The Modern Dispatch

German Supply Chain Act

2 articles

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What are ethical sourcing principles in product manufacturing?

Large companies operating in the EU and Germany are now legally required to identify and address human rights and environmental harms deep within their supply chains, facing penalties for non-complian

Jonah Kline·July 9, 2026
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Responsible sourcing principles for supply chains

Under Germany’s Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, companies face fines up to 2% of their annual global turnover for failing to meet ethical and sustainable sourcing standards.

Jonah Kline·June 30, 2026