Responsibility and Transparency Reaffirmed Once Again
In December 2026, Kolbe-Coloco was audited once again against the internationally recognized SMETA 4-Pillar Standard (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit). We are pleased to report that we were once again able to successfully complete the audit.
This result reaffirms our ongoing commitment to responsible business practices, safe working conditions, and sustainable business processes. For our customers, this means the assurance of working with a partner that takes social, environmental, and ethical standards seriously and is constantly striving to improve them.
What is assessed during the SMETA 4-Pillar Audit?
SMETA is one of the most widely used social and sustainability audits worldwide. As part of the expanded 4-Pillar Audit, four key areas are assessed:
- Working Conditions
- Health and Occupational Safety
- Environmental Management
- Business Ethics
The goal is to create transparency in the supply chain and ensure that companies act responsibly and comply with recognized standards.
An important message for our customers
International brand manufacturers and retail companies, in particular, are placing increasing emphasis on verifiable sustainability and compliance standards in their supply chains. A successful SMETA audit builds trust and fosters transparent collaboration throughout the entire value chain.
For our customers in the food, luxury goods, cosmetics, chemical, and consumer goods industries, this means added assurance when selecting their suppliers.
Continuous improvement as part of our corporate culture
For us, passing an audit is not just a formality, but an integral part of who we are. Fair working conditions, workplace safety, responsible use of resources, and ethical business conduct are integral parts of our daily work.
That is why we are particularly pleased that we were once again able to successfully complete the most recent audit.
SMETA 4-Pillar – passed again. Further proof of quality, responsibility, and reliability at Kolbe-Coloco.
We would like to thank all our employees for their contribution to this result and are delighted that we have once again passed the audit successfully. 🎉