CODE OF CONDUCT
1. Purpose
New Media Holding Pte. Ltd. ("NMH") is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws.
This Code of Conduct ("Code") sets out the standards of behaviour expected from everyone who works for, with, or on behalf of NMH.
Our reputation is built on integrity, professionalism and accountability. Every person associated with NMH is expected to uphold these principles in every business interaction.
2. Scope
This Code applies to: Directors, Officers, Employees, Consultants, Contractors, Freelancers, Suppliers and Vendors, Agencies, Influencers and Talent, Production Partners, Service Providers, Representatives, Any other individual or organisation acting on behalf of NMH. Where this Code is incorporated into a contract, purchase order or engagement letter, compliance with this Code is a contractual obligation.
3. Our Principles
Everyone covered by this Code is expected to:
- act honestly and ethically;
- comply with applicable laws and regulations;
- conduct business fairly and responsibly;
- treat others with dignity and respect;
- avoid conflicts of interest;
- protect confidential information;
- safeguard NMH's reputation and assets; and
- report suspected misconduct.
4. Compliance with Laws
Everyone acting on behalf of NMH must comply with all applicable laws, regulations and contractual obligations in the jurisdictions in which they operate.
No business opportunity justifies unlawful or unethical conduct.
5. Business Integrity
Business decisions must always be made fairly, objectively and in NMH's best interests.
No person may engage in dishonest, fraudulent, deceptive or unethical conduct while acting for or on behalf of NMH.
6. Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption
NMH has zero tolerance for bribery and corruption.
Everyone covered by this Code must comply with the NMH Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Policy and all applicable anti-corruption laws.
No person may offer, promise, give, request or accept any improper payment, gift or benefit intended to influence a business decision.
7. Gifts & Hospitality
Business gifts and hospitality must:
- be reasonable;
- be lawful;
- be transparent;
- have a legitimate business purpose; and
- never influence, or appear to influence, business decisions.
Cash gifts or cash equivalents must never be offered or accepted.
8. Conflicts of Interest
Personal interests should never influence business decisions.
Actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest should be disclosed promptly to NMH.
9. Fair Competition
NMH believes in fair and open competition.
No person acting on behalf of NMH may engage in anti-competitive conduct, collusion, bid-rigging, price fixing or any other unlawful market practices.
10. Confidential Information
Confidential information obtained through work with NMH must be protected and used only for legitimate business purposes.
Confidential information must not be disclosed without proper authorisation.
This obligation continues after the business relationship ends.
11. Data Privacy
Personal information must be collected, used, stored and disclosed responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.
Everyone handling personal information on behalf of NMH must take reasonable steps to protect it from unauthorised access, misuse or disclosure.
12. Intellectual Property
NMH's intellectual property, confidential information and proprietary materials must be respected and protected.
Likewise, the intellectual property rights of clients, suppliers and other third parties must also be respected.
13. Human Rights and Respectful Workplace
NMH is committed to conducting business in a manner that respects internationally recognised human rights.
NMH does not tolerate:
- forced labour;
- child labour;
- discrimination;
- harassment;
- bullying;
- intimidation; or
- abusive conduct.
Everyone should contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive working environment.
14. Health & Safety
Everyone working for or on behalf of NMH is expected to act responsibly and help maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
Applicable workplace health and safety laws and client safety requirements must be followed at all times.
15. Responsible Use of NMH Assets
NMH's property, technology, systems, confidential information and other resources must be used responsibly and only for legitimate business purposes.
Unauthorised use or misuse of NMH assets is prohibited.
16. Suppliers, Talent and Business Partners
NMH expects all suppliers, agencies, influencers, talent, consultants, contractors and other business partners to conduct business ethically and responsibly.
They are expected to:
- comply with this Code;
- comply with NMH's Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Policy;
- comply with applicable laws;
- maintain accurate records;
- cooperate with reasonable compliance enquiries; and
- suppliers, agencies, influencers, talent, consultants, contractors and other business partners shall ensure that their employees, personnel, subcontractors, agents and representatives engaged in providing services to or on behalf of NMH comply with this Code and the NMH Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Policy, or maintain equivalent standards of ethical and lawful conduct.
NMH reserves the right to suspend or terminate engagements where these standards are not met.
17. Reporting Concerns
Anyone who becomes aware of suspected misconduct, unethical behaviour or violations of this Code should promptly report the matter through NMH's designated reporting channels.
NMH prohibits retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
18. Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with this Code may result in:
- disciplinary action;
- suspension or termination of employment or engagement;
- termination of supplier or service agreements;
- removal from NMH's approved supplier network; and
- legal or regulatory action where appropriate.
19. Policy Review
NMH may review and update this Code from time to time.
The latest version will be made available on NMH's website.
Our Commitment
Integrity is fundamental to how NMH conducts business. We expect everyone who works for, with or on behalf of NMH to uphold the standards set out in this Code and to contribute to a culture of honesty, respect and accountability.