Slavery and human trafficking

Established in 1919, Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V. (KLM) is proud to be the world’s oldest international airline still operating under its original name. With a global presence spanning three core areas: passenger transport, cargo services, and aircraft maintenance, KLM operates to 167 destinations through its hub in Amsterdam and has 36,000 employees worldwide. Together with our wholly owned subsidiary, KLM Cityhopper B.V. (KLM Cityhopper), which specialises in European passenger transport, we maintain a business presence in the United Kingdom and Ireland. This statement is published by KLM on behalf of both KLM and KLM Cityhopper.

At KLM, our governance is led by the Board of Directors and the Executive Team, who set strategy, policy, and ensure compliance across the organisation. KLM is fully committed to upholding the core principles and fundamental rights outlined in the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights and the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. We are dedicated to combating all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. Guided by the Air France KLM Principles, we actively uphold and promote the Conventions of the International Labour Organisation - particularly those concerning the abolition of child labour (Conventions 138 and 182) and the elimination of forced or compulsory labour (Conventions 29 and 105). Every KLM employee is entitled to working conditions that respect their health, safety, and dignity. These principles are embedded in our culture and apply to every KLM employee.

KLM is committed to conducting business ethically and with integrity in all relationships. KLM’s procurement activities encompass a wide range of goods and services, sourced through subcontracting, distribution, franchising, codeshare, affiliate, and entity arrangements. Within this framework, KLM is working to identify and address risks related to slavery and human trafficking.

All KLM suppliers are required to sign our Supplier Sustainability Code of Conduct, which is grounded in the principles of the UN Global Compact and other relevant regulations governing business ethics. This Code of Conduct sets clear expectations for our suppliers and outlines the standards by which KLM operates. By signing, suppliers agree to KLM’s right to audit and monitor their compliance with these principles.

KLM is committed to continuously enhancing our processes and practices to combat modern slavery. We remain vigilant and committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct throughout our operations and supply chain.