Germany’s new supply chain due diligence law (LkSG, or Lieferkettengesetz in its short form) came into force on 1 January for companies with more than 3,000 employees. This group numbers some 600 companies, according to the federal ministry for labour and social affairs, BMAS. A further 3,000 firms – those employing over 1,000 staff – will be subject to enforcement in January 2024.
Germany’s Ethical Supply Chain Rules In Force
New supply chain due diligence rules came into force this month in Germany, ensuring that every commercial business over a certain size respects social and environmental criteria. The medtech industry is receiving practical compliance advice.
