Corporate Social Responsibility - corporate
Committed to Social Responsibility
Sustainability, business ethics, safety, reliability and quality define our industrial activity and our management systems. We promote this commitment at all levels of the organisation and in all countries where the company operates. The principles governing these activities are set out in the quality, prevention and environmental policies aligned with the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and IRIS standards.
ESG
In 2022, Talgo continued its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. These are the value drivers of the activity, and we continue understanding and applying them in an increasingly consolidated manner.
At Talgo, we are aware that our activities, products and services must have the utmost respect for the environment, and we are committed to protecting the environment by taking a firm, environmentally-sustainable approach.
- We are convinced that the future of the global economy will be defined by limiting carbon emissions. At Talgo we observe pollution prevention principles and train our employees to control and reduce the impact that their daily tasks may have on the environment.
- Our hazardous and non-hazardous waste management is carried out by authorised personnel. We work with accredited labs that supervise and control air emissions and wastewater. We also rely on environmental guidance provided by technical legal advisers.
- In addition to complying with applicable regulations and standards, Talgo has created a series of environmental indicators that are monitored on a regular basis, including: energy, water, diesel and natural gas consumption, environmental incident rate, expired product management, waste generation, and paint and solvent use.
Talgo's Environment Management System is in line with the standard UNE EN ISO 14001:2015, and is implemented and certified by an independently accredited body.
Innovation
Talgo uses innovation as a tool to foster the development of technologies aimed at improving people lives, especially those of specific groups with disabilities.
- We bring innovative solutions to the table.
- We wish to foster knowledge and the development of new technology to improve the travel experience for passengers and make it easier for them, especially for those with reduced mobility. In this regard, we have undertaken many initiatives, amongst them "Train on your Mobile," which developed in partnership with the ONCE foundation (Spanish foundation for the Blind and Visually Impaired) to improve access to information for people with disabilities when travelling and to improve train-platform accessibility on suburban trains.
- At Talgo, we strive to use innovation to help conserve and provide a sustainable environment.
- We do not stray from our railway principles, which emphasise manufacturing trains that are light, comfortable, fast, safe and accessible.
- We believe in energy efficiency, and seek to achieve it by researching and applying new materials to create lighter body frames. We understand that by optimising energy consumption we can reduce CO2 emissions during all phases of railway operations.
At Talgo innovation is seen as a corporate process. It is systematic and structured, and strengthens the social and cultural foundations of our company.
Responsible purchases
Talgo has developed an ethics code for its suppliers, according to which they are required to comply with the regulations, applicable in the country of operation.
Talgo ensures responsible purchases by way of:
- Talgo suppliers must also observe human rights as internationally-recognised in the "International Bill of Human Rights,” as well as those laid out in the fundamental conventions of the International Labour Organisation. Talgo suppliers must also minimise their environmental impact by observing all applicable statutes and regulations and by adhering to international protocols for environmental protection.
- In matters of occupational safety, our suppliers must achieve and maintain high levels of safety in their facilities for employees, products, services, contractors, clients and local surroundings.
- Talgo enforces strict compliance requirements and tax haven control measures.
- We also aim to develop the local supply chain wherever we base ourselves. For example, in Kazakhstan, Spanish suppliers have contributed to the development of the country's industry, but have also been allowed to grow in their own right.
At Talgo, we are aware that our activities, products and services must have the utmost respect for the environment, and we are committed to protecting the environment by taking a firm, environmentally-sustainable approach.
- We are convinced that the future of the global economy will be defined by limiting carbon emissions. At Talgo we observe pollution prevention principles and train our employees to control and reduce the impact that their daily tasks may have on the environment.
- Our hazardous and non-hazardous waste management is carried out by authorised personnel. We work with accredited labs that supervise and control air emissions and wastewater. We also rely on environmental guidance provided by technical legal advisers.
- In addition to complying with applicable regulations and standards, Talgo has created a series of environmental indicators that are monitored on a regular basis, including: energy, water, diesel and natural gas consumption, environmental incident rate, expired product management, waste generation, and paint and solvent use.
Talgo's Environment Management System is in line with the standard UNE EN ISO 14001:2015, and is implemented and certified by an independently accredited body.
- We bring innovative solutions to the table.
- We wish to foster knowledge and the development of new technology to improve the travel experience for passengers and make it easier for them, especially for those with reduced mobility. In this regard, we have undertaken many initiatives, amongst them "Train on your Mobile," which developed in partnership with the ONCE foundation (Spanish foundation for the Blind and Visually Impaired) to improve access to information for people with disabilities when travelling and to improve train-platform accessibility on suburban trains.
- At Talgo, we strive to use innovation to help conserve and provide a sustainable environment.
- We do not stray from our railway principles, which emphasise manufacturing trains that are light, comfortable, fast, safe and accessible.
- We believe in energy efficiency, and seek to achieve it by researching and applying new materials to create lighter body frames. We understand that by optimising energy consumption we can reduce CO2 emissions during all phases of railway operations.
At Talgo innovation is seen as a corporate process. It is systematic and structured, and strengthens the social and cultural foundations of our company.
Talgo ensures responsible purchases by way of:
- Talgo suppliers must also observe human rights as internationally-recognised in the "International Bill of Human Rights,” as well as those laid out in the fundamental conventions of the International Labour Organisation. Talgo suppliers must also minimise their environmental impact by observing all applicable statutes and regulations and by adhering to international protocols for environmental protection.
- In matters of occupational safety, our suppliers must achieve and maintain high levels of safety in their facilities for employees, products, services, contractors, clients and local surroundings.
- Talgo enforces strict compliance requirements and tax haven control measures.
- We also aim to develop the local supply chain wherever we base ourselves. For example, in Kazakhstan, Spanish suppliers have contributed to the development of the country's industry, but have also been allowed to grow in their own right.
Human Resources
We are firmly committed to ensuring equality among all employees, and to help them thrive professionally. By making Talgo an attractive place to work, we hope talented individuals will stay and grow in our company.
- Following international expansion, it is essential that human resources policies are clear and consistent in all countries in which the company operates.
- Talgo has signed a collaborative agreement with the Adecco Foundation to undertake activities for integration and reintegration into the labour market. We are also making the effort to create jobs for people in disadvantaged situations, such as the disabled. Within the framework of this collaboration, Talgo is proud to take part in projects such as: "Family Plan," which offers training activities to Talgo employee family members with a disability to support their social and work integration; the "Promentor Project" developed by the Prodis Foundation and the UAM (Autonomous University of Madrid); and the "United Program" by Adecco Foundation and the Polytechnical University of Madrid, among others.
Transparency and socially responsible practices are of paramount importance to Talgo, and we demand them from all members in accordance with our professional and ethical values.
Code of ethics & mailbox
We are firmly committed to ensuring equality among all employees, and to help them thrive professionally. By making Talgo an attractive place to work, we hope talented individuals will stay and grow in our company.
The purpose of this Mailbox is to provide the communication channel for all stakeholders of Talgo company to contact the Compliance Department and the Governing corporate bodies in order to transmit any matter, irregularity, non-compliances or any conduct against the ethics and legality of the Group, ensuring the confidentiality of the user.
Talgo Foundation
Talgo bets on its people and their capabilities, strongly encouraging professional training, research and development. With these premises Talgo Foundation was established in 2013.
The Talgo Foundation was created with the aim of being the Foundation of reference at the national and international level, mainly in the promotion, defense of knowledge, training, studies and research in the field of innovation, railway technological development, security and social and labor integration. More info here
- Following international expansion, it is essential that human resources policies are clear and consistent in all countries in which the company operates.
- Talgo has signed a collaborative agreement with the Adecco Foundation to undertake activities for integration and reintegration into the labour market. We are also making the effort to create jobs for people in disadvantaged situations, such as the disabled. Within the framework of this collaboration, Talgo is proud to take part in projects such as: "Family Plan," which offers training activities to Talgo employee family members with a disability to support their social and work integration; the "Promentor Project" developed by the Prodis Foundation and the UAM (Autonomous University of Madrid); and the "United Program" by Adecco Foundation and the Polytechnical University of Madrid, among others.
Transparency and socially responsible practices are of paramount importance to Talgo, and we demand them from all members in accordance with our professional and ethical values.
The purpose of this Mailbox is to provide the communication channel for all stakeholders of Talgo company to contact the Compliance Department and the Governing corporate bodies in order to transmit any matter, irregularity, non-compliances or any conduct against the ethics and legality of the Group, ensuring the confidentiality of the user.
The Talgo Foundation was created with the aim of being the Foundation of reference at the national and international level, mainly in the promotion, defense of knowledge, training, studies and research in the field of innovation, railway technological development, security and social and labor integration. More info here
Actuaciones de Eficiencia Energética en PYMEs y Grandes Empresas del Sector Industrial para los ejercicios 2019 y 2020
<<Una manera de hacer Europa>>
A partir de la actuación “SUSTITUCIÓN DE ILUMINACIÓN EN PLANTA TALGO RIVABELLOSA” que se ha llevado a cabo con el apoyo de Programa de Ayudas a las Actuaciones de Eficiencia Energética en PYMEs y Grandes Empresas del Sector Industrial para los ejercicios 2019 y 2020, se ha conseguido una reducción de emisiones emisiones de CO2 igual a 102,8 ton de CO2.
Las actuaciones realizadas han permitido mejorar la eficiencia energética en la planta de PATENTES TALGO, S.L
La ayuda concedida asciende a 28.520,99 €
Inversión total: 149.515,74 €
Reducción emisiones CO2 (toneladas/año): 102,8 t CO2
On 12 September 2018, the UN General Assembly of the Global Compact Network Spain included Talgo as a member of its Executive Committee, and, since then, our company has been adhered to this institution. Today, the UN Global initiative forms part of Talgo´s Corporate Responsibility strategy, which aims to create values for employees, shareholders, customers and suppliers, as well as to contribute to the evolution and growth of communities we are present in.
Currently, the Spanish Network has 2335 enterprises adhered to this Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. Since foundation, it has become one of the first Global Compact national platforms and a Local network with the highest number of signatories. Its management model and organizational structure are of the most advanced within the Global Compact, and distinguish by the variety of activities and tools designed to foster the implementation of the Ten principles of the UN Global Compact in the areas of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption.
The UN Global Compact is an ethical commitment initiative aimed at encouraging enterprises and businesses worldwide to implement the Ten principles as an integral part of their strategy and operations. Over 12500 companies in more than 160 countries are currently adhered to the largest corporate social responsibility initiative in the world.