MARS Fishery Code of Conduct
Overview:
Fisheries are an important source of food, employment, trade and economic well-being for people around the
world and therefore should be conducted in a responsible manner to ensure its sustainability for present and
future generations.
Scope:
Mars’ policies related to sustainable seafood sourcing are based on the ecosystem approach to fisheries which
takes into account the social, environmental and economic dimensions of sustainability.
This document is intended to set forth the criteria of Mars Inc Fishery Code of Conduct, to encompass and
include compliance expectations from its suppliers. These are in line with and support the FAO Code of
Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, local / national legislation and internationally recognized laws &
conventions.
Values & Principles:
At Mars, Incorporated, our business philosophy requires that we work only with suppliers who have the ability to
consistently meet our standards and specifications and are committed to values and standards of conduct that
are compatible with our own. It is important, therefore, that our suppliers and prospective suppliers understand
our philosophy since it is an integral part of our business relationship with them and no less important than
meeting our quality and service standards.
Our desired relationship with all those involved in our supply chains are best captured by what we call the
principle of “Mutuality”. This is one of the Five Principles which have guided the Mars group since its beginning
and which we believe are the real explanation for our success and the formula for our future.