Western Global Modern Slavery Statement – 2026
Introduction
Western Global Group Limited, and its subsidiary companies (together, “Western Global” and throughout this Statement “our” and “we”), recognise our responsibilities as a global business to ensure that slavery and human trafficking is not occurring in any part of our business or supply chain.
This statement is made in accordance with Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes Western Global’s slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year ended 31 December 2025.
Our business
We design, manufacture and service fuel storage solutions that are sold globally, with our major markets being the UK, Europe, USA and Canada.
We are headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom with operations in 5 countries. We have a workforce of more than 220 employees and engage with global suppliers, as much of our manufacturing is outsourced.
Modern Slavery in our business
At Western Global, we do not accept human trafficking or the exploitation of children in our business and undertake all reasonable and practical steps to ensure that these standards are maintained.
To ensure a high level of understanding of the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our supply chains and our business, new joiners are required to complete modern slavery training as part of their induction process. To further build knowledge and manage risks, we conduct an annual compliance training program – this program includes a modern slavery training module, which covers:
- what is modern slavery;
- identifying risks; and
- how to report concerns.
To support the above, we also have a Modern Slavery Policy and Whistleblowing Policy, which all employees are required to review and accept as part of their induction process. This further supports a transparent environment and encourages our employees to report any concerns about unlawful conduct that they suspect is taking place. This includes any concerns regarding the risk of fraud, misconduct or wrongdoing, including but not limited to slavery or human trafficking. Our Whistleblowing Policy provides our employees with the ability to report suspected wrongdoing without fear of detrimental treatment as a result of raising a concern.
Our supply chain
We are committed to maintaining high standards amongst our suppliers and have a zero tolerance to slavery and human trafficking.
Employees in procurement and other relevant supply chain functions are trained in how to identify the warning signs of slavery and exploitation.
Our key suppliers are audited annually, which includes an assessment of potential slavery and exploitation issues. In addition to annual audits, senior managers also visit our key suppliers regularly. If any issues are identified, they will be escalated to senior leadership.
We operate a risk based approach to ensure that we focus our efforts on suppliers that are material to Western Global or assessed as higher risk. When appointing a new supplier, our supply chain team conduct appropriate due diligence on new suppliers’ business and practices before entering into any agreements with such suppliers.
In addition to the above, we have a code of conduct in place for our key suppliers, which makes it clear that our suppliers must never use compulsory or forced labour or any other form of slavery of servitude. The code of conduct also requires our suppliers to meet minimum standards in relation to human rights, anti-bribery and corruption, employment practices, health and safety and the environment.
Looking Ahead
Over the course of the next financial year we will continue to enhance our procedures to help us identify, prevent and mitigate any risks of modern slavery or human trafficking in relation to new and existing suppliers.
This statement has been approved by the boards of Western Global Group Limited and all its subsidiaries on 27 May 2026.
Clem Connor
Chief Executive, Western Global
May 2026