Carlsberg Group, represented as part of the Brewers of Europe, is calling on the European Commission to intervene diplomatically after new US beer tariffs threatened job losses and disrupted trade in the EU brewing sector.

Carlsberg Group has finalized a divestment from its Russian subsidiary, Baltika Breweries, on December 3, 2024. This move follows years of contention after the Russian state seized control of the subsidiary and amid legal disputes, marking a strategic exit from an authoritarian regime while aiming to safeguard employee interests and corporate integrity.

Carlsberg Group, through its Canadian subsidiary, detailed a comprehensive report for the 2023 financial year outlining rigorous policies and processes designed to prevent forced and child labour in its operations and supply chains. The report highlights supplier screening, regular audits using SMETA methodology, robust employee training on human rights and ethics, and accessible grievance mechanisms including the Speak Up platform. These measures reflect a proactive approach to upholding human rights and ensuring responsible business practices.

Following the Kremlin's seizure of its Russian subsidiary Baltika Breweries and the subsequent arrest of its top executives, Carlsberg terminated its operations in Russia, condemning the state takeover and emphasizing the protection of its employees.

Carlsberg Group released its comprehensive Human Rights Report 2023 outlining its commitments and measures to uphold human rights across its operations and supply chain, including robust due diligence processes, employee training, and supplier audits.

Carlsberg Group published its first stand-alone Human Rights Report for 2023, detailing extensive measures to uphold human rights across its operations and supply chain. The report outlines robust internal policies, mandatory training on harassment and ethical behavior, rigorous supplier audits via SMETA, and enhanced grievance mechanisms, reflecting a strong commitment to ethical business practices.

Carlsberg Group released its 2023 Human Rights Report outlining comprehensive human rights policies, rigorous supplier audits, and strong internal grievance mechanisms. The report details measures to protect worker rights, enforce responsible sourcing, and ensure transparency across its operations, reflecting a robust commitment to ethical business practices.

On March 28, 2022, Carlsberg Group announced that it would seek full disposal of its business in Russia following a careful evaluation process. Once the process is complete, Carlsberg will have no presence in Russia, thereby distancing itself from an authoritarian regime.

Carlsberg's decision to restrict beer consumption to lunch hours at its Copenhagen facility led to a strike by up to 800 workers protesting the removal of free beer and perceived erosion of worker benefits.

On April 1, 2010, Carlsberg management ended its longstanding policy of allowing workers free beer during work hours. This abrupt policy change, made without dialogue or worker input and in violation of the collective bargaining agreement, led to hundreds of workers striking until a temporary resolution was reached on April 12, 2010.

A strike by roughly 600-900 brewery workers over the company’s refusal to grant local pay rises led to a temporary halt in production in Denmark. The industrial action, initiated by the 3f union, underscores ongoing concerns over fair labor practices at Carlsberg.