Techint Group

Techint Group is a multinational industrial conglomerate focused on engineering and construction, manufacturing, and the energy sector. The company is involved in major infrastructure projects, advanced manufacturing, and energy solutions around the world.

CCI Score

-20.04

0.02% April 18

Latest Event

Techint Group Code of Conduct for Suppliers

Techint Group released a detailed Code of Conduct for Suppliers outlining ethical guidelines that emphasize strong labor rights and responsible supply chain practices, aimed at protecting workers from abuse and ensuring transparent, ethical interactions with suppliers.

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Latest Events

JAN

01

2025

Techint Group Code of Conduct for Suppliers
84.96

Techint Group released a detailed Code of Conduct for Suppliers outlining ethical guidelines that emphasize strong labor rights and responsible supply chain practices, aimed at protecting workers from abuse and ensuring transparent, ethical interactions with suppliers.
+90

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 19

The Code of Conduct provides clear directives on labor and human rights practices, explicitly prohibiting harassment, abuse, and exploitation. This shows a strong commitment to protecting workers and ensuring ethical labor practices in its supplier relationships.

Code of Conduct for Suppliers - Techint
+85

Supply Chain Ethics

March 19

The document sets rigorous guidelines for supplier interactions, focusing on ethical sourcing and transparency. By enforcing these standards, Techint aims to prevent human rights violations such as forced labor and unethical procurement practices throughout its supply chain.

Code of Conduct for Suppliers - Techint
OCT

01

2023

Ternium Rights Violations Allegations
-47.10

An article from Business & Human Rights Resource Centre links Ternium, a subsidiary of Techint Group, to labor rights violations in Brazil and Mexico, raising concerns about the conglomerate's ethical business practices and supply chain management.
-50

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 19

The article reports alleged rights violations linked to Ternium’s operations in Brazil and Mexico. This raises serious questions regarding Techint Group’s labor relations and human rights practices, suggesting neglect of worker protections and potential exploitation.

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre
-60

Supply Chain Ethics

March 19

The report highlights that Ternium, as part of Techint Group’s global operations, is associated with rights violations in its supply chain in Brazil and Mexico. This suggests deficient oversight and unethical sourcing practices that contribute to systemic human rights abuses.

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre
FEB

15

2023

Complaint Filed Against Techint Group Subsidiary for Disappearance of Human Rights Defenders in Mexico
-53.65

A complaint was filed against a subsidiary of Techint Group, Ternium Argentina, regarding the disappearance of two human rights defenders in Mexico. The incident is linked to alleged non-payment of community royalties and mining exploitation leading to local collusion with authorities, raising concerns over the company’s labor practices and regulatory influence.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 19

Techint Group’s subsidiary, Ternium Argentina, is implicated in severe human rights violations following the disappearance of two human rights defenders. Allegations include failure to pay community royalties for mining activities and disregard for labor and indigenous rights. This neglect of worker and community rights contributes to an environment of impunity and authoritarian disregard for human rights obligations.

We filed a complaint against a company in the Techint Group for the disappearance of two human rights defenders in Mexico
-50

Regulatory Capture

March 19

The incident also sheds light on potential regulatory capture and economic collusion, where local authorities and company interests appear to align against community welfare. The diversion of community funds and influence over local governance for corporate benefits highlight structural economic practices that undermine democratic processes.

We filed a complaint against a company in the Techint Group for the disappearance of two human rights defenders in Mexico
FEB

15

2023

Complaint Filed Against Techint Group Subsidiary Over Disappearance of Human Rights Defenders
-64.38

A complaint was filed regarding the disappearance of two human rights defenders in Mexico, raising serious concerns about labor practices and human rights protections within the Techint Group's subsidiary operations.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 19

The complaint alleges severe human rights violations linked to a Techint Group subsidiary’s mining operations, including the disappearance of two human rights defenders. This event highlights significant failures in upholding labor rights and protecting indigenous communities, thus reflecting deeply problematic labor relations and ethical responsibility issues.

We filed a complaint against a company in the Techint Group for the disappearance of two human rights defenders in Mexico