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HGF ESG Report

March 2026

We are proud to share our first annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report — an important milestone in HGF’s ongoing commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices.

This report provides an overview of our current ESG position, highlighting the progress we have made to date and outlining our priorities and future ESG commitments.

Within the report, we focus on:

  • People – Focusing on the well-being, engagement, diversity, equality, and inclusion (DE&I) of our colleagues.
  • Planet – Focusing on our environmental commitments, including sustainability, resource management, and initiatives to reduce our environmental impact.
  • Principles – Focusing on our governance framework, including ethical standards, compliance, transparency, and accountability in business operations.
  • Protection – Focusing on safeguarding HGF’s digital assets and data, ensuring robust cyber security and compliance with regulations.

This publication represents both a point of reflection and a forward-looking commitment. We recognise that ESG is an evolving journey, and we remain focused on continuous improvement, measurable outcomes and meaningful engagement. Please click below to view the full report.

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