Supply Chain Management
We have robust governance and monitoring mechanisms in place that adhere to our General Procurement Principles, Procurement Management Framework, and Sustainable Procurement Guidelines. These ensure high standards of supplier performance and promote ethical and sustainable practices across our supply chain.
Number of active suppliers by geographical region:
Our extensive supply chain management process encompasses selection, ongoing monitoring, and active engagement. Suppliers are evaluated based on service accuracy, pricing competitiveness, response times, customer service quality, delivery reliability, company reputation and after-sales support. Our due diligence process ensures suppliers meet these criteria while adhering to our SCOC, which integrates ESG principles.
The SCOC outlines our expectations for sustainable practices and addresses environmental and social risks, requiring suppliers to commit to:
- Adhere to operation, product, and service-related laws and regulations
- Suppliers should comply to The Competition Ordinance (Cap 619)
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
- Prohibition of forced and child labour
- Ensure legal working age
- Comply with the legal requirements on compensation and working hours
- Discrimination-free and protect labour rights
- Ensure workplace health and safety
Labour Standards
- Zero-tolerance for corruption, collusion, extortion, fraud, bribery, false declarations or counterfeiting
Ethical Conduct
- Ensure sustainability policies are in place
- Educate employees on ethical practice
- Ensure privacy, data protection and confidentiality
- Maintain transparency
Responsibility
Throughout the supplier selection process, CCG requires suppliers to complete a registration form declaring their compliance with business ethics, regulatory compliance, anti-corruption measures, environmental performance, labour practices, and occupational health and safety requirements. Suppliers are encouraged to provide relevant environmental and safety certifications to support their proposals.
To monitor performance, we rely on supplier self-assessment and site visits. In the near future, we will also conduct compliance assessments to strengthen oversight and ensure suppliers meet our standards. While we reserve the right to take disciplinary action for non-compliance, our focus remains on fostering collaborative partnerships to drive continuous improvement.
Responsible Sourcing
In alignment with the SCOC’s goal to integrate ESG into the procurement process, we have a responsible sourcing mechanism that reflects our commitment across all operational levels. Our Sustainable Procurement Guidelines are designed to comply with the Green Procurement standards set by EPD of the Hong Kong SAR Government. Our Standard Operating Procedures (“SOP”) for procurement also embed sustainability principles in purchasing, design, and construction processes.
Our responsible sourcing commitments highlight our collaborative efforts with suppliers to enhance sustainability, including but not limited to:
- Prioritising suppliers with recognised sustainability certifications
- Supporting local suppliers to minimise our carbon footprint
- Implementing sustainable designs, products, and services that strive to achieve the global goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions targets by 2050
- Assessing the supply chain to ensure compliance with our sustainable procurement commitments and environmental and social standards
In addition to analysing our business segments that drive significant impacts in responsible sourcing, we have identified sustainable construction materials as well as cuisine and delicacy for targeted management:
Sustainable Construction Materials
To deliver aesthetically appealing, functional, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible properties, we strive to reduce embodied carbon and consider the entire life cycle of building materials – from sourcing to disposal – in the design phase. To achieve this, we prioritise the use of rapidly renewable, eco-friendly, certified, and recycled materials that support circularity and minimise environmental impact.
Our Sustainable Design and Procurement Manual guides the use of certified green materials and products, as well as sustainable design principles, to reduce lifecycle emissions, promote resource efficiency, and advance sustainable construction and design practices. Oversight of sustainable material selection is jointly overseen by the Sustainable Design Committee and respective project teams, who monitor and report progress throughout the design and construction phases to ensure goals are met.
Highlighted efforts made in sustainable sourcing
The estimated embodied carbon performance is calculated for all new building projects at three stages, i.e., design, before issuance of the main contract, and completion stages. The estimated results are stated in the sustainable design checklist for approval, covering impacts from raw material acquisition to on-site handling.
Embodied Carbon Assessments
In the Kwai Chung Logistics Centre project, we are using sustainable timber products for temporary construction works, and will carry out exterior surfacing works that contain at least 10% recycled content.
Use of Recycled & Certified Materials
For more details on the application of sustainable construction materials, please refer to the “Demonstrating Green Building Leadership” section of this report.
Sustainable Cuisine & Delicacy
At Nina Hospitality, sustainability is at the heart of our culinary offerings, with a commitment to delivering dining experiences that reflect responsible sourcing and support global efforts in environmental conservation. As part of our ongoing sustainability journey, Nina Hospitality’s all-day dining restaurants, Cantonese restaurant RÚ, banquet venue, and Nina Patisserie are entirely shark fin-free, aligning with our ethical sourcing standards and dedication to marine protection.
We continue to enhance our menus with a growing range of sustainably sourced products supporting responsible dining.
This Includes:
We also prioritise the use of sustainable seafood and actively exclude endangered species, in accordance with guidelines by the WWF and the Marine Stewardship Council (“MSC”).
Our signature Cantonese restaurant, RÚ, also supports the use of sustainably sourced and eco-friendly ingredients, including sustainably harvested scallops and sustainably certified cod, showcasing how Chinese cuisine can incorporate sustainable practices.
During the Reporting Period, all three of Nina Hospitality’s all-day dining restaurants and Nina Patisserie transitioned to using cage-free eggs. We remain dedicated to advancing food sustainability across all aspects of our F&B operations. We will continue to explore and adopt eco-friendly practices, ensuring that our culinary offerings not only satisfy the palate but also contribute to a healthier planet.
Looking ahead, CCG plans to implement third-party compliance assessments for suppliers to ensure their adherence to the SCOC and ESG standards. With this, we aim to foster better relationships and collaboration with suppliers to drive a sustainable supply chain. Additionally, we strive to set measurable targets on increasing the use of certified sustainable materials and ingredients across operations, solidifying our commitment to responsible sourcing.
Summary
CCG has enhanced its ESG governance by introducing the Board of Directors to oversee sustainability matters. During the reporting period, 14 key ESG KPIs were set to track performance, with 92.8% successfully achieved. The Group upholds high ethical standards through robust policies and procedures that guide its operations and value chains. Sustainable finance remains integral to our strategy, with 71.5% of total financing facilities in FY24/25 classified as green, social, or sustainability-linked, enabled by the newly published CCG SF Framework. CCG also demonstrated strong regulatory compliance, with no significant fines or non-monetary sanctions related to environmental or social regulations, and no concluded legal cases involving corruption across the Group or its employees.
