Sustainability Report 2024

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Despite global crises and changing environmental regulations: Sustainability remains a top priority for us. Also in 2025. Dear Reader, In 2024, the world changed – and 2025 conti- nues at the same pace. At times, it feels like everything has turned 180 degrees. Sustai- nability has taken somewhat of a back seat, while other issues have come to the forefront. There has also been much criticism of the excessive bureaucracy that has accompanied sustainability legislation at the EU and fede- ral levels. This conversation is important, because sustainability can only be implemen- ted successfully by companies if they are not overwhelmed – and if bureaucracy does not paralyse economic activity. And yet, at BP® we know: sustainability is not a passing trend. Many issues demand determi- ned and committed action – climate change, for example. The textile industry is a major emitter of greenhouse gases. We are continu- ing to work toward achieving ambitious CO₂ reduction targets. Karsten Schwanke, meteorologist and science journalist, supports us on this demanding journey by offering valuable input as a climate advisor. You can read more about this on page 24. Our greatest contribution to sustainability, however, remains the quality of BP® products. The longer a product lasts, the more it contributes to sustainability. That’s exactly what the quality-driven BP® team works on every day – developing workwear solutions that meet an exceptional standard of quality. And that’s how we will continue in the future. Yours, Harald Goost 102-1, 102-14, 102-15, 102-16, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-43, 102-44, 102-50, 103, 203 2

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Climate Expertise Meets Practice – Karsten Schwanke at BP®. You can read the full article on page 24/25. „ […] I AM, OF COURSE, AWARE OF THE CHALLENGES – ESPECIALLY WHEN IT COMES TO REDUCING CO₂ EMISSIONS. FROM WHAT I’VE HEARD, MUCH HAS ALREADY BEEN ACHIEVED IN RECENT YEARS. BUT LARGE CO₂ BUDGETS STILL REMAIN IN PRODUCTION, LOGISTICS AND THE VEHICLE FLEET. […] I’M CONVINCED THAT THIS WILL BE AN EXCITING JOURNEY FOR BOTH OF US – FOR BP® AND FOR ME. „ Karsten Schwanke – meteorologist and climate expert Preface CSRD – Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive • Requirements & Implementation • Double Materiality Analysis Sustainability Strategy • Environmental, Social & Governance • BP® Sustainability Goals for 2030 • Supplier Onboarding / BP® Code of Conduct Supply Chain • Globally Connected • Our Supply Chain Using the Example of the BPlus Hybrid Trousers 1818 Climate Protection • Corporate Carbon Accounting Social Responsibility • Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) • Risk Analysis • Our Garment Manufacturers • Pricing and Wage Policy • Complaints System Climate Expertise: Karsten Schwanke at BP® GRI Standards, Glossary & Legal Notice 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 24 26 ASK OUR SUSTAINABILITY TEAM! One click and you can have your question answered via email. 102-29, 102-31, 102-43, 102-47, 102-53 3

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Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice CSRD Directive: Uniform standards for greater transparency. sustainability strategy. For this reason, we have deliberately kept this year’s sustainability report compact. We are currently updating the materi- ality analysis introduced last year, using it to define our key areas of focus, and are in close dialogue with the relevant stakeholders. Note: Due to revisions and current propo- sals relating to the EU’s Omnibus Regu- lation, the CSRD is still under review. At the time this report was finalised, no final decision had yet been made. Never- theless, we are continuing our work on these issues without interruption. The CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) sets out clear requirements and standards to ensure consistent and transparent sustainabi- lity reporting. These standards cover both financial and non-financial aspects, including environmental matters, social responsibility and corporate governance. As we already mentioned in our last sustainability report, we are working intensively to meet these new require- ments and to implement them. For us, as a medium-sized company, this means a considerable effort – even though we can draw on more than twelve years of sustainability work and a strong baseline. Nevertheless, we support the objectives of the CSRD and are working hard to compile and present the required data in a comprehensive and transparent way. At the same time, we are aligning the formal requirements with our lived CSRD AS PART OF THE EU GREEN DEAL UN 2030 Agenda SDGs Paris Agreement EU Circular Economy Plan Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive EU Industrial Strategy International EU Commitments Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive Textile Labelling Regulation EU Green Deal EU Textile Policy EU Targeted Commitments Forced Labour Regulation PPE Regulation REACH Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation Industrial Emission Directive Green Transition Directive Green Claims Directive EU Strategy for Sustainable & Circular Textiles Due to the challenges mentioned, this report focuses on the following key areas: and what does it mean? »» What is the CSRD »» Sustainability Strategy »» Supply Chain »» Climate Protection »» Social Responsibility 102-15, 102-16, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-42, 102-43, 102-44 5

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice The impact of our business on people and the environment: The BP® Double Materiality Analysis. The EU requirements under the Euro- pean Sustainability Reporting Standards call for a comprehensive analysis of the impact that a company’s business acti- vities have on people and the environ- ment. The goal is to ensure cross-indus- try comparability. The so-called double materiality analysis takes into account various sustainability- related impacts on the company. On the one hand, it assesses the environmen- tal and social effects of the company’s own actions (inside-out perspective); on the other hand, it examines how external sustainability factors influence the company’s financial position, stra- tegy and risk assessment (outside-in perspective). This holistic approach makes it possible to identify relevant topics and integrate them transparently into the report. EXAMPLE ILLUSTRATION OF DOUBLE MATERIALITY: SUB-TOPIC MATERIALITY DESCRIPTION IMPACT EXTENT JUSTIFICATION Impact Materiality – Positive Energy savings in the production process Savings or recovery can help conserve resources medium and medium-term Current possible savings (e.g. PV electricity, heat recovery) reduce resource consumption, but do not completely eliminate it. Impact Materiality – Negative Energy-intensive produc- tion processes Without savings efforts, finite resources continue to be consumed medium and medium-term The demand and related consumption caused by us is limited, but still has negative effects. Financial Materiality – Opportunity Energy savings in the production process Savings can help stabilise prices and reduce CO₂ costs low and long-term Possible savings are limited by investment requirements and take effect later. ESRS E1 Climate Change Energy Financial Materiality – Risk Energy-intensive produc- tion processes Little or no savings result in significant additional costs (e.g. CO₂) medium and medium-term Without savings, production becomes significantly more expensive and product marketability is negatively affected. This example addresses the topic ESRS E1 Climate Change and the sub-topic Energy Use within the context of our business model. 102-9, 102-11, 102-15, 102-16, 102-21, 102-25, 102-29, 102-31, 102-42, 102-43, 102-44, 102-47, 416-1 6

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Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice 236 years of Bierbaum-Proenen: More than the sum of its parts. C O 2 p r o d u c t b a l a n c e s h e e t e c n o m p li a C Long-term partnerships DETAILED, BUT WITH GREAT IMPACT: OUR SUSTAINABILITY TOPICS. From the digital product passport to the materiality analysis, from reporting obligations to the corporate CO₂ balance: at BP®, we have been working on our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) topics for many years. This ongoing commitment is also the reason why we have been named a Fair Wear Leader for the eleventh year in a row – an award given by the Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) to companies that demonstrate responsible sourcing practices on many levels. These aspects are key elements of our complex sustainability strategy, which fits together like pieces of a puzzle. k R i s s i s a l y n a 102-29, 102-31, 102-43 8

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice From Planning to Results: BP® Sustainability Goals for 2030. 2030 2028 • Reuse of fabric remnants: 20% of the fibres used come from fabric leftovers and collec- ted used clothing • At least 50% of the BP® product range is recyclable • First collaborations as part of circular projects BP® Logistics did not achieve the targeted CO₂ reduction goals for 2024. Our logistics partner carried out extensive modifications and investments in the area of solar energy, which delayed the completion of our data collection. However, we are in close contact and continue to push this topic forward. The remaining CO₂ emissions are offset by DPD and DHL through climate protection projects. We have a good overview of emissions in transport logistics, but the avoidance planning is still in progress. 2024 2024 2025 2026 ü Completed: In 2024, BP® once again achieved its CO₂ reduc- tion targets at the Cologne headquarters. The remaining emissions are offset through climate protection projects. • Expansion of the BP® Circular Economy product range • Installation of collection containers for fabric remnants and used clothing for recycling BP® products feature a digital product passport. Our goal originally planned for 2025 must be postponed by one year, as key primary data on CO₂ emissions from upstream supply chain stages is still missing. However, with the introduction of the RETRACED platform, we have already established one of the systemic foundations for the digi- tal product passport. 102-9, 102-15, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-43, 301-2, 301-3, 302-1, 302-4, 302-5, 305, 308-1, 308-2 9

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Responsibility starts with purchasing: BP® has high standards – especially when it comes to sourcing. In working with our existing suppliers and selecting new ones, we follow a clear sourcing strategy. This strategy is based on our needs, due diligence obligations, and our risk analysis. Our risk analysis is an integral part of the onboarding process, and we take human rights aspects very seriously. BP® CODE OF CONDUCT YOU CAN FIND OUR CODE OF CONDUCT HERE. BP® PARTNER Risk analysis of the relevant country ! CODE OF CONDUCT The BP® Code of Conduct forms the foundation of our business relationships with customers, partners, and suppliers. It is based on the OECD Guidelines and the ILO core labour standards. We place great importance on responsible purchasing practices and work with our busi- ness partners as equals. Open communication is essen- tial for this. We support our garment manufacturers and suppliers, for example, by forecasting our demand several months in advance, which enables reliable production planning. We are currently working with our partners to review the implementation of our Code of Conduct and verify compli- ance using questionnaires through our supply chain plat- form RETRACED. This is part of the stakeholder dialogue that results from our materiality analysis. The findings from these surveys help us refine our sourcing strategy and mini- mise key risks – for example, in the areas of gender equa- lity, women’s rights, fair wages or climate protection. These approaches apply to all direct partners as well as their upstream suppliers. We are working intensively to ensure that our responsible business practices extend throughout the entire depth of our supply chain. Our approach to responsible purchasing is based on the Common Framework for Responsible Purchasing Practices, developed by several multi-stakeholder initiatives. Within this framework, we continuously review and refine our methods. Preliminary talks On-site visit and inspection Risk analysis of partner Trial order Monitoring/evaluation and annual review The selection of a new BP® partner (garment manufacturer or material supplier) is governed by clearly defined processes. 102-2, 102-9, 102-11, 102-15, 102-16, 102-17, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-43, 204, 205, 406-1, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 412-1, 414-1, 414-2 10

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Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Globally connected to collaborate closely. SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH LONG-TERM COMMITMENT Over the years, our network of material suppliers and garment manufacturers has steadily grown. This diversification has played a key role in ensuring BP®’s high delivery capability in recent years. Click here to explore the locations interactively. BP® Material Suppliers BP® Garment Manufacturers The interactive function of this map is only available in the online view. 102-2, 102-3, 102-4, 102-9, 102-29, 102-31, 102-43 12

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS AND COMPLEX LOGISTICS IN THE TEXTILE SUPPLY CHAIN The textile supply chain in the clothing industry is complex and multi-layered. In addition, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure that they meet our high sustainability standards. This includes promoting fair working conditions, protec- ting the environment, and upholding ethi- cal business practices. The best suppliers for our products: Global sourcing. Overall, we view the complexity of our textile supply chain as an opportunity to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable apparel industry. Since around 70% of CO₂ emissions occur in upstream production stages, we are intensifying our dialogue with stakeholders. Our supply chain spans various countries and includes numerous partners, from the procurement of raw materials to the production of finished goods. This diversity allows us to develop innovative solutions and build partnerships based on shared values and goals. We are aware that logistics routes within our supply chain present additional chal- lenges, particularly with regard to the emissions they generate. That is why we are actively working to measure the emissions from our trans- port and logistics processes and to improve their efficiency in order to reduce emissions. WHERE DO EMISSIONS OCCUR ALONG THE SUPPLY CHAIN? Upstream supply chain stages 2–4; CO₂ share purchased Downstream supply chain CO₂ emissions caused by our own activities Fabrics / Components Raw Materials Warehouse Garment Manufacturing Warehouse Sales Channels Final customers Activities on the part of our upstream suppliers (materials) account for approx. 70% of total CO₂ emissions. 102-2, 102-4, 102-9, 102-11, 102-15, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-43, 302-4, 302-5, 305, 308-2 13

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Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Step by step towards achieving CO₂ reduction targets: Our Company Carbon Footprint. BP® AND CLIMATE PARTNER CALCULATE THE BP® COMPANY CARBON FOOTPRINT ClimatePartner offers climate protection solutions by helping companies calcu- late their CO₂ emissions, reduce them, and offset remaining emissions through global climate protection projects. Using a personalised Climate ID number, certified climate protection measures and the amount of CO₂ offset can be transparently tracked. This cooperation with ClimatePartner ensures the highest level of transparency in climate matters. In this context, we deliberately no lon- ger speak of CO₂ neutrality, as the term gives the misleading impression that no greenhouse gases are emitted at all. Recording our CO₂ values in Scopes 1, 2 and 3. In Scope 3, we currently calculate the categories listed in the table. All other categories are not for now oder at the moment. AVOID/REDUCE Analysis of processes to reduce avoidable emissions. COMPENSATE Offsetting unavoidable CO₂ emissions through climate protection projects. In general, our focus is on avoiding and reducing CO₂ emissions. This takes priority over compensation. The Corporate Carbon Footprint (CCF) represents a company’s CO₂ footprint and forms the basis for climate protection measures. The CCF provides clear insights into a company’s greenhouse gas emissions. Since 2022, BP® has been preparing its CCF together with ClimatePartner. The calculation is carried out according to the Cli- matePartner protocol, based on the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol). Emissions are divi- ded into three categories: »» Scope 1: direct emissions controlled by the company (e.g. fuel consumption from company vehicles) »» Scope 2: indirect emissions from purchased energy (e.g. electricity) »» Scope 3: all other indirect emissions along the value chain (e.g. logistics) For the Cologne site, emissions from Scope 1 and 2 are calculated in full. In Scope 3, the following categories are currently included: energy-related emissions, employee commuting, business travel, and operational waste. In the long term, BP® aims to capture all Scope 3 emissions. This will require additional primary data from upstream supply chain stages. MORE INFORMATION about our reduction targets and our collabo- ration with ClimatePartner can be found here. BP® COMPANY CARBON FOOTPRINT Electricity, heat, cooling and water purchased for own needs Company vehicles Corporate waste Business trips Fuel- and energy-related emissions Printing products and printer paper Commuting by employees Working from home (starting 2020) TOTAL 2023 (kg CO2e) 9,860.34 144,941.49 3,523.32 47,798.05 94,653.95 3,206.89 128,020.56 23,328.80 455,333.39 (%) 2.1 31.8 0.8 10.5 20.8 0.7 28.1 5.1 100 2024 (kg CO2e) 8,309.98 139,381.96 3,537.47 72,055.82 43,086.51 3,281.83 127,346.97 24,256.65 421,257.20 (%) 2.0 33.1 0.8 17.1 10.2 0.8 30.2 5.8 100 Since 2019, we have been recording our CO₂ emissions at the Cologne site. In 2019, the total was still 1,154,869 kg of CO₂. A great deal has been achieved since then, although the values fluctuate from year to year – for example, due to business travel. 102-11, 102-12, 102-13, 102-15, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-43, 302-1, 302-4, 302-5, 303-1, 303-5, 305, 306-2, 308-2 15

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Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Working together for more responsibility. The BP® cooperation with the Fair Wear Foundation. YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION HERE! Everything about Fair Wear is available here. THE FACTS: »» The Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) is a multi-stakeholder initiative aimed at improving working conditions in the textile industry. »» BP® is member of the FWF since 2010 and has been recognised as a “Fair Wear Leader” for the eleventh consecutive year. »» BP® and its garment manufac- turers are committed to complying with the principles of the FWF and working on related improvements. »» All employees in the garment factories have access to the FWF complaints mechanism (see page 23). »» The implementation and monito- ring of FWF principles at our manu- facturing partners are carried out through regular visits, training sessi- ons, audits and follow-up corrective action plans. »» BP®’s implementation of the FWF principles is reviewed annually as part of the FWF Brand Performance Check (management system audit at BP®). More details can be found here. »» Since the end of 2024, BP® is also member of the International Accord to support additional safety audits in sourcing countries Bangladesh and Pakistan. EXPLANATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL ACCORD: »» The International Accord for Health and Safety in the Garment and Textile Industry (International Accord) is a legally binding agreement between apparel brands and trade unions. Its aim is to ensure the health and safety of workers in the textile and garment sector. »» The agreement provides the frame- work for implementing country-specific safety programmes, currently under- way in Bangladesh and Pakistan. At the same time, it lays the foundation for expanding these measures to other production countries in the future. THE PRINCIPLES OF THE FAIR WEAR FOUNDATION 1 2 3 4 Employment is freely chosen Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining No discrimination in employment No exploitation of child labour The core principles 1–4 of the Fair Wear Foundation cover the fundamental labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO). These are social standards within the framework of global trade that aim to ensure decent working conditions and adequate protection. 5 6 7 8 Payment of a living wage Reasonable hours of work Safe and healthy working conditions A legally binding employment relationship 102-9, 102-11, 102-12, 102-13, 102-15, 102-16, 102-21, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-43, 406-1, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 414-2 17

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice More than just a matter of judgement: The BP® Risk Analysis. Since 2023, we have been working with an expanded risk analysis that covers all part- ners in supply chain tiers 1 and 2. As part of this process, we regularly assess all key topics and risk factors that may influence our collaboration. Together with the double materiality analysis, this risk analysis forms the foundation of our daily operations. It covers core aspects such as the selection and support of our suppliers, compliance with the Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains (LkSG), preparation for CSRD, and our memberships in the Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) and the Part- nership for Sustainable Textiles. As part of this risk analysis, we assess the poli- tical, economic, and social developments in our sourcing countries throughout the year, with a particular focus on conditions in our garment factories. We maintain regular contact with our local counterparts on site. In addition, we examine the eleven sector- specific risks in the textile and apparel industry as defined by the OECD. Findings from audit reports are also incorpora- ted into our risk analysis. When analysing a supplier country, we first determine the so-called gross risk. However, risks often vary by region, and conditions are not the same everywhere. That’s why we also assess each partner individually. We examine whether the gross risk associated with the country is reduced by positive conditions at the specific facility (see example above right). If that is the case, we adjust our assessment EXAMPLES OF KEY TOPICS FROM THE ANALYSES: »» Adaptation to Climate Change »» Environmental Pollution »» Resource Flows (Inputs and Outputs) »» Labour in the Value Chain »» Energy »» Water accordingly – resulting in what we call the net risk. This comprehensive analysis enables us to derive targeted measures to prevent risks and actively pursue improvements. It helps us meet our corporate and human rights due diligence obligations (HRDD) and increase transparency throughout our supply chain. In this report, we introduce each of our manu- facturing sites and explain, using specific exam- ples, what risks were identified through our analysis and how we addressed them. EXAMPLE The gross risk with regard to occupational and building safety in Tunisia is assessed as medium to high. However, since we know the facility very well, are regularly on site, the Fair Wear Foundation conducts regular audits there, and the facility is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, we classify the net risk as low to medium. MEDIUM RISK LOW HIGH LOW: There are risks, but the probability of occurrence is low. MEDIUM: There are risks, but we consider the probability of actual occurrence to be manageable. HIGH: There are risks with a relatively high probability of occurrence, though they do not necessarily have to materialise. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE LIST OF OUR INTERNATIONAL GARMENT MANUFACTURERS 102-9, 102-11, 102-12, 102-13, 102-15, 102-16, 102-17, 102-21, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-42, 102-43, 102-44, 205-1, 308-1, 308-2, 406-1, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 412-1, 414-2 18

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Our International Manufacturing Partners. MEDIUM RISK LOW HIGH CLICK HERE for an explanation of our risk analysis. START OF COLLABORATION NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES NUMBER OF FWF / THIRD-PARTY AUDITS LAST FWF / THIRD- PARTY AUDIT LAST VISIT BP® SHARE IN THIS PRODUCTION FACILITY RESULT OF OUR RISK ANALYSIS FOR THE ENTIRE MANUFACTURING SITE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MINIMUM WAGE AND LOWEST PAID WAGE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MINIMUM WAGE AND AVERAGE PAID WAGE 29/30 September 2022 December 2024 100 % low – medium 23/24 June 2022 December 2024 08/09 February 2023 November 2023 29 July 2022 December 2024 03 December 2024 September 2024 20/21/22 October 2022 October 2024 04/05 August 2023 June 2024 27/28 May 24 November 2023 18/19 August 2023 September 2023 18/19 November 24 October 2024 80 % 20 % 12 % 17 % 41 % 30 % 60 % 6 % 8 % 5 % low – medium medium medium medium medium medium medium medium – high medium medium FWF: 1 / Third-Party Organisations: 5 20/21 July 2023 September 2023 1 2 3 1 2 1995 2013 2023 2016 1994 2002 2004 2005 2017 2013 2017 342 290 52 195 178 17 130 116 14 2,620 2,403 1,035 134 233 216 217 901 17 150 115 35 186 100 86 264 179 85 230 144 88 72 46 26 6 4 – Third-Party Organisations: 13 Third-Party Organisations: 14 6 5 6 1 5 27 % 37 % – 60 % 20 % 7 % 34 % – 8 % 155 % 138 % 27 % 46 % – 97 % 36 % 19 % 64 % 1 % 24 % 264 % 186 % 102-4, 102-9, 102-21, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-43, 205-1, 412-1, 412-2, 414-1, 414-2 19

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice TUNISIA BP® PRODUCTION SITE VETRA® Specialist in small production runs and multifunctional across all collections TRAINING: FWF WORKPLACE EDUCATION PROGRAM (WEP) 2014, SOCIAL DIALOGUE 2017, WEP “BASIC” 2022 PARTICIPATION IN FWF SUPPLIER SEMINARS: „Introduction to HRDD and Practical Use of the Fair Price Application” CERTIFICATIONS: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Comment: In 2025, we will celebrate the 30th anniversary of our sister company VETRA® in Tunisia. On this occasion, we plan to install a photovoltaic system to cover a significant part of the energy demand with self-generated electricity. As early as 2022, we introduced a “Target Wage Agreement” at this site to ensure that employee pay exceeds the minimum wage by a defined percentage. In the reporting year, this percentage was increased by another 5 %. . f f a t s e c i v r e s r o t n e m e g a n a m l f o s e i r a a s e h t e d u l c n i t o n s e o d a t a d e h T . s t n e m y a p s u n o b e d u l c x e s e r u g fi e g a w l l A . r a e y g n i t r o p e r e h t f o e s r u o c e h t r e v o d e t c e l l o c s a w a t a d y r a a s e h T l TUNISIA PARTNER SITE 2 Specialist in Med & Care and Gourmet TRAINING: FWF Workplace Education Program „Basic” 2021 CERTIFICATIONS: ISO 9001:2015 ISO 14001:2018 ISO 45001:2018 TUNISIA PARTNER SITE 3 New partner (cooperation under development) CERTIFICATIONS: STeP by OEKO-TEX ® ARMENIA Specialist in Outdoor, PPE and Workwear, handles large-scale orders CERTIFICATIONS: ISO 9001, ISO 14001 BANGLADESH Partner for shirts TRAINING: FWF Onboarding Training Module 1 in December 2023; Training topics: Labour law & complaints mechanism Comment: We joined the International Accord during the reporting year. NORTH MACEDONIA All-rounder and small series specialist 102-4, 102-9, 102-21, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-43, 205-1, 412-1, 412-2, 414-1, 414-2 20

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice TÜRKIYE Specialist in T-shirts, polo shirts, sweat- shirts and Med & Care TRAINING: FWF Workplace Education Program (WEP) “Basic” 2015, FWF WEP “Communication” 2018 and 2022 CERTIFICATION: Our garment partner and the upstream stage (dyeing & finishing) are STeP by OEKO-TEX® certified. Comment: Due to high inflation in Türkiye, minimum wages have doubled since 2022. Compliance with these new wages is regularly reviewed together with the partner. Cutting Hall . f f a t s e c i v r e s r o t n e m e g a n a m l f o s e i r a a s e h t e d u l c n i t o n s e o d a t a d e h T . s t n e m y a p s u n o b e d u l c x e s e r u g fi e g a w l l A . r a e y g n i t r o p e r e h t f o e s r u o c e h t r e v o d e t c e l l o c s a w a t a d y r a a s e h T l PAKISTAN Specialist in Workwear, Gourmet and Med & Care TRAINING: As part of the STeP certifications, extensive training sessions on topics such as quality management, chemical and environmental management, occupational safety, and social sustainability have been and continue to be held on a regular basis. CERTIFICATION: Our garment partner and the upstream stage (dyeing & finishing) are STeP by OEKO-TEX® certified. Comment: In 2024, we introduced a “Target Wage Agree- ment” with our partner in Pakistan. This agreement stipulates that employee wages must exceed the minimum wage by a defined percentage. In addition, we joined the Interna- tional Accord during the reporting year. Solar system on the roof of the factory building CHINA PARTNER SITE 1 Long-standing specialist in Outdoor, PPE and Workwear CERTIFICATION: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Comment: Overtime remains a relevant issue. CHINA PARTNER SITE 2 Partner for our outdoor styles Comment: There is still a shortage of skilled workers, and the number of employees continues to decline. VIETNAM Partner for workwear Comment: Given the current order situation in Vietnam, we regularly review the risk situation for our partner. 102-4, 102-9, 102-21, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-43, 205-1, 412-1, 412-2, 414-1, 414-2 21

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Good wages for good work: BP® Pricing and Wage Policy. Pricing and wages – an area of tension. Like any company, we have an econo- mic interest in offering our products at market-appropriate prices. At the same time, we are committed to ensu- ring that the people who produce our garments receive fair wages for their work. This means striking a balance and meeting both expectations. Appreciative, respectful, and trusting communication with our partners is essential here, as wages and salaries are not paid by BP® directly, but by our manufacturing partners. There is no single simple solution, of course. But together with the Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) and the Part- nership for Sustainable Textiles, we are developing various approaches and ideas to gradually improve wages and salaries. Serine, sewing expert at our Vetra® site in Tunisia You can find detailed information about our continuous improvement process in the BP® Sustainability Report 2023.TARGET WAGE TARGET WAGE AGREEMENTS: Since 2022, we have had a Target Wage Agreement in place at our VETRA site. It ensures that employee wages are always set at a fixed percentage above the minimum wage – even when minimum wages increase. In 2023, we increased this percentage for the first time. In 2024, we also concluded a similar Target Wage Agreement with our part- ner in Pakistan. These agreements are reviewed regu- larly and will be gradually expanded. They provide a transparent and reli- able way to improve wages while securing the level achieved – even under changing minimum wage conditions. In 2024, BP® took part in the Living Wage Project 2.0 in Pakistan as part of the Partnership for Sustai- nable Textiles. This project inclu- ded, among other things, a deeper analysis of employee wages. One encouraging outcome for us was the conclusion of the aforementio- ned TARGET WAGE AGREEMENT. More information about the Living Wage Lab 2.0 can be found here. LIVING WAGES INFORMATION ON THE PARTNERSHIP FOR SUSTAINABLE TEXTILES WEBSITE. LIVING WAGES CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TOPIC. 102-9, 102-15, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-35, 102-36, 102-43, 414-2 22

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Tried and tested: The BP® Complaints System. »» Our membership of the Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) means that the staff of our manufacturing partners have access to a well-established complaints management system. »» This also allows us to meet the requirements of the Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains. »» All employees can find information at their local site about how the complaints process works by reading displayed notices, attending training seminars and consulting the local teams in the 10 countries in which the FWF is active. »» No. of complaints at BP® since 2014: 28 »» No. of complaints at BP® in 2024: 3 COMPLAINT PROCEDURE FIND OUT MORE HERE. Employee makes a complaint (anonymously if preferred) via the hotline or email. COMPLAINT FWF Upon receipt of a complaint, the FWF checks whether it is justified and if the company has breached one of the eight FWF principles. ONLINE The FWF publishes the complaint including status tracking on its website. + FWF The FWF helps BP® and the manufac- turing partner to find a solution. BIERBAUM- PROENEN Together with the manufac- turing partner, BP® seeks a solution and works in co- operation with the partner to deal with the complaint. Forwarding Finding a solution SOLUTION TÜRKIYE TUNISIA BANGLADESH UNFAIR DISMISSAL WITHOUT SEVERANCE PAY DISCRIMINATION AND UNFAIR DISMISSAL OUTSTANDING PAYMENT FOR FORMER EMPLOYEE In July 2024, we received a complaint from our Turkish garment manufactu- ring partner. An employee reported that their employment had been terminated unfairly and without severance pay. To- gether with the FWF and the factory, we are working on a mutually acceptable solution. The complaint is still open and under review. > to the complaint In September 2024, we received a complaint from our Tunisian factory VE- TRA. The complainant felt discriminated against after being denied the 2024 pay raise and access to work tools. At the end of September, they were informed that their contract would be terminated, with an offer of severance pay equal to 1.5 months’ salary per year of employ- ment. The employee declined and con- tacted the FWF team via the hotline. After further discussions and mediation by the FWF, both parties agreed on se- verance compensation that exceeded the legal minimum. The complaint was resol- ved to the satisfaction of both parties. > to the complaint In December 2024, we received a complaint from our former garment faci- lity in Bangladesh. The complainant had voluntarily left the company in February 2024. Despite several reminders, the factory management failed to settle her legal entitlements. The manufacturing partner submitted documents claiming the payments had been made. The various statements are currently being reviewed, and the complaint is under investigation.. > to the complaint PAKISTAN OUTSTANDING PAYMENTS FOR FORMER EMPLOYEES Ongoing complaint from 2022: This case was already covered in previ- ous sustainability reports. Due to the many different stakeholders involved, it is still under review. Further details are available on the FWF Website. 102-4, 102-9, 102-11, 102-15, 102-21, 102-29, 102-30, 102-31, 102-33, 102-34, 102-43, 406-1, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 414-2 23

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice Karsten Schwanke: My First Day as Climate Advisor at BP®. „ Workwear, for seven generations, right behind the cathedral. That’s about all I knew when, almost exactly a year ago, I gave a keynote speech on the challenges of climate change at BP®’s sustainability forum. Even then, I was impressed by the seriousness with which BP® – to - gether with its suppliers and customers – approaches the topic of sustainability. That keynote turned into some- thing more – and starting in 2025, I’ll be accompanying the company on its journey toward greater sustainability, especially in the area of climate protection. To get to know the company better, I spent a full day at BP® in late March 2025. From the laboratory to the sample sewing department, development and design, and even the laundry room (which is basically always running), I gained a wealth of impressions – especially on a human level: No matter who I spoke with, the employees were proud to work at company headquar- ters. Proud of what they do, and eager to show me ever- ything and patiently answer my questions. And that’s exactly how sustainability starts: with a team, with posi- tive energy, and with a committed group of people. Of course, I’m also aware of the challenges – especially when it comes to reducing CO₂ emissions. From what I’ve heard, a lot has already been achieved in recent years. KARSTEN SCHWANKE Holds a degree in meteorology and has been presenting the weather on ARD since 1995 – on national programmes such as Wetter vor Acht and Tagesthemen, as well as on various regional channels. He also works as a keynote speaker, science journalist and film producer, and runs his own weather company, MeteoCloud. But in production, logistics and the vehicle fleet, large CO₂ budgets still remain on the books. That’s where I’ll be taking a closer look – and asking questions: In recent years (including 2024), the company has achieved its self-imposed CO₂ reduction targets, as stated in its sustainability reports. But what kind of targets were these? On what basis were they set? How ambitious were they? Unfortunately, I didn’t find answers to these questions – but they matter. I’m convinced this will be an exciting journey for both of us – for BP® and for me. I’ll learn a lot, bring in an external perspective, ask critical questions, help initiate processes, and ultimately, help motivate – to get closer to the goal of climate neutrality. I’m looking forward to the steps ahead! „ 102-11, 102-21, 102-29, 102-31, 102-33, 102-43 24

Preface Table of Contents CSRD Sustainability Strategy Supply Chain Climate Protection Social Responsibility Climate Expertise GRI Standards & Legal Notice GRI NUMBERS GRI number Chapter ....................................................................................... Page GRI number Chapter ....................................................................................... Page 102-1 102-2 102-3 102-4 102-5 102-9 102-11 102-12 102-13 102-14 102-15 102-16 102-17 102-21 102-25 102-29 102-30 102-31 102-33 102-34 102-35 102-36 102-42 102-43 102-44 102-47 102-50 102-51 102-52 102-53 102-54 102-55 102-56 103 Name of the organisation ..................................................................................... 2 Activities, brands, products and services .............................................. 10, 12, 13 Location of headquarters ....................................................................................12 Location of operations ................................................................ 12-13, 19-21, 23 Ownership and legal form ..................................................................................26 Supply chain .........................................................................6, 9-10, 12-13, 16-23 Precautionary principle or approach ..........................6, 10, 13, 15, 17-18, 23-24 External initiatives .................................................................................. 15, 17-18 Membership of associations ................................................................... 15, 17-18 Statement from senior decision-maker ............................................................... 2 Key impacts, risks, and opportunities .............2, 5-6, 9-10, 13, 15, 17-18, 22-23 Values, principles, standards and norms of behaviour .............. 2, 5-6, 10, 17-18 Mechanisms for advice and concerns about ethics .....................................10, 18 Consulting stakeholders on economic, environmental, ........................................ and social topics ................................................................2, 4-6, 9, 13, 15, 17-25 Conflicts of interest ............................................................................................... 6 Identifying and managing economic, environmental and social impacts .....2-26 Effectiveness of risk management processes ..................................10, 17-21, 23 Review of economic, environmental and social topics ..................................2-26 Communicating critical concerns .................................................................. 23-24 Nature and total number of critical concerns ....................................................23 Wage policies ......................................................................................................22 Process for determining remuneration ..............................................................22 Identifying and selecting stakeholders ...................................................... 5-6, 18 Approach to stakeholder engagement ...........................................................2-26 Key topics and concerns raised .............................................................. 2, 5-6, 18 List of material topics .......................................................................................3, 6 Reporting period .............................................................................................2, 26 Date of most recent report .................................................................................26 Reporting cycle ...................................................................................................26 Contact point for questions regarding the report ................................................ 3 Claims of reporting in accordance with the GRI standards ...............................26 GRI content index ................................................................................................26 External assurance ..............................................................................................26 Management approach ......................................................................................... 2 203 204 205 205-1 301-2 301-3 302-1 302-4 302-5 303-1 303-5 305 306-2 308-1 308-2 406-1 407-1 408-1 409-1 412-1 412-2 414-1 414-2 416-1 Indirect economic impacts .................................................................................... 2 Sourcing practices ...............................................................................................10 Fight against corruption ......................................................................................10 Operations that have been checked for corruption risks ............................ 18-21 Recycled input materials used.............................................................................. 9 Reclaimed products and their packaging materials ............................................ 9 Energy consumption within the organisation .................................................9,15 Reduction of energy consumption ........................................................... 9, 13-15 Reduction in energy requirements of products and services .................. 9, 13-15 Interactions with water as a shared resource ....................................................15 Water consumption .............................................................................................15 Emissions ................................................................................................... 9, 13-15 Management of significant waste-related impacts ...........................................15 New suppliers that were screened using environmental criteria ....................................................................................9, 18 Negative environmental impacts in the supply chain and actions taken .............................................................................. 9, 13, 15, 18 Incidents of discrimination and corrective actions taken ............................................................10, 17-18, 23 Operations and suppliers in which the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining may be at risk ................10, 17-18, 23 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of child labor ................................................................10, 17-18, 23 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of forced or compulsory labor .....................................10, 17-18, 23 Operations that have been subject to human rights reviews or impact assessments ........................................................................... 10, 18-21 Employee training on human rights policies and procedures ..................... 19-21 New suppliers that were screened using social criteria ........................ 10, 19-21 Negative social impacts in the supply chain and actions taken ........... 10, 17-23 Assessment of the health and safety impacts of product and service categories .......................................................................................... 6 QUICK-START GUIDE TO SUSTAINABILITY AUDIT An audit systematically evaluates whether a process or an activity complies with the previ- ously defined requirements and standards. CO2e Carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) is a unit of measurement used to determine the effect of various greenhouse gases (GHG) on the climate. These effects can be made comparable by converting different types of emissions into the equivalent amount of carbon dioxide (CO2). CSRD Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. This is a new EU directive under which companies are required to report on sustain- ability topics according to ESG criteria. ESG Environmental, Social and Governance. These criteria are used to evaluate a company’s actions in relation to environmental and social issues, as well as responsible corporate governance. FWF Fair Wear Foundation. The multi-stakeholder initiative aims to improve working conditions in the clothing industry. For more information, see page 17. HRDD Human Rights Due Diligence. This term refers to the human rights due diligence that a company is required to apply along its supply chain. The identification of risk plays an important role in this process. ILO International Labour Organisation. The Inter- national Labour Organisation is a social justice organisation of the United Nations with 187 member states. LkSG The German Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains is the legal instrument that transfers the human rights due diligence (HRDD) of companies to German law. OECD Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. This organisation is comprised of 38 member states. It develops international standards and sets the social, economic and ecological agenda. LEGAL NOTICE REPORTING CYCLE The sustainability report is published annually. This is the eighth edition. EXTERNAL REVIEW OF THE REPORT This report has not been externally reviewed. REPORTING IN COMPLIANCE WITH GRI STANDARDS This report has been prepared with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) guide- lines. It is based on the GRI Content Index and provides information about core indicators. CONTACT Bierbaum-Proenen GmbH & Co. KG Domstr. 55-73 (im carré domstrasse) 50668 Köln Germany Tel.: +49 221 16 56 0 Fax: +49 221 16 56 170 E-mail: info@bp-online.com 102-5, 102-29, 102-31, 102-43, 102-50, 102-51, 102-52, 102-54, 102-55, 102-56 26