NGB / GOLDEN RULES
Respect for people, integrity and professional accountability underpin our decisions. NGB’s twelve rules define how we work, fulfil our commitments and engage with the state, clients and partners.
We believe Ukraine’s prosperity and the health of the nation depend on the integrity and diligence of each of us: how we do our work, keep our word, treat people and use shared resources. Responsibility for the country’s future is expressed in everyday decisions — on the worksite, in an engineering calculation and in a business agreement.
In challenging times, it is especially important to give our best to the work we know and do well. For NGB, that means engineering, drilling, production infrastructure and the energy sector. Our contribution is professionally delivered work, reliable solutions and coordinated teamwork. We value expertise, develop competence and take responsibility for our commitments.
Integrity has practical meaning: paying taxes honestly, providing formal employment, honouring agreements and competing on the quality of our work. It means grounding decisions in evidence, speaking openly about risks and correcting mistakes. Trust grows when actions support words and the same principles matter to managers, engineers and every team member.
PEOPLE. SAFETY. ENVIRONMENT.
The health of a nation begins with respect for every person’s life, health and dignity. No operational result justifies compromising safety. We regard care for people, efficient use of resources and environmental responsibility as inseparable from professional quality. A strong company creates value for its clients, its team and society.
NGB’s Golden Rules are our shared guide to everyday work. They help turn values into concrete decisions and actions. We aim for every project to strengthen trust, every partnership to rest on honesty and our work to contribute to Ukraine’s prosperity.
FROM VALUES TO EVERYDAY PRACTICE
Principles of accountability to the country, employees, clients, partners and the environment. They support our working culture and do not replace technical safety procedures.
Complete records and timely payments. No concealed income or fictitious transactions.
We meet our tax obligations fully and on time. We keep accurate records, do not conceal income and do not use fictitious transactions or tax-evasion schemes.
Zero tolerance for undeclared pay. Clear terms and fully declared remuneration.
Employment is formally documented before work begins. All remuneration and its components are recorded, with the appropriate taxes and contributions accounted for. We do not disguise employment through sham contracts.
No bribes, kickbacks or concealed arrangements. Conflicts of interest are disclosed.
We do not offer, pay or accept bribes, kickbacks or improper facilitation payments. Conflicts of interest are disclosed. Gifts, hospitality and intermediary payments are subject to defined rules and review.
Checks before contracting: verified identity, ownership, restrictions and delivery capability.
We check counterparties, beneficial owners, applicable sanctions restrictions, authority and delivery capability. Material unresolved risks pause contract approval until the review is complete. Decisions are based on evidence, not rumours.
Unsafe work is stopped. No deadline or budget justifies bypassing safety barriers.
Work does not start without risk assessment, a competent team and verified critical barriers. Everyone may stop unsafe work without retaliation for a good-faith decision. Work resumes only after the hazard is removed or verified controls are in place. Safety covers people, well integrity and equipment integrity.
From leaks and waste to site restoration. Environmental claims must be supported by data.
We assess impacts on air, water, soil and neighbouring communities. Within our scope, we control gas leaks and spills, account for water and waste, and manage noise and resource use. Site restoration is planned. We do not claim zero impact or emission reductions without measurements and a defined baseline.
Verified data, reviewed calculations and an accountable engineer. Methods must fit the task.
Decisions are supported by data, calculations and an assessment of uncertainty. Critical calculations are reviewed by another competent specialist. We apply recognised practices appropriate to the task, document changes and develop competence. Forecasts, pilots and verified field results are clearly distinguished.
Clear pricing, realistic scope and agreed changes. No bid rigging or hidden charges.
We compete on quality, competence and justified pricing, not collusion. Scope, responsibilities, schedules and change procedures are defined before contracting. We plan funding, meet agreed payment commitments and communicate delivery risks early. Safety and required environmental controls are not treated as expendable costs.
Skills-based selection. Accessible working conditions, without discrimination, harassment or coercion.
We assess people against competence and objective job requirements. Discrimination, harassment, forced labour and unlawful child labour are not tolerated. Freedom of association and representation are respected. Reasonable workplace adjustments are agreed for individual needs without lowering safety requirements.
Employment, training and workplace adaptation for Ukrainian Armed Forces veterans are a dedicated priority.
Supporting the civilian careers of Ukrainian Armed Forces veterans is a priority of our people policy. We recognise skills gained in service and offer role-appropriate training and mentoring. Return-to-work arrangements and adjustments are agreed individually. Selection remains skills-based, transparent and safety-conscious.
Protect data and intellectual property. AI assists; engineers remain accountable.
Software is used on a lawful basis. Data access is limited to authorised needs. Confidential material is not sent to external digital or AI services without approval. A competent person checks safety-critical automated outputs; decision accountability is not delegated to an algorithm.
No retaliation for good-faith reports. Correct errors; do not conceal misconduct.
Good-faith reports of hazards, errors or possible misconduct must not lead to retaliation, even if a concern is not substantiated. Reports receive an impartial review with confidentiality subject to applicable requirements. We address causes, not just symptoms. Speaking up is protected; deliberate concealment is not excused.
Supporting veterans, making reasonable workplace adjustments and developing competence need defined processes and resources, not just good intentions.
