About this report

For the purpose of Title 9, Book 2 of the Dutch Civil Code and RJ400.104:

• Together, the 'Report of the Executive Board' and 'Appendices' sections form the directors' report.
• The 'Sustainability' and 'Appendices to Sustainability Report' sections together form the Sustainability Report and are thus also part of the directors' report.

The selection of reporting topics in the Report of the Executive Board was based on our business model, internal and external developments, and discussions with various stakeholders. The topics in the sustainability report stem from the double materiality assessment.

The disclosures on metrics originate from our information systems, supported by internal control and monitoring systems, as well as supplier data and other sources. Some metrics are also reported in the existing internal reporting cycle on a monthly and quarterly basis. Other metrics are reported annually. The data was collected, reviewed, and consolidated by our Group Control department. Line management has reviewed the outcomes. Any changes to the definitions, measuring methods, or inherent limitations in the data are indicated, as is the use of estimates.

Because the amounts in the tables have been rounded, rounding differences may occur.

The annual report was reviewed by various stakeholders during its preparation and upon completion. The financial statements have been audited by an independent auditor as required by law.