TPV Technology, the world’s largest display manufacturer and parent company of TP Vision, MMD Monitors & Displays, AOC and PPDS, has deepened its commitment to safeguarding human rights and ensuring the ethical sourcing of materials across its global operations. The company has announced new partnerships with two leading international organisations focused on social sustainability: The Mekong Club and the European Partnership for Responsible Minerals (EPRM).
The move forms part of TPV’s ongoing efforts to meet the requirements of the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and reflects its long‑standing philosophy of responsible business practices across all supply chain levels.
Stefan van Sabben, Global Director of CSR and Sustainability at TPV Technology, said the partnerships reinforce the company’s belief in collective responsibility. “Our responsibility focuses not only on our own sphere of influence but also on processes further down the supply chain. We believe in working both as a community and as a part of communities to amplify our efforts.”
Combatting Modern Slavery Through The Mekong Club
Founded in 2011, Hong Kong‑based Mekong Club collaborates with multinational companies to combat modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking. Its diverse membership includes global brands such as Mattel, Unilever, Amazon and The Walt Disney Company.
Van Sabben said joining the organisation will enable TPV to strengthen oversight and preventive measures across its network of suppliers. “Membership of the Mekong Club will help us ensure forced labour is never used in the scope of our business,” he noted.
Enhancing Ethical Mineral Sourcing with EPRM
TPV also announced its membership in the European Partnership for Responsible Minerals, a multi‑stakeholder initiative focused on human rights and environmental conditions in mineral extraction particularly in conflict‑affected and high‑risk regions.
Companies such as Intel, Samsung, Royal Philips, Fairphone and NXP are among its members. The partnership supports responsible sourcing of minerals like tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold, while improving conditions for artisanal and small‑scale miners.
Marcella Klinker, Sustainability Specialist for Human Rights and Supply Chains at TPV, said the partnership reinforces TPV’s responsible minerals strategy. “Joining the EPRM strengthens our commitment to continuously enhancing our due diligence practices and supporting more responsible mineral supply chains.”
The company has published annual Conflict Minerals reports, has been a member of the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) since 2015, and has supported ITSCI governance projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo since 2023, recently renewing its commitment for another three years.
