Prior to working with Hydro, all suppliers are subject to a qualification process. Our corporate policies regarding procurement and the qualification process are common for all business areas.

Use the right-column links to find Hydro policies and tools, our Supplier Code of Conduct, and our General Purchasing Conditions.

More information about HSE requirements and corporate social responsibility policies are available on the Policies and tools page (see link at right).

Compliance with the required standards must be documented in the qualification documents and contracts.

Local specifications

Our procurement organization is decentralized to suit the various business areas around the world. While particular qualification requirements may differ, our corporate policies regarding procurement and the qualification process are common for all business areas.