ESG Report 2025

42 The United Laboratories consistently regards environmental protection as a cornerstone of sustainable development. Guided by the environmental policy of compliance and integrity, prevention and control, environmental protection, continuous improvement and harmonious development, we have embedded environmental management into daily operations and strategic decision-making. To systematically advance environmental management, Inner Mongolia Company has established sound environmental management system and has obtained ISO 14001:2015 certification for its environmental management system and GB/T 23331-2020 / ISO 50001:2018 certification for its energy management system. The company strictly complies with national and local environmental laws and regulations, formulates internal environmental management rules and continuously improves its environmental performance. 7.1 Environmental Management System 7.1.1 Internal Environmental Audits To ensure the effective operation of both the environmental management system and the energy management system, the Group has established a routine internal audit mechanism and organises qualified audit teams each year to comprehensively assess the conformity and effectiveness of system operation. During the Reporting Period, the Group completed the annual internal audits of both systems as summarised below. 7.1.2 External Environmental Audits The Group proactively introduces external oversight from authoritative third-party institutions and government regulators to verify the effectiveness of its management systems. In 2025, the Inner Mongolia Company successfully completed two important external reviews. GB/T 23331-2020 / ISO 50001:2018 Requirements for Energy Management Systems Audit Basis Environmental management of the production of bulk medicine and intermediate products and related supporting activities, covering environmental factor identification, compliance obligations, targets and indicators, operational control and emergency preparedness Scope Site inspections, document review and staff interviews Audit Approach Audit teams A, B, C and D, covering workshops and functional departments Audit Team Composition The system met relevant requirements, environmental responsibilities were effectively implemented by workshops and departments, and environmental performance continued to improve. Corrective measures were formulated for identified issues and follow-up actions were implemented. Audit Conclusion ISO 14001:2015 environmental management system certification requirements Audit Basis Energy management activities involved in the production of products such as amoxicillin and ampicillin bulk medicine, 6-APA and clavulanic acid per annum Scope Site inspections, document review and staff interviews Audit Approach 21 internal auditors divided into four groups Audit Team Composition The system operated in good condition. Personnel at all levels demonstrated an appropriate understanding of the energy policy and objectives, facilities and equipment were properly managed, emergency preparedness was adequate, and energy performance was continuously improved. One minor non-conformity was identified and rectified as required. Audit Conclusion Environmental management system internal audit Energy management system internal audit The United Laboratories International Holdings Limited 2025 Environmental, Social and Governance Report