Whistleblowing at BioArctic
BioArctic is committed to responsible and transparent business practices. Our whistleblowing channel is intended for reports of suspected serious misconduct or other serious irregularities in BioArctic’s operations where there may be a public interest in disclosure and where the matter may qualify for whistleblower protection under applicable law. Not every concern falls within the scope of whistleblowing protection.
BioArctic does not tolerate retaliation, threats of retaliation, or attempts at retaliation against anyone who reports a concern in accordance with applicable whistleblower protection laws.
This page explains how to report a concern. Reports can be submitted in writing through a secure external web portal, verbally by telephone, or by requesting an in-person meeting. Reports may also be submitted anonymously.
How to report in Sweden
Web portal
Visit wb.2secure.se, choose your language, and enter the code BIO820.
Telephone
Call 0771 77 99 77 and provide the code BIO820.
In-person meeting
If you would prefer to report in person, submit a request through the web portal. The external service provider will then coordinate the meeting.
Confidentiality and personal data
Reports may be submitted anonymously or with contact details. Providing your contact details is voluntary, but it may make follow-up easier. The reporting portal does not register IP addresses or use cookies. However, if you use a device connected to a company network, network logs may show that the site was visited. If your identity is known, it will be treated confidentially and only shared where necessary for handling the case and as permitted by law.
Personal data is processed only for the purpose of receiving, assessing, and investigating reports, and for taking appropriate measures. Access is limited to those involved in handling the case and to the external service provider. Personal data is normally deleted shortly after the case is closed, and no later than two years after closure, unless longer retention is required by law or for legal claims.
What to include in a report
Please include as much relevant information as possible, such as who was involved, what happened, how you became aware of it, why you believe the information is accurate, when and where the matter occurred, whether the matter is ongoing, and whether there are any witnesses or supporting materials.
If your concern is not whistleblowing
Concerns that relate solely to your own employment, personal workplace conflicts or dissatisfaction with management decisions will usually not meet the public interest requirement and are therefore normally not covered by legal whistleblower protection. Such matters are generally handled through management or HR channels.
What happens after you report
All reports are received by BioArctic’s external whistleblowing service provider, 2Secure.
2Secure reviews and registers the report and informs the designated contact person at BioArctic. BioArctic’s designated and impartial Whistleblowing Committee then independently assesses the matter and determines the appropriate next steps. Anyone who is the subject of a report, or otherwise has a conflict of interest, will not be involved in the assessment of that matter. Depending on the circumstances, BioArctic may ask follow-up questions, initiate an investigation, refer the matter to another appropriate function, or close the case if it does not fall within the scope of the whistleblowing process.
You can follow your case through the web portal using the case number and password provided when you submit your report. If follow-up questions are needed, they are typically posted in the portal within approximately two weeks.
You will normally receive written acknowledgement within seven days, unless doing so could reveal your identity. You will also normally receive feedback on any action taken, or planned, within three months.
External reporting in Sweden
BioArctic encourages individuals to use the whistleblowing channel. In addition to BioArctic’s internal whistleblowing channel, reporting persons may also have the right, in accordance with applicable whistleblower laws, to report suspected misconduct to a competent Swedish public authority. Which authority is competent depends on the subject matter of the concern.