Do you have special or insider knowledge of illegal agreements (cartels), an abuse of market power or other competition infringements but are reluctant to pass this information on for fear of reprisals or negative consequences?
If so, a standardised whistleblowing system is provided for you here which allows you to share your information in a secure way while staying anonymous if you wish. The guarantee of your anonymity offered by this system has been certified by a publicly appointed and sworn expert. There is no technical possibility of tracing information that you have submitted back to you as long as you do not enter any data which allows conclusions to be drawn about your identity. Further information on the whistleblowing system is available online at www.eqs.bkms-system.com.
You have gained knowledge of a possible competition law infringement in your capacity as a consumer or member of the public? If you have gained knowledge of a possible infringement outside the context of your work-related activities, you can share your information via this reporting channel. In this case, the German Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) does not apply. Many thanks for your assistance!
You have obtained information about competition law infringements by companies in the context of your work-related activities or prior to taking up a business activity? If so, the external reporting unit established at the Bundeskartellamt is the competent reporting unit for you, and the special procedure laid down in the German Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) applies. In accordance with the Act, you personally are protected against detriment or reprisals. By sharing your insider knowledge via this reporting channel, you can help to expose, investigate and prosecute infringements effectively.