| Overview 
ABX Air is proud of those who work for us, and you 
can be proud of the position of trust you hold. The reputation of our company in 
the community and business world depends on the actions of those who work here.
 Employees are to act at all times with integrity, avoiding actual or apparent 
conflicts of interest in personal and professional relationships. Purpose This policy outlines ABX’s expectations with 
regard to actually or potentially allowing personal interests or relationships 
to influence objective decision making on the company’s behalf. This policy 
governs business relationships, including award of business, receiving or giving 
gifts, favors, or entertainment, along with other potential conflicts of 
interest to or from any person or business where an actual or potential conflict 
of interest may be present. Definitions Conflict of Interest: 
situations in which personal considerations or financial gain may compromise, or 
have the appearance of compromising, your professional judgment and result in 
actions or choices that conflict with the best interest of the company. 
 Relatives/member of family: 
parents, siblings, children, spouses, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, 
nephews, first cousins, in-laws, or step-relations, or close personal 
relationship otherwise not formally defined as a relative.  Gifts, Favors, And Entertainment Offered By 
Employees You may give gifts, favors, and entertainment to 
others at Company expense, only if they meet all of the following criteria:
 
Your Vice President approves the gift; They are of limited value and will not be construed as a bribe or payoff; They are not in violation of applicable law and generally accepted ethical standards; and public disclosure of the facts 
  will not embarrass the company. Other Potential Employment Conflicts Other potential conflicts of interest include, 
but are not limited to the following:  
Employment outside ABX - If you are employed 
  outside ABX, it should not interfere, compete, or conflict with the company’s 
  best interests or hinder your ability to meet your responsibilities at ABX. If in doubt, contact your manager for current clarification.Volunteer Activities/Community Involvement 
  -You are encouraged to be involved in community, industry, and charitable 
  activities, including directorships in non-profit community organizations, as 
  long as they do not compete with or create demands that interfere with your 
  job. Employment of Relatives - ABX permits the 
  employment and promotions of qualified relatives of employees as long as such 
  employment does not, in the opinion of ABX, create actual or perceived 
  conflicts of interest. Subcontracting, Contracting, or Approval of 
  payment for services of any kind - No person with a close personal friendship 
  or Relative as defined in this policy, shall award or approve payments to 
  anyone with an actual or perceived conflict of interest. Access To Confidential Information Revealing or using any confidential, personal 
information; trade secrets; product information; information used to make 
decisions or future plans; or any other information that might be contrary to 
the best interests of the Company without prior authorization is forbidden. The 
misuse, unauthorized access to, or mishandling of confidential information, 
particularly personal information, is strictly prohibited and will subject an 
employee to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Use of 
Confidential information for personal gain is strictly prohibited. Revealing 
confidential information to Relatives is likewise prohibited, regardless of 
potential for personal gain. Employee Role & Responsibilities 
Act in the best interest of the company when 
  dealing with customers, suppliers, contractors, competitors, or any person 
  doing or seeking to do business with ABX Air. Conduct the company’s business with integrity 
  and in a manner that excludes any personal advantage or gain. While interacting with others on behalf of the 
  company, conduct yourself in a strictly professional, business-like manner to 
  avoid any potential or actual conflict of interest or favoritism. Maintain transparent, arms’ length business 
  relationships.Respect segregation of duties, including 
  removing yourself from any business transactions involving relatives as 
  defined or implied by this policy.Employees may, with their vice president’s 
  knowledge and approval, exchange gifts as customary in some foreign countries.Tell management immediately if you own or have 
  significant interest in, or any member of your family owns or has significant 
  interest in, any outside company which does business or seeks to do business 
  with ABX or is a competitor. Tell management immediately if you become 
  aware of any situation that may involve a conflict of interest for yourself or 
  others. Please direct any questions related to this 
  policy to your management or the Sr. VP Corporate General Counsel and 
  Secretary, or Assistant General Counsel.  With regard to gifts, favors, and entertainment:
 
Do not seek gifts, favors, or entertainment 
  for yourself or for others. It is never permissible to accept a gift of 
  cash or cash equivalent such as stocks or other forms of marketable securities 
  of any amount. ANY gifts, favors, or entertainment offered 
  MUST be approved in advance by the next level of management who will assist in 
  deciding how the offers should be handled. In most cases, gifts that can be 
  shared with co-workers should be shared. Examples of gifts, favors, or entertainment 
  situations that commonly come up and are acceptable include, but are not 
  limited to: 
  
    Lunch and/or dinner with vendors, sometimes 
    including spouses. Gifts of small value from vendors such as 
    calendars, pens, pads, knives, etc. Tickets to events (such as sports, arts, 
    etc.), or participation in sponsored eventsOvernight outings are acceptable under the 
    condition that either individuals from other companies or the vendor also 
    attend, and there is a potential business benefit to the event.Social drinks are acceptable within moderate 
    limits; however receipt of gifts of alcoholic beverages is discouraged.
    Gifts of perishable items usually given 
    during the holidays such as hams, cookies, nuts, etc., are acceptable. You 
    are encouraged to share with co-workers if you receive them. Day outings such as golf, fishing, and 
    hunting are acceptable if the vendor attends. Attendance of events at vendor facilities is 
    acceptable, but use of vendor’s facilities (vacation homes, etc.) by 
    employees or families for personal use is prohibited.  Management Role & Responsibilities; Beyond Those 
As Employees 
Respond to employees’ concerns and provide 
  guidance regarding potential or actual conflict of interest issues. 
  Investigate immediately if you become aware of 
  any situation that may involve a potential or actual conflict of interest and 
  take appropriate action.   Take time to examine situations involving an 
  employee's relative(s) to see if the potential for conflict of interest exists 
  and, if so, how it may affect the productivity of the employee and/or 
  department. If a potential for conflict of interest exists, discuss the 
  situation with your management, the business unit leaders, and/or Human 
  Resources to evaluate the appropriate steps to take.   Your department may establish procedures to 
  provide additional guidance to you if business conditions routinely place you 
  in a position to make financial decisions for ABX Air.  Assist employees to understand, be respectful 
  of, and participate in customs and unique operating conditions in foreign 
  countries.  Do not accept gifts valued at more than $20 
  from those under your supervision.   
 
 Revision History:December 2013
 Oct. 4, 2010
 Mar. 8, 2004
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