RUBIS - 2019 Universal Registration Document

3 RISK FACTORS, INTERNAL CONTROL AND INSURANCE - Risk factors

The description of Rubis’ main risk factors (see below) presents the possible consequences in the event of the risk occurring, and provides examples of measures implemented to reduce them. The assessment of the level of impact and probability of each risk mentioned

takes into account the control measures implemented (net risk). Probability: Low ▲ Medium ▲▲ High ▲▲▲ Impact: Low ▲ Medium ▲▲ High ▲▲▲

For each risk, the scope of the activities covered is indicated by means of a colored circle: ● for Rubis Énergie (distribution and support and services activities); ● for Rubis Terminal.

Scope covered

Category

Risk

Probability

Impact

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Industrial and environmental risks

Risk of a major incident in industrial facilities Risk of a major incident in distribution facilities

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Risks related to product transportation

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• Shipping

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• Road transportation

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Risks related to external environment

Climate risks

Risks related to changes in the competitive environment

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Country and geopolitical environment risks

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Legal and regulatory risks

Ethics and non-compliance risks

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Legal risks (loss of operating license and major disputes) Risks linked to a significant change in environmental regulations

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Financial risks

Foreign exchange risk

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Risk of fluctuations in petroleum product prices

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Risks related to acquisitions

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