INFORM | FIRST HALF YEAR OF 2021

Editor: In April 2021, it was announced that HARTMANN plans to reorganize production in the Wound Management segment. How did this come about? Müller: The Transformation Program comprises a large number of development measures. We are increasing our innovation rate, developing new digital business models and aligning our core businesses even more closely with attractive market seg- ments. For a sustainable improvement in competitiveness, we also need to improve our cost position along the entire value chain. This also includes difficult measures. In the Wound Man- agement segment, high production costs are having a negative impact on competitiveness. Improvements in production costs achieved to date are no longer sufficient to meet the changed market requirements. For Wound Management to sustainably expand its market posi- tion, further improvements in production costs are essential, among other things. This is the only way that we as a company can successfully stand up to the tough competition in the coming years and ensure a successful future for HARTMANN. Editor: How does HARTMANN intend to improve the cost position in Wound Management? Müller: Firstly, we plan to invest in a new production site in Częstochowa, Poland. The site will enable us to achieve sig­ nificant cost advantages. Production of the first Wound Man- agement products is expected to start in the second quarter of 2022. On the other hand, HARTMANN plans to close the pro­ duction site for Wound Management in Heidenheim and relocate the HydroClean®-production from Neuhausen, Switzerland. Editor: That would also mean job cuts. Müller: Yes, this is not easy. We are aware that it is difficult news, especially for the employees affected and their families. We re- gret that. Together with the employee representatives, we are working on alternatives and socially responsible solutions for these employees. Although we cannot rule out compulsory re- dundancies at the present time, we are trying to find other ways as far as possible to compensate for any potential disadvantages that may arise. Editor: How many employees will be affected? Müller: Approximately 120 jobs in Heidenheim and 30 to 40 jobs in Neuhausen, Switzerland, will be affected. The planned job cuts in Heidenheimwill take place over a longer period of time, starting in the second quarter of 2022. The reduction of HydroClean® production will start in the second half of 2022. Editor: And what comes next? Müller: Talks with the employee representatives in Heidenheim are proceeding constructively. We expect negotiations to start in September. HARTMANN's goal is to quickly create clarity for the employees affected. HARTMANN's transformation is essential for the long-term success of the Company and its employees. In conversation with Stefan Müller, CFO HARTMANN GROUP 8 Inform first half year 2021 | News from the HARTMANN GROUP