If you want to shape the future of our world, you have to do so with appreciation – towards our resources, our ecosystems, our biodiversity and our society. Because they are the foundation on which the well-being of future generations rests. As an internationally active company and employer, we are aware of our responsibility and are happy to accept it.

Together, we can make a decisive contribution to conserving resources, giving the weaker members of our society a new perspective and ensuring that our future generations have the best chances of a promising future.

1. Respecting the laws — We respect and obey the laws, rules and regulations applying to our businesses around the world.
2. Transparency and Integrity of recording and reporting our financial results — We properly maintain accurate and complete financial and other business records, and communicate full, fair, accurate, timely and understandable financial results and other material information. We have developed a system of internal controls designed to preserve the integrity of our records and information.
3. Respecting human rights and value to human life — We respect human rights and require our suppliers to do the same.
4. Delivering quality — We are committed to producing quality products and providing quality services.
5. Competing ethically — We gain competitive advantage through superior performance. We do not engage in unethical or illegal trade practices.
6. Respecting diversity and fair employment practices — We are committed to respecting a culturally diverse workforce through practices that provide equal access and fair treatment to all employees on the basis of merit. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in the workplace.
7. Protecting assets and information — We protect our property, information and opportunities for unauthorized use. We properly maintain the confidentiality of information and employee data entrusted to us.
8. Acting with integrity — We do not offer or accept bribes, kickbacks or inappropriate gifts or entertainment. We engage in business practices that are consistent with our ethics and values.
9. Environment, health and safety — We are committed to being a global leader in safeguarding the health and safety of our employees and protecting the environment.