How we treat people and our environment
As a family-owned company, we do not think in terms of short-term trends, but in generations. Eco-friendliness and social responsibility are not marketing terms for us, but an integral part of our daily actions.
We have known our suppliers for many years and maintain close, trust-based partnerships. Throughout the entire supply chain, we place the highest importance on compliance with clearly defined social and environmental standards. In doing so, we follow the principles of the United Nations Global Compact, which set internationally recognized benchmarks for responsible business conduct.
Together with our producers and partners, we ensure that fair wages, safe working conditions, social benefits, tested non-toxic materials, and the responsible use of natural resources are consistently upheld.
In this way, we create the foundation for sustainable growth, strong partnerships, and products we stand behind with full conviction.
Jörg Kümmel
The ten principles of the UN Global Compact
Human rights
- Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights
- Businesses should make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Labour
- Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right
- Businesses should uphold the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour
- Businesses should uphold the effective abolition of child labour
- Businesses should uphold the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
Environment
- Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges
- Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility
- Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
Anti-Corruption
- Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.