Forbo is a leading producer of floor coverings, building and construction adhesives, as well as belts for power transmission and lightweight conveyor technology.
Social responsibility and environmental protection are fundamental Forbo values. We are committed to protecting the environment and investing in a sustainable future. As a responsible manufacturer and employer, Forbo sets very high standards for health, safety, the environment and quality.
Forbo promotes appropriate skills and competencies at all organizational levels and supports this internally through training and educational activities. The divisions provide internal trainings in a wide range of areas covering products and applications sustainability, sales and marketing, finance, operations, software application programs, project management, strategy content and implementation as well as guidance on Forbo values. Continuous, intensive training in health and safety includes measures relating to accident prevention, risk awareness, and occupational health and safety.
In collaboration with the University of St. Gallen, other external partners and internal specialists, a practice oriented training program is being offered on Group level for senior managers, persons in key positions, and junior managers. It consists of various modules with the aim to improve leadership and management skills so that managers are equipped to meet ever higher requirements and to make a direct contribution to the sustainable success of Forbo.
Preserving the environment and generating environmental added value are decisive factors in all Forbo’s developments and investments. Minimizing our environmental footprint is a top priority, and both divisions are fully committed to optimizing production processes so as to minimize water and energy consumption, reduce emissions, and reuse heat generated in production processes as well as to reduce, and wherever possible, recycle used materials. Flooring Systems linoleum floor coverings are made from natural raw materials. They are biodegradable and climate-positive (cradle to gate), without offsetting. In the manufacture of its heterogenous vinyl floor coverings, Forbo uses phthalate-free plasticizers of the latest generation. The Movement Systems BioBelt is a conveyor belt made of 20 percent or more renewable raw materials. The AmpMiser conveyor belt enables energy savings of up to 50 percent. In 2024, the CO₂ emissions (Scope 1 and 2) were reduced per square meter produced by 2.5% compared to the previous year.
As a listed company, Forbo also engages intensively with the economic dimension of sustainability on a daily basis, with the aim of creating sustainable value for the stakeholders. Compliance is of enormous importance for the reputation and positioning of a company. Regular training on the Code of Conduct, competition law, the fight against corruption, respectful behavior, and various topics relating to IT security and data protection is provided across the entire Group. The module on respectful behavior addresses and raises awareness regarding discrimination, bullying, and sexual harassment in the workplace.
The Forbo Code of Conduct sets out our most important business principles and basic values. The Code of Conduct is central to the way we protect and develop our reputation. It is built on the principles of integrity, transparency and fairness and describes how we are to behave.
The Code of Conduct not only ensures but goes beyond compliance with the laws and regulations wherever we run our business.
It demonstrates our commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in every situation while at the same time respecting people’s rights as individuals. We expect this of every single employee, everywhere, every day. We also expect this of all our business partners. High standards in our relationships are the foundation for lasting success.
Should Forbo as an exception not fully live up its business principles and basic values, we encourage you to report this to us via the Forbo Integrity Line. You may alternatively call the Corporate Compliance Officer at +41 58 787 25 46 or send an email to compliance@forbo.com.
Click here to file an electronic compliance report with the Compliance Officer via the Forbo Integrity Line.
