"Committed to making a difference"

The year 2023 has seen rising geopolitical and economic challenges. Nevertheless, we have again been able to proceed advance with sound and environmentally friendly development to the benefit of our business partners and stakeholders.

With forest fires, flooding, storms, heatwaves, and cold spells all over the world, it is climate change that has given the world economy the biggest headaches. Which is why I am particularly delighted to present our 2023 report, which details our commitment to a more eco-friendly production, sustainable products and processes and a better future. To achieve our overarching objective, which is to cut carbon emissions, we have taken decisive steps to boost energy efficiency, reduce waste, make procurement sustainable and supply chains stable.

An important milestone in 2023 was the first global recording of our Scope 1-3 emissions. The in-depth overview of our carbon footprint allowed us to take steps to lower emissions at all phases of the value chain.

We developed innovative conveyor belts, which are not just more efficient and reliable, but much more environmentally friendly to produce and use without compromising on quality or performance. German inspection body TUV Rheinland certified the superior savings potential of Amp Miser belts. As a result, our customers can improve their own carbon footprint based on a trustworthy document. We received the "Best of Industry Award 2023" in the category "Best Sustainability Project" for our innovative new version of the Amp Miser, an achievement we are very proud of. Some types in this series come with a tension member fabric made of recycled PET. These yarns save valuable raw materials and cut harmful carbon emissions. By prioritizing product quality and recycling capabilities, we ensure durability, which in turn saves resources.