Corporate Governance
Acting Responsibly Today for Tomorrow and Beyond.
We embrace our responsibilities to the environment, society, and all of our stakeholders. As a company with a foundation in the plastics industry, we are committed to pursuing sustainable, profitable growth that benefits our society and the planet.
We design and innovate according to our set of principles which guide us and ensure positive impacts for a circular and sustainable future while meeting the requirements of our customers and the market.
We Care About Our Planet
Our Environmental Management System provides a structured approach to ascertain that our products, services, and processes safeguard the planet's resources and environment.
By continuously investing in and upgrading our facilities, equipment, and processes, we aim to exceed both regulatory requirements and customers’ expectations. This commitment drives efficiency and ensures lean, responsible operations. Staying ahead of legislative policies allows us to maintain our leadership in market expertise, consistently adding value and enabling our customers to be one step ahead of market demands.
Protecting Our Planet: The UN Sustainable Development Goals
2. Zero Hunger
Our products increase the shelf-life of packaged food, keeping food fresh and safe while minimizing food waste. Our masterbatches are designed for food compliance, supporting safe food accessibility for all.
3. Good Health and Well-Being
We deliver to the healthcare market, supporting affordable and essential medicine and vaccines for all.
6. Clean Water and Sanitation
Our facilities and processes release no hazardous chemicals into the environment.
7. Affordable and Clean Energy
Our facilities in Switzerland and Malaysia are partly powered by rooftop photovoltaic systems, each generating more than 700,000 kWh annually. This reduces CO2 emissions by over 400 tons per year – equivalent to planting more than 10,000 trees in the same period. Additionally, we have electric car and e-bike charging stations available for our employees and partners at our headquarters in Switzerland.
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
Our products are applied in smart buildings around the globe to reduce environmental impact.
12. Responsible Consumption and Production
Our products are circular by design. We aspire to keep materials in the loop as long as possible and minimize any leakage into the open environment. Our products are made to be reused, recycled, or composted. We offer a product portfolio to support recycling and biodegradable materials to enable decoupling from fossil fuels.
13. Climate Action
The prevention of climate change is deeply integrated into our strategy with various initiatives such as waste reduction.
14. Life Below Water
Our biodegradable materials meet certifications that guarantee they decompose in specific environments without producing persistent microplastics.
17. Partnerships for the Goals
We value multi-stakeholder partnerships that support the transition to a circular economy and maximize the use of sustainable materials.
Find out more on our partnership page.
We Care for Our People
Fostering a Tolerant, Safe, and Inclusive Work Environment
Our success as a company is built on our most valuable resource: our employees. Which is why we are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and healthy work environment. We prioritize the dignity and personal rights of every individual, ensuring a safe and supportive workplace.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion inspires us to foster an inclusive workplace and build diverse teams. We believe diversity is the foundation of a brighter future. That’s why we proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We strive to reimagine our work culture, promoting entrepreneurism, responsiveness, agility, and expertise. Our goal is to create a positive and productive environment where everyone can be their best selves, driving both personal fulfillment and organizational success.
Respecting Labor and Human Rights
Working for Sukano is a matter of choice. We condemn any form of forced labor, child labor, illicit employment and human trafficking. We are opposed to all forms of physical disciplining. We recognize the principles concerning the fundamental rights of work by the International Labor Organization (ILO) such as (a) freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining; (b) the elimination of all forms of forced or compulsory labor; (c) the effective abolition of child labor; and (d) the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
Empowering Our People: The UN Sustainable Development Goals
5. Gender Equality
The Sukano Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusive and diverse teams and leadership are at the heart of our organization.
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
Technology and innovation drives economic growth. We support the professional development of our employees and ensure safe and secure working conditions.
10. Reduced Inequalities
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we enforce an inclusive and diverse work environment.
16. Peace, Justice, and strong Institutions
During our hiring processes, career development, and performance evaluations, we adhere to principles that prevent discrimination based on gender, race, age, or any other inequalities. These principles ensure that the offers and opportunities we provide for our workforce are fair and inclusive.
We Prioritize Trust and Integrity
Success requires taking educated and measured risks, but it also requires following rules and complying with social expectations. As we strive to continue our journey and grow sustainably and profitably in the field of recyclable, compostable and specialty plastics, our values will play a key role in successfully achieving our goals.
Trust is essential and is the cornerstone of our business's success. We recognize that the trust placed in us by all stakeholders amplifies our responsibility to not only meet but surpass established regulations and fulfill the legitimate expectations of our customers and society.
To ensure our management, employees and suppliers adhere to our expectations within our organization and in interactions with external stakeholders, we have developed a Code of Conduct. This Code of Conduct contains the expectations we have as an employer, from the Members of the Board and the CEO to the leadership and all employees at any of our subsidiaries. It defines the standards for business behavior that apply throughout the Sukano Group.
Likewise, we actively work with our external suppliers to ensure their commitment and adherence to the principles laid down in the Code of Conduct for Suppliers.
Corporate Culture
Our employees contribute, through a clearly and genuinely positive attitude, to our standards and values and our corporate culture. This positively shapes the working environment and builds a solid foundation for a flourishing business.
Compliance with Statutory Regulations
Our employees undertake to follow all statutory regulations, meet ethical standards, promote team spirit and act with goodwill and in good faith towards the company, their fellow colleagues, and our external stakeholders.
Responsibility and Sense of Duty
We actively encourage our employees to help shape the structures and processes within our business. Their contributions are invaluable, and we always ask them to take a critical approach to procedures and decisions and to use the opportunities available to contribute with ideas and improvement proposals.
Business Practices
We operate in an ever-changing and increasingly complex business environment. As a global company we, therefore, have a duty to ensure that the ethical principles by which we operate are observed in our relations with business partners. This creates a strong foundation for sustainable and long-term cooperation. Additionally, we are committed to a fair competitive market.