We Drive a Sustainable Future
Our Commitment to People and the Environment
Our commitment to people and the environment is structured using a holistic approach to sustainability, which incorporates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aspects.
Environment
We are focused on reducing our environmental impact by utilizing sustainable materials, reducing waste, and thoughtful usage of resources, contributing towards a sustainable future for the next generations.
Social
We encourage diversity in every respect, promoting an inclusive work environment for all. We care for the health and well-being of all our associates, fostering commitment from everyone to behave responsibly.
Governance
We are committed to our values and ethical business conduct. Integrity sits at the core of our business relationships with customers, business partners, stakeholders and each other.
Our broad ESG approach to sustainability addresses key issues such as the urgent need to protect the environment and natural resources, while also striving to create a physically and psychologically safe and inclusive workplace for our people. This includes promoting diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of respect and transparency, and providing opportunities for professional development and career growth.In addition, our ESG approach ensures that our corporate values and ethical business practices are the fundamental pillars of all our actions. This means that we prioritize transparency, accountability, and responsible decision-making in all aspects of our operations, both within the organization and with external business partners.By adopting this approach to sustainability, we are committed to not only reducing our impact on the environment but also creating long-term value for our stakeholders, including our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities in which we operate.
Our holistic approach to sustainability guides our actions and decision-making. It will ensure we are doing our part in driving a sustainable future, contributing to a better tomorrow for future generations. By doing so, we aim to deliver positive results that will make a difference.
Frank Mueller, CEO
Focus Areas Environmental Responsibility and Diversity & Inclusion
From our holistic ESG approach to sustainability, we want to highlight two focus topics that are particularly important to us: Environmental Responsibility and Diversity & Inclusion.Through our focus on Environmental Responsibility and Diversity & Inclusion, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on our people, our planet, and our communities.
Developing Our Sustainability Strategy
Our Vibracoustic ESG Council includes top management representatives and acts as a cross-functional forum for sustainability. The council consists of representatives from business functions, such as human resources, finance, compliance, health, safety, and environment (HSE), sales, supply chain management and operations. They strategize and direct sustainability initiatives for their departments and communicate these important topics within their teams. The council regularly meets to drive measures and review progress. With support from all our locations, the ESG Council evaluates outcomes and initiates new steps to ensure continued progress.
Vibracoustic supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as our call to action for sustainable improvements. Our sustainability strategy features measurable key performance indicators and concrete goals that are cascaded through our organization and monitored both globally and locally. Additionally, we share best practices across our sites.
We All Drive Sustainability
We encourage all our people to take part in our sustainability actions and to help inform and enrich our strategy. Our local team members take accountability to shape and deliver change at their own Vibracoustic locations. We appreciate their ambition to implement improvements –large or small – across all areas of our operations. Even the smallest improvements can add up to a great result in the end.
Safety Improvement in Bursa, Türkiye
Our plant in Bursa, Türkiye, implemented technical safety improvements on the phosphate coating line, which includes moving machinery. A sensor was added to read cards carried by our employees, forcing the moving machines to stop at a safe distance. This increases the overall safety for our machine operators and contributes to creating a safer working environment for all.
Taking Action to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle in Querétaro, Mexico
Our Querétaro, Mexico, team has developed a creative solution to upcycle pallets. Instead of discarding these materials, employees can submit applications to receive the repurposed wood for their personal home projects. This initiative transforms potential waste into valuable resources, promoting sustainability and creative reuse.
Emission Reduction in Wuxi, China
Our team in Wuxi, China achieved a 13% reduction in scope 1 & 2 CO₂ emissions from 2023 to 2024 by focusing on updating compressed air networks, dryers, motors, generators, ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems. This included the implementation of a digital energy control system for transparent and automatic tracking of energy consumption.
We Care for our Communities
Vibracoustic is focused on supporting the communities that we live and work in by teaming up with non-profit organizations. Whether it is planting trees or creating a safe learning environment, our people are taking steps to give back to their local schools, parks, and nature preserves.
Our people in Taubaté, Brazil have helped to clean up a local youth center where students can engage with a wide range of enrichment activities.
Our people in Rayong, Thailand helped to construct a water tower bringing clean water to a nearby school.
Our people in Morganfield, Kentucky, US upgraded a school playground with inclusive equipment and added an outdoor classroom to promote equal opportunities for all.
Our people in Gemlik, Türkiye, renovated a truck and equipped it as a mobile classroom to provide education to children at rural areas – especially those who have been affected by the earthquake.
Our people in Querétaro, Mexico, have volunteered to plant saplings and clean up a local nature preserve outside the city.
