Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, is pleased to present its Sustainability Report 2023, showcasing the company’s dedication to transforming Siegwerk to a truly sustainable business.
In the 2023 Sustainability Report, Siegwerk provides a comprehensive overview of its sustainable business strategy “HorizonNOW”, including details on its 2025 sustainability targets and progress for the years 2020 to 2022. Through quantitative metrics, Siegwerk transparently presents its achievements, challenges, and initiatives across all focus areas, including qualitative milestones for 2023. “Siegwerk’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond mere compliance; we are weaving it into the fabric of our corporate ethos”, says Siegwerk’s Head of Global Sustainability and Circular Economy, Alina Marm.
Key Highlights from the Report:
Innovating for safe and circular inks & coatings: Siegwerk provides insights on its product innovations and processes that enable converters and brand owners to achieve their functional, safety & sustainability targets. In 2022, Siegwerk was a three time winner of the Sustainability Awards by Packaging Europe for the product series UniNATURE and de-inking plastics solutions.
Comprehensive Climate Action: With the ambitious target of being net-zero by 2050 (target validated by the Science Based Target Initiative), Siegwerk showcases what is being done today to achieve this goal. Between 2020 and 2022, Siegwerk achieved a nine percent decrease in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from baseline year 2020.
Global Alignment: Insights on how Siegwerk aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaboration is at the heart of Siegwerk’s sustainability efforts. Siegwerk actively seeks feedback from its stakeholders, including customers, partners, and the public. Explore current collaborations, like Siegwerk’s global social development program with SOS Children’s Villages, and find out how to get in touch.
CEO commitment: Hear from Siegwerk’s CEO on his vision and commitment for Siegwerk’s sustainable future.
This report reflects Siegwerk’s leading position to drive innovation in safe, circular, and digital packaging solutions. By working closely with its customers, brand owners, and other vital partners, Siegwerk aims to shape the future of sustainable packaging.
Siegwerk invites everyone to join in on this journey. Let’s create a more sustainable world—one that benefits current and future generations alike.
Read the full report here.
About Siegwerk
Siegwerk is one of the leading global manufacturers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels. Based on 200 years of expertise, we provide customized solutions for all types of packaging needs - from functional and eye-catching to safe and sustainable. As a seventh-generation family business, we have long been aware of our responsibility for future generations. Under the motto “rethINK packaging”, we are therefore actively driving the transformation to a circular economy by developing eco-friendly solutions that enable packaging circularity. Here, 30+ country organizations and ~5,000 employees worldwide ensure consistent high-quality products and customized support around the world. Learn more at www.siegwerk.com
