Group Management Report

For us, sustainability means taking responsibility for society and the environment. We believe our business activities are consistent with social and ecological interests.

Compliance – a sense of responsibility for our Company and society
The need for responsible actions and adherence to ethical principles is clearly stipulated in our Code of Conduct. The Code is complemented by an extensive compliance system, ensuring that is it communicated and applied. The Executive Board is given regular information on developments in this respect through quarterly and annual reports and is informed immediately in serious cases.

Occupational safety – high standards in Germany and internationally
The highest priority is attached to ensuring the safety of our employees in the execution of their duties. In line with our organizational structure, our German and international operational units are responsible for implementing the applicable safety standards. This demands a great deal of discipline on the part of managers and employees alike in the observance of safety rules. All company personnel are called upon to participate actively in training programs, to apply the acquired knowledge in practice and to ensure that their colleagues work safely as well. The reporting systems in different countries are harmonized at the Group level in order that we may be in an even better position to identify any action that may be required and to take relevant preventive measures.

Protection of the environment – specific measures for temporary sites
In our industry, effective environmental protection takes place in a fundamentally different framework to that of stationary industry. The numerous temporary sites we operate each necessitate specific actions, which are given a great deal of attention in the work planning and preparation stages. In order to keep noise, vibrations, dust and exhaust fumes to an absolute minimum,we give due consideration to the selection of environmentally compatible construction processes and equipment in all project phases. We consistently separate all waste materials, which enables us to achieve high recycling rates and to reduce costs. We deal conscientiously with harmful substances in order to protect soil and water from contamination: Our standard environmental protection measures include double-walled tanks, safe tanking procedures for the fuel supply for our machinery, as well as sludge traps and separators for light liquids at our storage sites.