25.09.2014
Wacker Neuson SE DE000WACK012
Wacker Neuson Group: Shaping sustainable growth (news with additional features)
(DGAP-Media / 25.09.2014 / 09:25)
Shaping sustainable growth
Wacker Neuson takes part in VDMA's "Corporate Social Responsibility Week"
In Germany's mechanical engineering sector, the week from September 15
through 21, 2014 was all about sustainability. The German Engineering
Federation (VDMA) dedicated this week to corporate social responsibility
(CSR) as part of a drive to promote responsible business practices across
the industry. Many companies throughout Germany took part in the
initiative, including Wacker Neuson. The Group used the CSR week as an
incentive to expand its CSR activities across the organization.
In 2013, Wacker Neuson became one of the first companies to sign up to the
VDMA's Blue Competence initiative, which focuses on sustainability in
industry. In addition to highlighting topics such as energy use and
resource conservation, Blue Competence also centers on compliance and
corporate philosophy as well as supplier selection and management
processes.
Sustainability plays a key role in almost every area of the Wacker Neuson
Group. Cem Peksaglam, CEO of Wacker Neuson SE is certainly happy with the
results of CSR week. "Many people think that sustainability is just about
reducing energy consumption. This week has given us the perfect opportunity
to show that there is actually a lot more to this topic and that
sustainability affects all areas in the company. As part of our commitment
to CSR, we continually improve our processes throughout the Group, from
procurement through production and administration to sales and service."
The Group's procurement team, for example, reviews and evaluates how its
suppliers work, investigating work conditions on site and the environmental
impact of suppliers' production processes. The Group has been, and still
is, implementing energy and environmental management systems in its own
production workflows that will help cut energy consumption and optimize
workflows.
New products with the ECO seal of approval
Wacker Neuson launched its ECO seal of approval last year to recognize
products that are exceptionally environmentally friendly and cost
efficient. Thus far, it has awarded the seal to existing products and
machines equipped with new drive concepts. These include the eHoftrac(R)
loader, which is distributed under the Group's Weidemann brand, and the
WL20e, a new electric wheel loader from Wacker Neuson that is driven by
powerful batteries. The 803 dual power mini excavator is a smart innovation
developed specifically to meet the challenges faced by operators on site.
It comes with a diesel engine and an external hydroelectric motor, which
can be used as an alternative power source, enabling the 803 to be operated
with zero-emissions, for example when working indoors. During CSR week,
Wacker Neuson showcased the WL20e wheel loader and the 803 dual power
excavator at GaLaBau in Nuremberg, Europe's leading gardening and
landscaping trade show. Wacker Neuson also presented a world first during
CSR week with its two battery-powered rammer models, AS 30 and AS 50. The
new machines produce zero emissions and very low noise levels. They can
also be used without cables, making them ideal for work in deep trenches
and enclosed spaces. Wacker Neuson CTO, Martin Lehner, outlines the Group's
commitment to responsible development and innovation: "Regulations
governing emissions and noise levels are already very stringent. We go one
step further, however, and offer solutions that can eliminate emissions
entirely, setting new standards in operator and environmental protection
and enabling companies to benefit from significant reductions in energy and
operating costs." A jury from bi-GaLaBau, the industry magazine for the
gardening and landscaping industry, recognized this commitment last week,
presenting Wacker Neuson with the Green Award gold medal for its
battery-powered AS 50 rammer.
Learning about ECO
Developing the right technology is just one side of the equation, however.
Correct operation is equally important. Wacker Neuson has therefore made
cost effectiveness and environmental impact an integral part of the regular
product training courses that it offers to its own sales and service teams
as well as to dealers and their sales staff at the Wacker Neuson Academy.
This year, the Academy launched special ECO modules specifically designed
to communicate the benefits of ECO light and compact equipment. The Group
also carried out surveys on the subject of sustainability to ensure that it
continues to provide stakeholders with the information they need.
Social engagement
Wacker Neuson also availed of VDMA's CSR week to help people in need. At
the Group headquarters in Munich, the German Bone Marrow Donor Center
(DKMS) informed employees about the risks of blood cancer and carried out
tissue typing. Many employees decided to support the organization by
registering as potential donors. The Group also sponsors and supports the
charity SOS-Kinderdorf e.V., which is involved in projects in Germany and
Mexico. Other social engagement projects include support for workshops
employing disabled people in the US and a healthcare and education project
for women and children in Pakistan.
Sustainability reporting
The Group is currently introducing a sustainability management system that
will enable it to objectively benchmark its sustainability performance
moving forward. Reflecting its commitment to clearly and quantifiably
presenting its social responsibility activities, the Wacker Neuson Group
will be publishing its first sustainability report in 2015. The report will
provide stakeholders with information on the latest sustainability
developments across the Group.
"Throughout the course of our history, we have remained true to our
heritage as engineers, craftsmen and entrepreneurs. We see ourselves as
agents of change and progress, inspired by the knowledge that there is
always room for improvement with the right mindset and motivation. This
also applies to sustainability," concludes Cem Peksaglam.
The Wacker Neuson Group remains on a strong growth path in 2014. In the
last five years alone, it has invested over EUR 400 million in future
growth and significantly expanded its production capacities. The Group is
systematically branching out into new markets to raise global brand
awareness and strengthen its position as an industry leader.
Your contact partner:
Wacker Neuson SE
Katrin Yvonne Neuffer
Head of Corporate Communication/
Investor Relations
Preussenstrasse 41
80809 Munich, Germany
Phone +49-(0)89-35402-173
[email protected]
www.wackerneuson.com
About Wacker Neuson: The Wacker Neuson Group is a leading manufacturer of
light and compact equipment with over 40 affiliates, 140 sales and service
stations and more than 12,000 sales and service partners across the globe.
The Group can trace its roots back to 1848. Wacker Neuson is the partner of
choice among professional users in construction, gardening, landscaping and
agriculture, as well as among municipal bodies and companies in industries
such as recycling and energy. It also offers a global spare parts service.
The Wacker Neuson Group includes the product brands Wacker Neuson, Kramer
and Weidemann. In 2013, the Group achieved revenue of EUR 1.16 billion and
employs over 4,200 people worldwide.
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Company: Wacker Neuson SE
Preußenstr. 41
80809 München
Germany
Phone: +49 - (0)89 - 354 02 - 0
Fax: +49 - (0)89 - 354 02 - 390
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.wackerneuson.com
ISIN: DE000WACK012
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