Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Living Sustainably

At Hohenstein, sustainability is more than a goal—it’s how we operate. As a family-owned company since 1946, we’re built on a foundation of trust, integrity and long-term responsibility. Our values guide not only our services, but the way we do business every day.

We take a holistic approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices:

Environmental – We prioritize sustainable operations and help customers reduce impact across the value chain
Social – Our culture fosters knowledge sharing and close partnerships with customers and communities
Governance – We maintain transparency, ethical standards and independence through responsible leadership and compliance systems

With steady, sustainable growth and a global team committed to continuous improvement, Hohenstein remains future-focused—leading by example in ESG performance.

Sustainability at Hohenstein

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Sustainability Report

Our sustainability reports outline our strategy, goals and actions for integrating environmental and social responsibility into our business operations. We share key performance indicators, completed initiatives and planned steps to continuously improve our impact.

These reports also highlight our broad range of sustainability services across the value chain—offering customized solutions for companies working to meet ESG goals and drive meaningful progress.

Strategy

Sustainability Strategy & Objectives

Sustainability is the core of who we are. At Hohenstein, taking responsibility and developing solutions that benefit people and the planet has guided our work for decades.

Our ongoing risk and materiality assessments help us identify key focus areas—especially around environmental sustainability—so we can address risks proactively and drive meaningful impact across our operations and services.

Our Vision

We think in generations—not quarters and build for the long term. We believe that protecting the planet and using resources responsibly is essential for a livable future.

Through our expertise, we help set industry standards and support our customers in advancing their environmental, social and economic sustainability goals—because long-term success depends on responsible action today.

Corporate Governance

Effective governance at Hohenstein is rooted in a shared vision and collaborative decision-making across departments. Regular management meetings bring together diverse teams—from finance and HR to technical services—to ensure alignment on strategic goals and sustainable business practices.

A respectful, purpose-driven culture supports high performance. Autonomy, expertise and relevance are the pillars of our work environment, with managers actively involved and employees valued for their contributions.

Ethics & Compliance

Integrity is a non-negotiable standard. Our global Code of Conduct and compliance program outlines clear, enforceable standards for social responsibility, legality, integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, fairness, independence, anti-corruption and quality. We are committed to upholding these principles in everything we do.

To ensure accountability, we offer a secure and anonymous whistleblower system—the Hohenstein Compliance Line. This allows employees and external stakeholders to report potential violations, while protecting their identity and ensuring fair follow-up. Our Compliance Officer oversees investigations and any corrective actions.

Sustainability is Teamwork

Sustainability, climate action and environmental responsibility are embedded into all core processes, across every level of the organization. A dedicated ESG team reports directly to senior leadership for regular and efficient communication.

Social Responsibility

Employee Well-being

Our approach to social sustainability is rooted in being a fair and supportive employer. We invest in our employees through ongoing training, professional development and open communication to foster a positive, inclusive workplace.

Flexible work options—including part-time roles and hybrid schedules—help employees balance work and personal life. According to our biennial employee survey, 85% report being satisfied or very satisfied with Hohenstein as an employer. We’ve already implemented many of the improvements suggested by our team—and continue to build on this momentum to maintain a strong, people-centered culture.

Environment

Environmental and Climate Responsibility

Protecting the planet for future generations is both a responsibility and a priority—for our own operations and in the interest of our customers. We are actively committed to reducing our environmental impact and contributing to global climate goals.

Our target: Reduce CO₂ emissions across Scope 1, 2 and 3 of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol by 50% by 2030 (baseline year: 2023), with continued reductions over the long term.

These principles guide our actions:

Sustainability for Our Customers

As a global sustainability partner, Hohenstein is committed to improving our own practices while helping others do the same. We lead by example, with a focus on transparency and continuous progress across the value chain.

Our worldwide network ensures consistent test quality, local-language support and regional expertise for audits and trainings.

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