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GUIDING PRINCIPLES
VALUE FOR CUSTOMERS INNOVATION
LEADERSHIP
PEOPLE
RESPONSIBILITY LONG-TERM ORIENTATION
VALUE FOR CUSTOMERS
We are committed to anticipating, understanding and meeting our customers’ needs and expectations. As a diligent supplier with a passion for detail, we provide indispensable support to make our customers successful. We deliver superior value through our commitment to quality, service and reliability, supported by our global presence.
LEADERSHIP
Entrepreneurship is our heritage and the foundation of our success. We continue this tradition through delegated responsibilities, freedom of action and personal accountability. We believe in solid leadership based on personal example, modesty, putting trust in people and promoting team spirit. We are committed to developing our future leaders within the Freudenberg Group in order to safeguard this style.
RESPONSIBILITY
Our company and its family shareholders together are committed to protecting the environment and being responsible corporate citizens in all countries and communities in which we do business. We take all possible care to ensure the safety of the workplace and of our products. As a family company, we strive for the highest standards of personal behavior. Fairness and integrity guide our conduct amongst ourselves, toward our business partners and toward the general public.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES FREUDENBERG GROUP
INNOVATION
As a multinational company of German origin competing in global markets, our established tradition of innovation and renewal benefits our customers. Constant innovation in everything we do is essential for our long-term financial success. We are leaders in continuous improvement, and our culture encourages and rewards creativity and initiative from all our employees.
PEOPLE
As a family company, we are devoted to our employees’ well-being and personal development. We reject all forms of discrimination and harassment and show understanding and respect in our dealings with each other. We promote a multicultural environment where employees work together in worldwide teams to enrich our culture and capability. We believe in the value of enduring relationships with customers, suppliers and industrial partners.
LONG-TERM ORIENTATION
After more than 170 years, the Freudenberg Group is and will remain a wholly owned family enterprise. We strongly believe that our long-term business orientation is a major strength that benefits our customers and partners. While we are not averse to reasonable risks, financial prudence and solidity will continue to determine the scope and speed of our strategic development. Freudenberg has a long and successful tradition of worldwide cooperation, alliances and partnerships that enable us to better serve our customers and strengthen our competitive position.