Management Philosophy

We will endeavor to enhance the corporate value of the company and make a broad contribution to society by manufacturing products that enable people to live fuller and more comfortable lives, with all employees striving to meet the confidence of customers through sound and fair corporate activities.

(Revised on June 1, 2006)

Guiding Principles

Values dating back to founder Carl Johann Freudenberg are the foundation of what we do at Freudenberg. The principles and behaviours that he postulated and practiced, including honesty, modesty, loyalty, decency and trust, have shaped the company’s culture down to the present.
The Freudenberg Guiding Principles relating to value for customers, leadership, responsibility, innovation, people and a long-term orientation set standards for the daily activities of all Freudenberg employees worldwide. They are the guidelines for sound business interactions and at the same time, they have a unifying effect throughout the entire Freudenberg Group while building its identity.

Value to Customers

We are dedicated to anticipating, understanding, and meeting our customers’ needs and expectations. As a conscientious supplier with an eye for detail, we provide essential support for our customers’ success. Through our commitment to quality, service, reliability, and global reach, we deliver exceptional value.

Leadership

Entrepreneurship is our tradition and the key to our success. We uphold this tradition by promoting delegation, respecting freedom of action, and clarifying individual accountability. We believe in an inclusive and respectful leadership style. This is based on setting an example as a person, humility, trust in others, and fostering team spirit. We want to develop future leaders within the Freudenberg Group.

Responsibility

We strive to uphold the highest standards of conduct in our actions. Fairness and integrity guide our behavior both internally and in the communities where we operate. These values define how we act toward our customers, suppliers, and other business partners. We are committed to sustainability and responsible conduct in every country and region where we do business. We also dedicate ourselves to workplace and product safety.

Innovation

Through groundbreaking technological innovations in our processes, products, materials, and services, we provide solutions to our customers’ challenges. A commitment to continuous innovation and change is our tradition and essential to our long-term success. We are leaders in continuous improvement and operational excellence. Our corporate culture encourages every employee to be creative and innovative.

People

As a family-owned company, we are committed to the well-being and personal growth of our employees. We reject all forms of discrimination and harassment, fostering mutual understanding and respect. We cultivate a multicultural environment where employees collaborate in global teams, enriching our corporate culture and contributing to the company’s overall success. We believe in the value of building lasting relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners.

Long-term orientation

Since our founding in Freudenberg in 1849, we have consistently adapted to changing circumstances, achieving success as a diversified company. As a family-owned enterprise, we offer stability. We firmly believe that our long-term orientation in business is a major strength that benefits shareholders, customers, employees, and partners. Moving forward, we will continue to determine the direction and pace of our strategic development based on sound financial management, prudent risk management, innovation, sustainability, long-term partnerships, and profitability.

Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct of Freudenberg is based on Guiding Principles and Business Principles. It is binding for all associates and is intended to enable them to handle ethical and legal questions in an ppropriate manner.

Code of Conduct