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Sustainability
Thinking ahead responsibly
We understand sustainability not only as a contribution to environmental protection, but as a comprehensive responsibility. Responsibility towards people, in the use of resources, and with regard to a livable future. Precisely because economic and social requirements are constantly changing, we are guided by clear principles: acting consciously, respecting resources, and continuously developing ourselves further.
For us, it is not only the result of our work that counts, but also how it is achieved. That is why we regularly review our processes: Where can we become more efficient, reduce emissions, and at the same time create fair conditions? We work consistently on these issues - with commitment, long-term thinking, and the aim of firmly anchoring sustainability in our corporate activities.
On this page, we provide insights into how we understand sustainability and what steps we are taking to implement our goals step by step.
Living sustainability in the company
For us, sustainable action begins in our own company. It is an essential part of our corporate culture and shapes our daily decisions. Our aim is to protect people's health, minimize environmental impact, and promote safe working conditions. This philosophy is reflected not only in our products, but also in our collaboration and internal processes.NITRAS combines quality with responsibility. Our values should be evident in all areas - from product development to communication. That is why we regularly review our products and processes and develop them further to take greater account of environmental and social aspects.
We are convinced that sustainability, quality, and responsible action go hand in hand. It is precisely this understanding that determines our daily activities and our further development.
In 2015, the international community adopted a joint plan for the future in the form of Agenda 2030. It defines 17 goals to be achieved by 2030, which serve as guidelines for sustainable development worldwide. This initiative was launched by the member states of the United Nations. The goals help to systematically classify important issues, make progress measurable, and further develop long-term strategies.
NITRAS also aligns its sustainability strategy with these global goals. We expressly support their approach and are already incorporating them into many of our measures and considerations in order to gradually expand our contribution to sustainable development.
Code of Conduct
Respectful cooperation forms the basis of all our business relationships at NITRAS. Our Code of Conduct sets out clear guidelines that promote trust, honesty, team spirit, and mutual appreciation - both internally and in our dealings with partners. The Code of Conduct is an integral part of every supplier agreement and defines clear expectations in the areas of human rights, fair working conditions, environmental protection, integrity, and corruption prevention.The Code is supplemented by binding standards, including the ILO core labor standards and the REACH Regulation. We also adhere to the amfori BSCI Code of Conduct, which reflects international due diligence standards and underscores our commitment to responsible action along global supply chains.
Our codes are regularly reviewed and further developed to meet growing regulatory and social requirements. In this way, we create transparency, orientation, and reliability in our daily cooperation with partners around the world.
Our key sustainability issues
Sustainability at NITRAS is guided by the aspects that are particularly relevant to the environment, society, and our partners. This is based on our updated materiality analysis, which identifies the environmental and social issues that are of high importance along our supply chain. We take into account both the direct impact of our actions and external factors such as legal requirements and market trends.The focus is on topics such as the circular economy, climate protection, product safety, fair working conditions, and responsible corporate governance. This prioritization enables us to target our measures where they will have the greatest positive effect. At the same time, we keep an eye on other relevant issues and continuously develop our sustainability strategy - in a data-driven, structured manner and in line with European standards.
Sustainability Task Force
In order to systematically and effectively embed sustainability in our company, we established the Sustainability Task Force in 2021. The interdisciplinary team combines expertise from areas such as marketing, product management, quality management, and sales - with the aim of coordinating projects, further developing measures, and consistently implementing our sustainability goals.The focus is on establishing sustainability as a cross-departmental issue: practical, forward-looking, and integrated into daily work processes. This enables us to identify relevant developments at an early stage, derive targeted measures, and implement continuous improvements in everyday business. One example of this is our environmental guide, which was developed in 2023 in collaboration with the task force. It supports employees in using resources efficiently, designing processes more consciously, and actively living sustainability.
For us, sustainability begins within the company – through cooperation, responsibility, and the courage to break new ground.
Our sustainability report provides comprehensive information about our measures, goals, and the progress we have made so far.
Think sustainably, act together, secure the future
For us, sustainability is not a short-term trend, but a central component of our corporate strategy. It permeates all areas of our activities - from product development and production to corporate management. Initiatives such as ISO 14001 certification, ISO 13485 certification for medical devices, and our long-standing membership in amfori BSCI show that we not only talk about responsibility, but also actively implement it and translate it into concrete processes.For us, it's not just about standards and norms, but about the continuous development of our working methods. We regularly review our procedures, optimize processes, and integrate sustainability aspects into all decisions in order to combine ecological, social, and economic responsibility.
Our current sustainability report provides a snapshot of our progress and measures. However, it is crucial that we build on these findings, further develop areas of action, and implement improvements step by step. In this way, we ensure that sustainability remains firmly anchored in our corporate culture - in a structured, binding manner and with genuine conviction.
We are committed to sustainability today - and invite you to join us on this journey.
