Siegwerk Launches Sustainable Procurement Program “SustainUP” with Global Kick-off Webinar
By: Siegwerk
Siegburg, Germany, July 2, 2025 – Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has officially launched its Sustainable Procurement Program “SustainUP” with a global virtual kick-off event. The webinar brought together suppliers, sustainability experts, and company leadership to mark the beginning of a new chapter in responsible sourcing. This initiative reflects Siegwerk’s belief that the journey to a more sustainable future begins long before production – at the very first link in the supply chain.
In his opening remarks, CEO Nicolas Wiedmann emphasized the company’s ambition to drive real, measurable change. “We are not just about compliance. We want a real change that will make an impact. But we cannot do this alone. We need our suppliers to walk this path with us.”
Group CPO Arash Babai reinforced this message by stating,” Sustainability is becoming a core principle in our procurement practices—on equal footing with our priorities of quality, supply security and cost efficiency.”
Siegwerk’s Sustainable Procurement Program is designed to:
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero by 2050
- Develop suppliers to reduce environmental and human rights risks
- Promote transparency, dialogue, and continuous improvement through tailored engagement and collaboration
The program also includes supplier training, maturity assessments, and collaborative tools to support progress. As such it brings the established Human Rights Policy & Guiding Principles and Business Partner Code of Conduct into action. It is a key pillar of Siegwerk’s broader HorizonNOW sustainability strategy, which integrates climate action, human rights, and circular innovation across the business.
The event concluded with a strong call to action: “Together, we can build a supply chain that is not only efficient and resilient, but also ethical and future-proof: Let’s turn commitment into action!”, said Cathleen Hansohm, Global Supplier Sustainability Manager.
For more information about Siegwerk’s sustainability initiatives, visit www.siegwerk.com.
About Siegwerk
Siegwerk is one of the leading global manufacturers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels. Based on 200 years of expertise, we provide customized solutions for all types of packaging needs – from functional and eye-catching to safe and sustainable. As a seventh-generation family business, we have long been aware of our responsibility for future generations. Under the motto “rethINK packaging”, we are therefore actively driving the transformation to a circular economy by developing eco-friendly solutions that enable packaging circularity. Here, 30+ country organizations and ~5,000 employees worldwide ensure consistent high-quality products and customized support around the world. Learn more at www.siegwerk.com