Sustainability - our responsibility for the future
As a global company, we are aware of our responsibility to the environment. That is why we are setting ambitious targets to make our contribution to minimizing the effects of climate change and to preserve a healthy, clean environment for future generations. Our annual sustainability report provides a transparent insight into our actions.
Responsibility as Our Driving Force
Our sustainability approach is based on three interlinked dimensions: Enable, Create and Care.
We use resources responsibly, design efficient processes and develop solutions that create sustainable added value for our customers. At the same time, we take responsibility for our employees, our partners, as well as for society and the environment. This creates a dynamic interplay of Enable, Create and Care, through which we drive progress and help secure a liveable future.
Enable
Responsibility Along the Value Chain
Enable describes our ambition to embed sustainability directly into the value creation process. Because real impact does not begin with the product itself, but with the decisions made beforehand – regarding materials, processes and partnerships.
We rely on responsible and transparent sourcing, work closely with suppliers and thereby reduce emissions across the entire supply chain. Through digital, efficient processes, we create clarity, speed and measurable progress.
As a foundation-owned company, we view our value creation as a system of shared responsibility. In this way, we lay the foundations – the “enablement” – for technologies that are not only high-performing, but also sustainable.
Create
Innovation with Impact
We combine technology and responsibility to develop solutions that enable real progress. With intelligent fluid management systems, we increase efficiency, reduce emissions and enhance the performance of our customers’ applications – today and for the long term.
Our products stand for engineering excellence, precision and curiosity. They reflect our ambition to drive innovation that creates measurable, sustainable added value. We take a holistic approach: from the initial idea and manufacturing process through to application within the final system.
For innovation to emerge, space for development is essential – for people, ideas and technological progress. That is why we foster a culture in which creativity, responsibility and excellence work together. This is how solutions are created that not only transform technology, but also help shape the future.
Care
Living Responsibility
For us, sustainability begins with how we treat one another. We take responsibility for our employees, our partners and the regions in which we operate. Trust, fairness and mutual respect shape our collaboration – worldwide and every day.
For us, “Care” means bringing values such as quality, continuity and responsibility to life. We promote health, safety and personal development and create a working environment that offers space for ideas and growth.
We are also committed far beyond our corporate boundaries: through local initiatives, social engagement and projects that place people at the centre. This creates a shared understanding of work and values that connects people and makes VOSS a reliable partner for employees, customers and society.
Sustainability is not a state, but a journey. With clear goals, we take step by step what drives us: taking responsibility for people, products and the environment. Our goals provide orientation and make our progress measurable.
Our commitment to greater sustainability is not just a goal, but an integral part of our DNA, shaping our products, processes, and partnerships.
We are proud to be the global, profitably growing champion for smart fluid management systems. With passion, we strive to be attractive and reliable for our customers, employees, and partners—always in harmony with our responsibility toward the environment and society.
Certified Commitment
VOSS focuses globally on sustainability and safety. Our external certifications demonstrate our systematic approach to improving performance in the areas of energy, environment, occupational safety, and health
ISO 14001: Environmental Management Systems
VOSS places great importance on environmental protection and currently operates ISO 14001-certified environmental management systems at the following locations and operating sites worldwide:
- VOSS Automotive USA
- VOSS Automotive Brazil
- VOSS Automotive Bulgaria
- VOSS Automotive China
- VOSS Automotive in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Fluid in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Immobilien + Service in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Automotive India
- VOSS Exotech Automotive India
- VOSS Automotive Mexico
- VOSS Fluid Poland
- VOSS Fluid Spain
- VOSS Automotive Poland
- VOSS Automotive Valves and Actuators in Gründau, Germany
ISO 50001: Energy Management Systems
We are committed to sustainable energy management and operate ISO 50001-certified energy management systems at several sites in Germany:
- VOSS Automotive in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Fluid in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Real Estate & Services in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Automotive Valves and Actuators in Gründau, Germany
ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
We currently operate ISO 45001-certified occupational health and safety management systems at the following sites:
- VOSS Automotive Bulgaria
- VOSS Automotive China
- VOSS Automotive India
- VOSS Automotive Poland
- VOSS Fluid Poland
- VOSS Automotive Valves and Actuators in Gründau, Germany
IATF 16949: Quality and Continuity in the Supply Chain
Certification in accordance with IATF 16949 at our sites is an important step for VOSS, as it demonstrates compliance with internationally recognized quality standards and strengthens our customers’ trust in our products. We operate IATF 16949-certified quality management systems at the following sites:
- VOSS Automotive Brazil
- VOSS Automotive Bulgaria
- VOSS Automotive China
- VOSS Automotive in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Automotive Mexico
- VOSS Automotive Poland
- VOSS Automotive Valves and Actuators in Gründau, Germany
ISO 9001: Highest Standards in Quality Management
Quality is our top priority at VOSS: With ISO 9001 certification, we embed the highest international standards throughout our organization. We have implemented a quality management system in accordance with ISO 9001 at the following sites:
- VOSS Fluid in Wipperfürth, Germany
- VOSS Fluid France
- VOSS Fluid Italy
- VOSS Fluid Spain
- VOSS Fluid Poland
- VOSS Automotive USA
- VOSS Automotive Valves and Actuators in Gründau, Germany
Responsible Corporate Governance
As a foundation-owned company, we take responsibility for our employees, the environment, and society. Sustainable business practices and the belief in a strong community are the cornerstones of our actions.
Our corporate identity is grounded in the values of “Passion for Technology,” “Commitment to Customers,” “Connection with People,” and “Responsibility for Society and the Environment.” These values guide our behavior both internally and in our interactions with external partners and the public.
Our VOSS Compliance Policy reflects this shared understanding of values and ensures that all internal company rules are followed. The Code of Ethics provides all VOSS employees with a clear guide for value-driven and legally compliant behavior. Because responsible conduct is equally important in our relationships with suppliers, we have defined our expectations in a Supplier Code of Conduct.
VOSS Compliance Documents
The following documents describe our principles and rules.