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Suzuki Garphyttan’s sustainability report is part of the annual report and is made in accordance with the legal requirements of the Annual Accounts Act’s sixth chapter. The sustainability report covers all our production sites and operations.
We're off to a flying start! The fair in Düsseldorf has begun. At the Wire exhibition in Düsseldorf, Suzuki Garphyttan will showcase our comprehensive range of spring wire, designed for a wide range of industries and needs. We master various manufacturing techniques and surface treatments in the industry and have strengthened our expertise for over 100 years. We take pride in offering spring wire for every requirement.
We are proud to announce our participation in Sweden's largest event for promoting diversity in technology and engineering, Introduce a Girl to Engineering day (IGEday). This year's event, taking place on March 22, 2024, marks a historic achievement with over 80 registered companies and more than 2,200 potential participants. It is with joy and commitment that we participate in this decades-long initiative to inspire and include young girls and non-binary individuals between 13-19 years in the world of technology.
We're happy to share that Suzuki Garphyttan will be an exhibitor at the Elmia Subcontractor Trade Fair, taking place in Jönköping, Sweden from November 14-16. We've attended this event as visitors for many years and are excited to take on a more active role this time.
Our recent investment in a Sustainability Management System is an important step toward tracking and managing our sustainability practices. A dedicated system is essential for carrying out a structured and transparent approach towards achieving our goals. This initiative is in alignment with established European and Global standards and directives.
We're pleased to share that our facility in Garphyttan has been granted the ISO 45001:2018 certification as of September 18, 2023.
After negotiations with the labor unions on September 14, Suzuki Garphyttan has officially notified 68 employees of upcoming layoffs due to a shortage of work. This decision arises from a weakened European market and decreased production volumes. The decision will affect industrial workers at the facility in Garphyttan, Sweden.
Suzuki Garphyttan annually donates to charitable causes, recently supporting "Pencils for Kids" in their mission to educate underserved children globally. CEO Ad Raatgeep personally assisted in delivering backpacks in Bali, highlighting the profound impact of providing essential school supplies to children in need.
DUX manufactures premium beds with a high degree of comfort and a long life. The secret is their unique DUX spring, and the fact that each bed contains as many of them as can possibly fit. What many people don’t know is that all DUX springs are manufactured of wire from Suzuki Garphyttan.
At Suzuki Garphyttan, we're excited to announce a significant step in our sustainability journey with the appointment of Edwin Grönkvist to our Communication & Sustainability department.