Sustainability
Corporate Social Responsibility
Next Level sustainability
At Murrelektronik we are committed to fair and sustainable supply chains - not only because it is required by law but because it is a matter of course for us. We believe that responsible action is the basis for long-term success - for us as a company, for the region, and for you as our partners.
With clear principles, a strong set of values, and shared standards with our partners, we ensure that the environment and human rights are protected. We are committed to transparent cooperation, fair conditions, and the responsible use of natural resources - with the aim of promoting environmental and social sustainability throughout our entire supply chain.
This is how we build trust - in our products, in our processes and in the future we are shaping together.

A close connection to people
As a family-owned company Murrelektronik is committed to acting reliably and responsibly - not only towards our employees but also towards the region and the people around our branches and plants worldwide. Our social commitment is based on the following principles:
Murrelektronik thinks about tomorrow
Children and young people are our future. It is our most important concern to promote their health and education by supporting their schooling as well as sporting and cultural activities.
Murrelektronik is dynamic
Commitment, ambition and enthusiasm are guarantees of success. We support school projects, volunteer work, sporting and cultural events that promote these values.
Murrelektronik acts socially
We take our corporate responsibility towards society seriously and support social projects that help alleviate suffering and illness and give people back some of their joy for life.
Murrelektronik operates regionally and internationally
Our plants and branches are important employers and sponsors in their respective regions. We give preference to supporting projects and associations located close to our sites.
Murrelektronik is a reliable partner
Our focus is on long-term projects. Our goal is to provide clubs, business partners and projects with planning security through our support. In this way we promote sustainable development.
Shelter for Brazilian childrenCasa do Zezinho in São Paulo
We have been supporting Casa do Zezinho in São Paulo since it was founded in the 1990s. The home is a shelter for 1,500 Brazilian children from the poorest backgrounds. It provides education and supports the children in discovering and developing their skills and potential.

Regional handball clubHC Oppenweiler/Backnang
Since 1982 we have been the main sponsor of both the HC Oppenweiler/Backnang handball team and TV Oppenweiler 1911 e.V. The largest sports club in our home community plays an important role for the local community, including many of our employees.

Sustainability
Our duties of care
We fulfill our duty of care by working closely with our partners to gain insights into the supply chain and track the movement of goods. We can use our market position in automation technology to identify and resolve potential problems at an early stage.
Murrelektronik is committed to responsible and sustainable corporate governance. Our corporate governance is based in particular on the principles of ecological, social and ethical behavior set out in this Code of Conduct. We adhere to international agreements as well as national laws and regulations.
Our principles form the basis for cooperation with our business partners, in particular suppliers and service providers. In doing so, we take into account the different conditions under which our business partners have to operate. We recognize the particular challenges faced by smaller partners in particular. We support our business partners in continuously improving themselves, where necessary, in order to be able to comply with all our principles.
We consider the consequences of our business decisions and actions in economic, technological, social and environmental terms.
Murrelektronik sees its suppliers as partners on equal footing. Together we focus on entrepreneurial action that combines economic, technological, social and ecological responsibility. Our Supplier Code of Conduct defines binding minimum standards for sustainable and legally compliant behavior - as an expression of a shared understanding of values.
whistleblower system
EU Directive 2019/1937, known as the Whistleblowing Directive or Whistleblower Protection Act, enables you to report compliance violations securely.



