Sustainability

We are dedicated to growing our capabilities while strengthening our commitment to sustainability. By working closely with our customers, we deliver reliable wire products and innovative, sustainable solutions that drive long-term success for both our partners and the planet.

RISKS

We view sustainability risks as core business risks. Factors such as resource use, workforce conditions, and value chain dependencies have a direct impact on both our environmental footprint and our financial performance.

STRATEGY

Sustainability is an important driving force for us as we strive for a better tomorrow. That includes finding new applications for our steel wire products.

OUR GOAL

Sustainability is an integral part of our business and strategy. We strive to become the sustainability benchmark in our industry by 2030, creating measurable, long-term value for our customers, employees, and communities.

Minimizing our environmental impact

At Suzuki Garphyttan, we take environmental responsibility across all our sites. We strive not only to comply with but also to exceed legal requirements, contributing actively to sustainable development.

Empowering our people in a safe workplace

Our people are the key to our continued success and development. To attract and keep the expertise we need, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and fundamentally safe workplace.

Managing risks and capturing opportunities

Strong governance is how we manage risks in a changing world. By combining strict ethical guidelines with active supply chain management, we protect our daily operations and reduce our vulnerabilities. This stability is the foundation we need to safely expand into new segments and drive the long-term transformation of our business.

Sustainability highlights

At Suzuki Garphyttan, sustainability is at the core of how we operate. Our Sustainability Highlights give you a clear overview of the key initiatives and progress we’re making to reduce environmental impact, drive innovation, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Sustainability report

Each year, we release a new sustainability report. The purpose of the report is to track our progress over time and set goals for future sustainability efforts. It contains information about energy and resource use, waste management, employee health and safety, and more.

2026-05-21 Global

From Engineering Experience to Master’s thesis

Last year, Einar Garping first came into contact with Suzuki Garphyttan through our Engineering Experience initiative. What began as an opportunity to explore our operations and meet our people eventually developed into a master’s thesis project within our Research & Development (R&D) department – and a chance to experience engineering beyond the classroom at Karlstad University.

2026-05-11 Global

Weekly update regarding the incident at Nippon Steel’s Muroran facility in Japan

On December 1, 2025, a serious incident occurred at one of our raw material suppliers in Japan. An explosion and subsequent fire took place at Nippon Steel’s Muroran facility.

2026-04-12 Global

120 Years of innovation on display at Wire Düsseldorf 2026

From April 13–17, industry leaders from across the globe will gather for Wire Düsseldorf 202 - one of the most important recurring events in the wire and cable sector. Among the long-standing exhibitors is Suzuki Garphyttan, marking a special milestone this year as the company celebrates 120 years of innovation and transformation.

2025-03-24 Sweden

Arbetsplatsolycka på Suzuki Garphyttan

En arbetsplatsolycka inträffade i Suzuki Garphyttans fabrik under måndagseftermiddagen. En operatör skadades i samband med arbete med en trådring och fördes med ambulans till Universitetssjukhuset i Örebro (USÖ). Skadeläget är i nuläget oklart.

2024-11-15 Global

Replacing oil and lead for next generation hardening

Suzuki Garphyttan is taking its wire hardening technology to the next level. This transition marks a significant step toward our long-term goal of eliminating all environmentally harmful substances from our production. The improvement will have a positive impact on our employee’s work environment.

2024-05-29 Global

Suzuki Garphyttan sustainability reporting 2023

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.

2024-04-16 Global

The fair in Düsseldorf has begun

We're off to a flying start! 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.

2024-01-18 Sweden

Sweden's largest engineering event: Sign up for IGEday at Suzuki Garphyttan

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.

2023-10-24 Global

Suzuki Garphyttan to exhibit at Elmia Subcontractor 2023

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.

2023-10-13 Global

Advancing our practices with new Sustainability Management System

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.

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