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.

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STRATEGY

Sustainability is a driving force for us as we work toward a better tomorrow. This includes developing new applications for our steel products and ensuring our operations support all three dimensions of sustainability: Environment, Social, and Governance.

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TARGETS

We have defined clear targets and activities across all three areas of sustainability - Environment, Social, and Governance.- to guide our progress and ensure long-term impact.

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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. By partnering with suppliers who share our commitment and provide verifiable data, we ensure that our products have the lowest possible climate and environmental impact.

Investing in employees and the community

At Suzuki Garphyttan, social responsibility means taking action to support both our employees and the wider community. This includes protecting the environment, treating employees fairly, and promoting diversity and inclusion. We align our efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and continuously work to contribute to them.

Driving growth through innovation

To remain a world-leading wire supplier, we continuously adapt to the markets of today and tomorrow. While the automotive segment - traditionally linked to internal combustion engines - remains important, we are expanding into new industries and applications to diversify our offering and secure sustainable growth.

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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