MISSION

1. Business

We are an internationally oriented, forward-looking group with independent enterprises operating in chemistry, paper and packaging.

2. Targets

a. We aim for increasing profitability through sustainable improvements in our competitive position.

b. We research market needs in the early stages in order to continously improve our services and to create value for our customers.

3. Customers/Suppliers

We are working on longterm partnerships with customers and suppliers to ensure our success with competitive products and services.

4. Employees

a. Our Employees' knowlege and expertise define the success of our business to a large extent.

b. We are goal-oriented and involve our employees in the decision-making process.

c. Our employees have high professional and personal competencies as well as team spirit, dedication to accomplish goals and a willingness to innovate.

5. Quality

Our processes, products and services meet the quality requirements of our clients. This is sustained through ongoing training.

6. Security, environment, society

We act responsibly towards our employees, business partners, the society, the state and the environment.

7. Communications

We create understanding and trust - also from the public - through open communication about the main facets of our enterprise.

8. Profitability

The independence and importance of our enterprise can only be sustained with high profitability. Long term continous development supersedes short term profit maximisation. It is our belief that Shareholders should be compensated for their involvement, particularly when factoring in the risks in the today's marketplace.

Überarbeitet: November 2006

Mission