Sustainable Corporate Governance

Sustainability Firmly Rooted

For us, sustainability is more than just a focus on environmental and social issues. It is part of our mindset and shapes our daily actions.

To consistently integrate sustainability into our business processes and decisions, we rely on key tools and measures.

Responsible Corporate Governance

Our ESG strategy, our Code of Conduct, and clear corporate governance and compliance structures set the direction.

  • Clear Goals and Guidelines: Principles, voluntary commitments, and specific sustainability goals – such as our climate protection target – provide guidance that goes beyond legal requirements. This also includes international guidelines such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Link to Incentive Systems: Sustainability goals are embedded in the compensation packages for our Executive Board and international senior management – for example, in the areas of climate protection and food waste reduction. Employee Engagement: Through regular employee surveys, internal communication channels, and various sustainability activities, we foster engagement within the company.
  • Collaboration beyond the company: Through participation in associations, initiatives, and committees, as well as dialogue with decision-makers in politics and society, we work together to advance sustainable development.

Further information

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Corporate Governance

Corporate Governance takes care of good and responsible corporate management. METRO is committed to this.

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Compliance Programme

Simply right. Our Compliance Programme helps our staff and suppliers comply with all the relevant rules and standards.

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Management Board

METRO is led by an experienced management team with a strong track record in food and business transformation.