Armaturen Vertrieb Alms GmbH has announced that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) to underline its commitment to responsible business conduct and to confirm compliance with the ten UNGC principles. These principles relate to human rights, labour standards, environmental protection and the fight against corruption.
The company is committed to integrating these ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact into its corporate strategy, culture and day-to-day business practices.
- support and respect international human rights
- ensuring that the company is not complicit in human rights abuses
- upholding freedom of association and recognizing the right to collective bargaining
- abolition of all forms of forced labour
- abolition of child labour
- elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation
- responsible management of environmental problems
- initiatives to promote greater environmental awareness
- development and dissemination of environmentally friendly technologies
- combating corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery
17 other destinations
In addition to the ten principles of the UNGC, AVA Alms GmbH is also committed to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. These goals cover a broad spectrum, including combating poverty and hunger, improving health and education and promoting gender equality. Other goals include access to clean water and sanitation, climate action and supporting sustainable economic growth.
The SDGs represent a global framework that aims to promote sustainable peace and prosperity and ensure the protection of our planet. They are designed to take account of the needs of the most disadvantaged population groups and countries and to ensure that no one is left behind.
Positive contribution to the global sustainability agenda
From April 2026, Armaturen Vertrieb Alms GmbH will report annually on its progress regarding compliance with the ten principles of the UN Global Compact and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These reports will supplement the company's regular sustainability reporting planned from 2026. Through this increased transparency, Armaturen Vertrieb Alms GmbH intends to inform its stakeholders comprehensively about progress and challenges on the way to a more sustainable future.
“Joining the United Nations Global Compact is a significant milestone for Armaturen Vertrieb Alms GmbH. We are determined to anchor the principles of the UNGC and the goals for sustainable development in all our business areas. For us, sustainability is not just a trend, but a necessity to secure the future of our planet and our society,” says Frank Alms, Managing Director of Armaturen Vertrieb Alms GmbH.
“Integrating the SDGs into our corporate strategy enables us to make a positive contribution to the global sustainability agenda. We are proud to be part of this movement and will continuously work to achieve and, where possible, exceed our sustainability goals. Our commitment to the SDGs shows that we want to take responsibility and actively contribute to solving global challenges,” says Darius Palica, Sustainability Manager at Armaturen Vertrieb Alms GmbH.
