Sustainability in Niche Products
Niche Products includes proprietary products and solutions in specific technological niches, such as dispensing solutions for the food processing industry, flood protection and wetland maintenance equipment. The companies’ customer offering is based on high added value through specialisation in close collaboration with customers.
Material sustainability issues
The majority of the companies in Niche Products have energy-intensive production. Therefore, efficiency improvements are important as well as the continued transition to fossil-free solutions, including in relation to internal and external transports. Work environment efforts are also a key priority, with a focus on preventive measures and on strengthening a culture that promotes a safe production environment in the long term, where the goal is to ensure that no serious work-related accidents should occur.
The division also has two facilities that require permits due to the use of polyurethane foam, which are monitored through regular risk assessments and internal environmental audits. Almost 90% of the division’s carbon footprint occurs in the value chain, mainly in the production of purchased materials and in the use of fuel-powered products. The companies within Niche Products are therefore actively working to develop circular business models, including the use of renewable and recycled materials, increased spare parts sales and product design that extends the service life. One example is Truxor’s amphibious machines that can run on HVO, which in the longer term will enable a reduction in climate impact within Scope 3.11.
Comments on the year’s performance
Emissions within Scope 1 and 2 have decreased by 33% compared to 2024. The reduction is mainly due to the transition to certified electricity (guarantees of origin) at Sajas and an increased proportion of self-generated solar energy. Within Scope 3, companies such as SIB and Forming Function have produced several products in recycled or green aluminium, which is reducing their climate impact within Scope 3.1. The injury rate has increased during the year, and all incidents have been followed up by the respective company boards.
Future activities
In the coming year, a further focus will be placed on increasing the proportion of renewable fuels in internal and external road transports and on reducing the number of air transports within the division. There are additional opportunities to increase the proportion of fossil-free energy, including through a higher share of self-generated and certified renewable electricity. Efforts to strengthen the safety culture continue to receive a high priority. Several companies are training their employees in lean management to increase participation, order and risk awareness.
