esg supplier base evolution
Involvement and evolution of suppliers by integrating ESG criteria in supplier selection and management to enable decarbonization of the supply chain ecosystem
2024
71%
of strategic suppliers evaluated for their ESG performance, covering 88% of total spending
100%
of buyers and Purchasing managers trained on sustainable procurement
score esg
developed for the selection, management and evaluation of new and existing suppliers
supplier code of conduct
to ensure alignment of the supplier base with Voilàp's sustainability strategy
our initiatives
green steel
From June 1, 2024, Imecon, a Voilàp group company specialized in intelligent digital signage solutions, has started purchasing certified green steel with zero net Scope 1 and 2 emissions from our partner Arvedi.
In particular, the steel purchased by Imecon guarantees a reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon intensity from 2,100 kg of CO2 to 133 kg of CO2 thanks to the use of i) electric arc furnace, ii) ESP technology (Endless Strip Production) for production process optimization, iii) 80% post-consumer scrap, iv) 100% energy from certified renewable sources.
The remaining 133 kg of CO2 are offset through certified carbon credits to finance reforestation projects.
vegetable oil
Starting from September 2023, Voilàp has replaced the CSF35 cutting coolant oil with a new vegetable, non-toxic and biodegradable version (NLO-01). This type of oil guarantees the same cutting performance of the machines, but with a lower environmental impact. Furthermore, it leaves minimal product residues after processing, facilitates and reduces cleaning times of the finished piece and is transparent and odorless.
This solution has been implemented for Emmegi and Tekna products, but will gradually be extended to other production companies in the group.
ESG Integration in Purchases
To advance the integration of sustainability criteria into procurement processes, Voilàp has implemented the following actions:
‣ a Group-level Steering Committee to guide sustainable purchasing strategies
‣ Training: 100% of Buyers and Purchasing Managers have completed a dedicated course on sustainable procurement
‣ Annual ESG Assessment conducted through a survey, leading to the definition of an ESG Score and ESG Maturity level for each evaluated supplier
‣ Monitoring and corrective actions: targeted meetings with strategic suppliers to reduce product carbon footprint and strengthen ESG commitment
‣ Integration of the ESG score into the new suppliers’ selection process
green aluminum
Voilàp has signed a partnership with supplier Hydro Extrusion Italy, a leader in the production of high-complexity extruded aluminum profiles and a pioneer in sustainability. In particular, Hydro will supply aluminum from billets that, thanks to a high quantity of pre- and post-consumer recycled material and process innovations, generates an impact of 5.66 kgCO2eq / kg Al, 3 times lower than the global average, supporting Voilàp in its path to reduce the carbon footprint of products. The first phase, started in October 2024, involved the replacement with recycled aluminum of the Emmegi supply.
supplier code of conduct
The Voilàp Group recognizes the importance of ensuring a transparent supply chain to regulate and reduce social and environmental impacts to protect its stakeholders. For this reason, the Voilàp Group requires its suppliers and subcontractors to adhere to the principles established by the Supplier Code of Conduct, sharing with them a common set of rules, practices and principles regarding business ethics and integrity, working conditions and social responsibility, environmental protection, health and safety and quality.
