Sustainability Strategy

Sustainability at HUGO BOSS is shaped by the combination of quality, innovation and responsibility, which influences the mission statement, strategy and processes of HUGO BOSS. 

Sustainable management is viewed by HUGO BOSS as an opportunity for ensuring the high quality expected by customers, as well as socially and environmentally friendly production. Both aspects are considered as essential prerequisites for customer loyalty and innovative capability, and therefore are key factors for the Company’s long-term success. At the same time, sustainability is an important aspect for further developing the business model through a forward-looking approach, an efficient use of resources and optimized processes throughout the entire value chain.

The objective of the principle “We act responsibly” is to create added value – for employees, customers, business partners, shareholders, and the community. To achieve this, key issues are allocated to the six fields of action: We, Environment, Employees, Partner, Product, and Society. The Group intends to consistently improve in all areas and has therefore formulated activities and targets for each field. 

HUGO BOSS views sustainability as a continuous improvement process, which through a forward-looking management of opportunities and risks contributes to ensure the long-term success of the Company. In the implementation and further development of its sustainability strategy, HUGO BOSS utilizes dialog and the collaboration with its stakeholders and orientates towards the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. 

With ambitious aims, for example, in the reduction of CO2 emissions, compliance with the HUGO BOSS Social Standards in the supply chain, the utilization of high quality and sustainable materials in products, as well as supporting education; HUGO BOSS makes a concrete contribution towards the following four Sustainable Development Goals.