The leading ink and chemicals specialist hubergroup announced that it accelerates its sustainability journey with a focused global strategy and strong leadership. The appointment of Silke Siebeneiker as Head of Sustainability, the publication of its first sustainability report, and the group-wide EcoVadis Bronze Medal set the stage for an innovative, resilient, and future-ready company that creates lasting value for its customers. The MAVNU Ltd., hubergroup's new shareholders since April 2025, fully supports the company’s sustainable commitment and actively promotes this change.
New leadership for a global sustainability vision
As of April 1, 2025, hubergroup appointed Silke Siebeneiker as its first Head of Sustainability, to reflect the company’s strong commitment to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles within its corporate structure. Under Siebeneiker’s leadership, hubergroup aims to advance its holistic approach to sustainability, combining environmental, social, and governance criteria to ensure transparency, resilience, and long-term competitiveness.
"Sustainability is the foundation for shaping the future of our industry. We need to rethink processes, drive innovation, and create meaningful value that benefits our customers, our people, and the wider society," says Silke Siebeneiker. “By embracing a 360-degree approach, we ensure that sustainability is embedded at every level at hubergroup – from strategy and operations to culture and community – creating a holistic impact that drives long-term resilience and shared success.”
“Sustainability is at the core of our corporate strategy,” adds Premal Desai, CEO at hubergroup. “From eco-friendly products and resource-efficient production to social and economic responsibility, we’re committed to driving real impact. With Silke leading our global efforts and strong support from MAVNU Ltd. as our new shareholder, we’re set to take our sustainability ambitions to the next level — with a clear structure, global strategy, and empowered leadership.”
Milestones on the ESG journey
In March, hubergroup also published its first global sustainability report and only weeks later, the company received its first group-wide EcoVadis Bronze Medal, placing hubergroup among the top 35% of companies assessed worldwide in the last twelve months. This recognition builds on a robust assessment of environmental issues, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement, and thus values hubergroup initiatives such as renewable-powered production, the payment of living wages or the promotion of a multicultural management team.
“Applying for our first group-wide EcoVadis certification was the kick-off for a truly global approach to sustainability,” Siebeneiker emphasizes. “Sustainability is a key driver of financial resilience and strategic growth for hubergroup. By embedding ESG criteria into our core business, we are meeting global expectations from customers, investors, and regulators, and also building a competitive edge that will secure our success for the years to come.”
Looking ahead
hubergroup is entering a new era of sustainability – one defined by foresight, integration, and impact. The company aims to align with global reporting standards and further enhance its EcoVadis and CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) rating. This includes establishing a PCF (Product Carbon Footprint) calculation system as well as improving data quality in CCF (Corporate Carbon Footprint) determinations. In addition, hubergroup is working on integrating climate risk analyses, emissions reduction workshops, and digital ESG tools into its global operations. This marks a shift from isolated initiatives to a 360-degree strategy that connects innovation, transparency, and responsibility across the entire value chain. With its first sustainability report and EcoVadis Bronze Medal as a springboard, hubergroup is not just responding to global expectations – it is actively shaping a more resilient, regenerative future for the industry.
With MAVNU Ltd. as the new shareholder, the company is poised to elevate its sustainability ambitions through a redefined structure, a globally aligned strategy, and empowered leadership – reflecting a shared commitment to long-term impact and growth, strongly supported by our new partners.