Our vision and strategy
We leverage continuous improvements
SGD Pharma is a leader in the glass pharmaceutical primary packaging industry and is positioned as a premium player.
Our strategy is to defend and reinforce our leadership positions in molded glass vials. We will grow in high value segments, by concentrating our efforts in :
- Quality of our products
- Service to our customers
- Innovation in both products and processes
- Delivering an ambitious sustainability roadmap
At SGD Pharma, we are committed to conducting our business in a sustainable and ethical manner. Our top priority is to accelerate the decarbonization of the products we deliver to our customers.
SGD Pharma contributes to satisfying our customers as well as to supporting sustainable development with a focus on three main axes :
Our people
As an industrial company, our top priority is the health and safety of our employees, a topic for which we have deployed a full system of policies, tools and processes. We also values individual development in our people.
We contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals :
Health & SafetyCareer management & training Social dialogue & Diversity
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Remain at Zero severe accidents per year by 2030
100%
permanent employees covered by an engagement survey over time and associated action plans deployed in all our geographies by 2026
100%
managers trained in the new management training curriculum by end of 2026
100%
positions graded and associated with a salary band by end of 2025
0
permanent Employees below adequate wage in the Group according to CSRD definition by 2026
75
All main geographies (France, Germany, India, China) at a minimum of 75 according to the French gender equity index by end of 2027
27
Average ratio of 27 training hours per employee and per year maintained over time
Our business values
We believe the way we conduct our business and build our relationships with all our stakeholders must be in line with the highest possible standards and must foster sustainable and ethical practices and principles within our value chain and our sphere of influence. As a member of the United Nations Global Compact, it is our duty is to share our commitment to the 10 principles and promote them both internally and externally.
We contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals :
Quality of ServiceBusiness Ethics PolicySustainable Procurement
100%
of critical suppliers evaluated on environmental practices by the end of 2025
of critical suppliers evaluated on social practices by the end of 2025
of critical suppliers signed the Supplier Code of Conduct and Ethics by the end of 2025
Our environmental impact
We have set clear long-term objectives for minimizing environmental impact by reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions, as well as optimizing water use, waste management and resource efficiency.
We contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals :
Energy Consumption and GHG EmissionsReuse, Waste and WaterLocal & Accidental Pollution Prevention
GHG AND ENERGY CONSUMPTION
By 2030 (vs. a 2022 baseline)- approved by SBTi:
Scopes 1 and 2: 42% reduction
Scopes 3: 25% reduction
By 2040 (vs. a 2022 baseline)- not approved by SBTi:
Scopes 1 and 2: 65% reduction
WATER WITHDRAWALS/TON OF GOODS PRODUCED
Water withdrawals/ton of goods produced:
42% reduction by 2030 vs. 2020 baseline
We engage to reach internally 1.7m³
WASTE
We engage to reach internally 0.2% of ratio of glass non internally recycled by 2023
AIR POLLUTION
262 tonnes of NOx by 2030
Dust: to reach the level 19.3 tonnes of dust producted by 2026
ACCIDENTAL SOIL AND GROUNDWATER POLLUTION
Zero events to 2030 and beyond
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
EcoVadis Gold
In 2023 SGD Pharma was again awarded the Gold medal, with a score of 87 out of 100, breaking our previous record with the highest score the company has ever achieved.
Science Based Targets Initiative
The SBTi is a global body enabling businesses to set ambitious targets for emissions reductions in line with the latest climate science. SGD Pharma has joined SBTi, signifying its strong commitment to decarbonization and wider sustainability practices.
UN Global Compact
In 2023, SGD Pharma also reaffirmed its support of the United Nations Global Compact, for the fourth year. Since 2020, our CSR strategy has been aligned to the 10 principles of both the Global Compact and the United Nations Sustainable Goals.
LATEST NEWS & LOCAL SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
Donation of Bottles to Gabrieli Gymnasium (Grammar School)
KIPFENBERG, GERMANY
The Second Batch of Interns from the Company’s Cooperation with Dongguan University of Technology
ZHANJIANG, CHINA
Annual Sports Events: Cricket tournament
VEMULA, INDIA
One World Run in Titting
KIPFENBERG, GERMANY
SGD Pharma Established Long-term Cooperation with Zhanjiang Special Education School
ZHANJIANG, CHINA
Blood Donation Camp which help Fullfill the Requirement of Local Hospitals
VEMULA, INDIA
World Environment Day Celebration
VEMULA, INDIA
“The Future is Green” Campaign at China Beauty Expo collected 168 signatures to support our mangrove planting project
ZHANJIANG, CHINA
Climate Fresk Workshop
ZHANJIANG, CHINA
Embrace Equity: International Women’s Day campaign
ZHANJIANG, CHINA
Safety Week Conducted to Spread the Message of Safety
VEMULA, INDIA
