We care about  people and the planet


We put safety first

Outokumpu strives to build a positive safety culture grounded in continuous improvement with a clear goal of zero incidents. Everyone potentially impacted by Outokumpu’s operations, such as employees, contractors, suppliers, and visitors, has the right to a safe and healthy working environment.

Outokumpu complies with all applicable occupational health and safety requirements and aims to prevent work-related accidents and occupational illnesses.

05 May 2026

We promote workplace well-being and work to minimize work-related risks. The Outokumpu Safety Principles are the foundation for a common understanding of safety: safety starts with me, safety before volume, no shortcuts, and no repeats. We expect everyone working at our premises – including employees and contractors – to follow these principles and other work instructions and procedures, demonstrate safe behavior, support colleagues in working safely, report hazards, near misses, accidents, and occupational illnesses without delay, and participate in relevant training and improvement initiatives.

We build a safe and respectful workplace

At Outokumpu, our people are essential to our success. We are committed to providing a safe, fair, and respectful workplace where everyone can perform, grow, and feel included.

We treat each other with dignity and professionalism and do not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, or inappropriate behavior. Everyone deserves equal treatment and respect, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, religion, political views, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristics.

We are committed to fair and decent working conditions and respect the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining in accordance with local laws and regulations. We ensure equal pay for work of equal value. Employment decisions are based solely on business reasons and applicable laws and regulations. Our working hours, vacation policies, wages, and other employment conditions comply with applicable local laws and international standards.

Each of us shares responsibility for maintaining a work environment built on mutual respect and trust, and on physical and psychological safety. We strive to create a culture where diverse opinions and ideas are welcomed and people feel safe and empowered to share their views. We support continuous learning and encourage everyone to take ownership of their personal and professional growth.

We decarbonize smartly through circularity and innovation

At Outokumpu, sustainability is foundational to competitiveness and it is at the core of our strategy. We are committed to smart decarbonization with ambitious climate targets. We consider the climate impact of all major activities and use internal carbon pricing to support decision-making. Our commitment to innovation, research, and development drives the creation of new business models, investments in cutting-edge technologies, and the invention of new low-emission products.

Circularity is embedded in our business model through the use of recycled raw materials, significantly reducing carbon emissions and mitigating biodiversity loss. We respect nature by recycling water extensively and by working to make the lowest environmental impact possible – both in our direct operations and across the value chain.

We respect human rights across our global value chain

We are committed to upholding human rights and labor rights as recognized in globally accepted principles and standards. We conduct human rights due diligence to identify, prevent, and address significant risks in our operations and supply chains. This includes risk-based onboarding processes, on-site assessments, and continuous improvement through regular supplier engagement.

We engage with affected stakeholders and continuously improve our practices to ensure respect for human rights everywhere we operate. We strictly prohibit child labor and do not tolerate any form of forced or bonded labor, or modern slavery, in our own operations or supply chains.

We build a resilient and sustainable supply chain

Sustainability extends to our purchasing decisions. When selecting suppliers, we consider not only cost-efficiency, quality, and reliability, but also environmental and social factors. We work towards a resilient and ethical supply chain through continuous collaboration with our suppliers. By promoting sustainable practices, we aim to create a positive impact throughout the supply chain while creating the best value for our operations.

Our suppliers must comply – and ensure that their subsuppliers comply – with Outokumpu’s Supplier Code of Conduct and Supplier Requirements. Suppliers are expected to cooperate transparently, including granting audit access to their facilities. Suppliers must also monitor their own supply chains and provide proof of their practices upon request.

We have open dialogue and collaborate with communities

Outokumpu actively contributes to local economic and social well-being through employment, tax contributions, and community engagement. We support research and development in our industry and maintain close partnerships with educational institutions. Strong relationships with stakeholders and local communities are essential to our business.

We foster open dialogue, respect the rights and interests of local communities, and are committed to minimizing our adverse impacts. Outokumpu may provide sponsorships and donations in line with internal guidelines, and all contributions – global or local – require prior approval. We do not engage in political activities or make donations to political parties or groups.

Employees may support community, charitable, political, or religious organizations in a personal capacity, provided it is clear that their views and actions are their own and not those of Outokumpu.