We work towards a world that lasts forever
Outokumpu is a global leader in sustainable stainless steel, expanding into advanced materials, alloys, and innovative technologies. Guided by our vision to pioneer materials and technologies that power tomorrow, we lead the development of low-CO₂ metals and solutions across the stainless steel value chain and beyond.
Driven by our commitment to work towards a world that lasts forever, Outokumpu’s products are made mostly from recycled materials, which we turn into fully recyclable stainless steel. As our stainless steel has significantly lower carbon footprint than the industry average, we support our customers in reducing their emissions.
The Outokumpu Way – our guiding behaviors
Alongside our strategy, we have a set of guiding behaviors known as the Outokumpu Way. These behaviors – our ABCs – define how we think and act, providing practical and inspiring actions that shape our daily work. While our strategy sets direction and vision, the Outokumpu Way brings that vision to life as an integral part of how we collaborate.
The Outokumpu Way is about raising the bar and making excellence visible. It means pushing boundaries and working across teams and with partners to unlock new business value. Our ABCs – Ambition beyond the obvious, Better together, and Customer success – inspire us to work together and focus on our customers’ success.
Outokumpu respects and upholds the following internationally recognized frameworks:
- International Bill of Human Rights
- ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles
- and Rights at Work
- UN Global Compact
- UN Guiding Principles on Business and
- Human Rights
- OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
Our responsibilities
The purpose of our Code of Conduct is to ensure that every Outokumpu employee lives up to the Outokumpu Way and the highest standards of integrity. It provides guidance through examples and practical advice, helping us make the right choices in our everyday work. However, no Code of Conduct alone can guarantee ethical behavior – it is up to all of us to do the right thing.
All Outokumpu employees must read, understand and comply with the Code of Conduct. If local laws or regulations differ from the Code of Conduct, the stricter rules apply.
Managers play a critical role in leading by example and supporting their teams in complying with the Code of Conduct. They should listen, help find answers to any questions related to the Code of Conduct, and act promptly on any signs of unethical behavior or conflicts with the Code of Conduct.
How we work together with our business partners
At Outokumpu, collaboration is key to delivering the best value to our customers and other business partners. All relationships with our business partners must be based on honesty, trust, and cooperation. We expect our business partners to uphold the highest standards of integrity, consistent with those outlined in this Code of Conduct. We will not engage in business with any party that violates the principles and values set forth in this Code of Conduct.