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Various projects started in 2012,
representing significant milestones in the
Group's pursuit of sustainability, while
important results were also achieved in
confirmation of the constant work carried
out over the years.
The Prysmian Group is sector leader in the manufacture
and supply of cables and systems for energy and
telecommunications. This leadership role has strengthened
the desire, and the need, to ensure that efficient,
technologically-advanced service is provided over time, in
compliance with the most rigorous standards. Indeed, the
responsibility of being leader guides the Group's approach
to sustainability in all its forms, with a particular focus
on sustainable, technological innovation in the solutions
offered to customers, on the environmental responsibility of
production processes, on environmental protection and the
management of relations with the local communities in which
the Group operates, as well as on safety at work and the
development of personnel.
The medium/long-term strategy adopted by the Group is
firmly based on the shared principles established in the
corporate Vision and Mission. Prysmian's Vision Statement
affirms belief "in the efficient, effective and sustainable
supply of energy and information as the principal driver for
the development of communities". In accordance with the
Mission, the Group is therefore committed to developing
and applying advanced technological solutions that
offer customers worldwide "cables and systems for the
transmission of energy and for telecommunications" on an
effective, efficient and sustainable basis.
The technologies and processes applied must result in the
development of products and solutions that anticipate and
meet the needs of customers. For this reason, the Group
tirelessly seeks improvement in the areas of Research and
Innovation, Customer Centricity, Employee Development and
Environmental Sustainability.
APPROACH TO SUSTAINABILITY
Research and Innovation
Once again, research, development, innovation and respect for the environment have been drivers enabling the
business to exercise the competitive advantages needed to meet market expectations, especially with regard
to ethical and sustainability matters. Many projects pursued by the Group in the area of Research and
Innovation have achieved important results in terms of environmental protection including, in particular,
reductions in consumption and the emission of greenhouse gases. Examples include the LCA (Life Cycle
Analysis) approach adopted for P-Laser in the Netherlands market, and the new family of LT 2.0 BB-XS
telecom cables launched in the United States.
Customer Centricity
"Customer centricity", being the ability to anticipate and satisfy with care the needs of customers, inspires
the activities of the entire Prysmian Group. Constant attention is paid to this at all stages, from design to
delivery, by ensuring that service levels meet customer expectations and are consistent with predetermined
and agreed parameters.
Employee Development
The Prysmian Group's HR policies are founded on a fundamental principle: respect for and development of
the individual. This recognises that the growth and development of the Company can only be achieved by
respecting the fundamental rights of employees and facilitating their professional growth, involvement and
active participation in the business.
The Group actively seeks to develop talents and to utilize and grow, in the best possible way, the recognised
and potential skills of all employees. This is done in various ways, including the pro-active management
of internal mobility, the constant delivery of training courses and the development of important tools of
internal communication.
Environmental Sustainability
The Prysmian Group considers the environment and the territory in which it operates as key assets, to be
respected and protected for the future. A policy of environmental responsibility is pursued Group-wide,
resulting in significant reductions in the emission of greenhouse gases by improving energy efficiency levels
and using renewable sources.
