Introduction

GRI 2-1: Organizational details

As a globally operating provider of full-cycle electronic solutions, ranging from research and development to manufacturing and supply chain management, Cicor has integrated and deeply embedded sustainability as a core strategic pillar. Within the Cicor 2028 ‘Creating Together’ strategy, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics have been identified as crucial success factors for the Company towards 2028 and beyond.

Cicor not only aims to ensure full alignment with recognised environmental, social, and governance standards and measurement frameworks, but also clearly positions sustainability as a driver of long-term value creation for all stakeholders. Operating sustainably strengthens competitiveness, supports innovation, and enhances trust among customers, employees, partners, and investors.

Global geopolitical developments and increasing regulatory complexity underline the importance of resilient, transparent, and secure supply chains. Cicor is actively addressing these challenges by strengthening supply chain transparency, enhancing cybersecurity resilience, and responsibly leveraging digitalisation and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. While geopolitical uncertainty continues to pose challenges, Cicor feels well prepared to tackle them, thanks to its diversified pan-European footprint, close customer relationships, and robust risk management processes. In addition, Cicor’s clearly defined sustainability goals towards 2030 further reinforce this approach by embedding transparency, accountability, and proactive risk management into its long-term strategic framework:

By linking its sustainability journey with the Cicor Compliance organisation, the Company ensures that ESG-related risks are systematically identified, tracked, and actively monitored. Policies, guidelines, and control mechanisms are continuously reviewed and updated as required, enabling Cicor to respond proactively to evolving regulatory, environmental, and social expectations.

As a pan-European leader in electronic manufacturing services (EMS), Cicor is dedicated to continuous improvement of its ESG performance. This includes being an employer of choice, fostering a safe, inclusive, and attractive working environment, acting responsibly towards society and the environment, and contributing positively to the communities in which it operates. Sustainability is therefore not viewed as a separate initiative, but as an integral part of how Cicor conducts its business and creates value.

Cicor views sustainability as a continuous journey. The Company therefore regularly reviews, updates, and improves its strategic priorities, targets, and measures, ensuring ongoing progress, resilience, and long-term value creation.

For more detailed insights into Cicor’s ESG priorities, progress, and performance, please refer to the Sustainability Report hereinafter. It provides a transparent overview of Cicor’s targets, measures, and key achievements on its ongoing sustainability journey.