SUSTAINABILITY BY TRADITION
SUSTAINABILITY BY TRADITION
SUSTAINABILITY BY TRADITION
Corporate governance with responsibility
Since its foundation in 1902, HANDL TYROL has stood for honesty, trust and integral action. We attach great importance to dealing responsibly with nature and the environment to ensure a liveable future for coming generations.
“For us, sustainability means...
...taking responsibility and always critically questioning ourselves to create a better future for all of us. Only in this way will we be able to make the right decisions together and drive our sustainability strategy forward.”
Our goals for sustainable development
1 No poverty
Living wage & fair pay
3 Health & well-being
Balancing work and family life, the highest level of occupational safety & health protection, products for living more conscientiously
4 Quality training
Educational initiatives across all areas, certified training and development programmes and cooperation with other teaching institutes
7 Affordable & clean energy
Use of green energy and natural cooling agents
8 Humane work & economic growth
Secure jobs as well as a safe working environment and health programmes
9 Industry, innovation & infrastructure
Strategic innovation management for the development of new products and new technologies, innovation partnerships with educational institutes
12 Responsible consumption & production samples
Sustainable product range design by addressing modern nutrition trends
13 Climate protection measures
Efficient and careful use of energy and resources as well as expansion of waste and recycling management
The three aspects of sustainability: ecology, social & economy
HANDL TYROL stands for transparent corporate governance and has consciously opted for sustainable development in which ecological, social and economic aspects are taken into account in equal measure.
Ecology – energy, climate, environment
For many years, HANDL TYROL has dedicated itself to the topic of sustainability and has already demonstrated vision and innovative spirit in the past by using selected raw materials and modern production processes. The constant further development of our production facilities keeps energy and water consumption as low as possible and helps to ensure that production saves resources.
Green energy
Our locations in Austria are powered by certified green energy. In the future, 100% of the power supply at our site in South Tyrol will also come from renewable energy.
E-mobility
We are constantly trying to expand our HANDL TYROL e-vehicle fleet and, therefore, continue to cut emissions.
Sustainable packaging
Our packaging experts are always working on solutions to reduce material use and make packaging more recyclable. We have already succeeded in cutting plastic usage by reducing film thickness and packaging sizes.
Further development of our production processes
We have always focused on optimising and modernising our production facilities. By using natural cooling agents and heat recovery systems, we are able to run our air conditioning and drying processes in an energy-efficient manner.
More organic products and animal welfare
By introducing organic and animal welfare products, we have been able to take another step towards a more sustainable future. Our goal is to steadily increase the amounts of these product ranges.
Healthy and sustainable snacking
Sustainable and health-conscious nutrition is important to us. That’s why we decided to expand our range with a new VEGGIE line which is 100% plant-based.
Social – employees & society
We are aware that each individual employee contributes to the success of the company, driving it forward with their individual strengths, talents and knowledge in the different areas of work. A common understanding of values that builds on recognition, honesty and fairness when dealing with each other strengthens our bond and makes working together enjoyable.
The “Speckmeisterei”
Our customised employee development programme encourages, develops and inspires all of our employees.
Work and family
Balancing work and family life is a key concern of ours. We are constantly working on becoming more family-friendly together with our employees.
Flexible working-time models
Regulated working hours in shifts and individual flexitime and agreements for working from home for administrative staff guarantee a better work-life balance.
Freshly cooked
Free meals from our in-house canteen ensure our employees’ well-being.
ECONOMY – company & range
Since its foundation, HANDL TYROL has earned a reputation as a reliable and decent partner in food retail and is committed to ecologically and socially responsible corporate governance. HANDL TYROL’s understanding of values and its code of conduct form the basis of its dealings with customers, suppliers and employees.
Controlled origin
Our quality meat comes from selected Austrian and German farms that are subject to the strict controls of the AMA quality seal and QS audit system. This guarantees controlled origin and transparency in our supply chain.
Commitment in the region
As a supporter of regional associations, we make a valuable contribution to the preservation of the environment and culture and support social causes with our aid fund.
We are 100% Tyrol
Our production sites are located in North and South Tyrol. Therefore, 100% of our products are made in Tyrol, which provides secure jobs in rural regions. Regular investments form the basis for our long-term location development.
Original and natural
Our Tyrolean products have very traditional origins. The entire HANDL TYROL range is produced without the addition of flavour enhancers, colourings and allergens. A clean label policy is a matter of course for us.
Certifications, Awards & Memberships
Member of respACT - austrian business council for sustainable development.
respACT - austrian business council for sustainable development is Austria's leading platform for corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable development. The association currently supports more than 400 members in achieving their ecological and social goals economically and independently.
Gold sustainability award by EcoVadis
For the SECOND TIME in a row since 2023, HANDL TYROL is the proud winner of the gold medal and with this among the top 5% companies rated by EcoVadis! EcoVadis is the leading provider of sustainability monitoring along global supply chains. The assessment methodology aims to measure the quality of a company's management system in the areas of ecology, social and economy. This gold medal underscores the importance and significance of sustainability at HANDL TYROL, along the entire value chain.
Balancing work and family life
Strict hygiene regulations as well as multi-level internal and external supervisory bodies have been standard for us for many years. The unannounced International Featured Standard inspections at HANDL TYROL also guarantee the highest quality.
IFS
Strict hygiene regulations as well as multi-level internal and external supervisory bodies have been standard for us for many years. The unannounced International Featured Standard inspections at HANDL TYROL also guarantee the highest quality.
DLG
Our bacon, ham and raw sausage specialities are repeatedly awarded for their outstanding quality. Being awarded the gold DLG “Prize of the Best” confirms years of consistent high performance. The DLG “Prize of the Best” is only awarded to companies that have successfully won prizes in the annual DLG quality tests for more than 15 years. We at HANDL TYROL are particularly proud of this award since it confirms consistent product quality over many years.
State-awarded training company
This award confirms the quality of apprenticeship training and highlights its significance. In order to receive this distinction, the organisation and equipment required for the training must be in place and strict criteria must be met.
