Integrated report 2021 - reinventing inventing

Develop. Developing

How does the modules business contribute to the Group’s overall carbon neutrality goal?

We have a detailed understanding of our CO2 footprint and are well aware of our corporate social responsibility. Our direct CO2 emissions are generally very low, particularly in terms of production. Our air-flow management systems (active fascia grilles and active grille shutters) considerably improve the aerodynamic performance of vehicles. This helps increase the range of electric vehicles and reduce tailpipe CO2 emission of internal combustion vehicles. The portion of recycled materials used in our modules, 20% at present, is also rising significantly. This in turn directly impacts the products offered by our customers and, as a consequence, the Group’s overall carbon footprint.

Photo: Martin Schüler
« HBPO has delivered excellent results, winning a number of key new customers, including General Motors and a major US electric vehicle manufacturer. »
MARTIN SCHÜLER,
PRESIDENT AND CEO - HBPO

2021 KEY FIGURES

  • WORLD LEADER
  • 27% OF GROUP ECONOMIC REVENUE
  • 31 PLANTS IN 11 COUNTRIES
  • 5 MILLIONS FRONT-END MODULES PRODUCED EVERY YEAR
  • 18% MARKET SHARE
  • 1 IN EVERY 5 VEHICLES MADE IS EQUIPPED BY PLASTIC OMNIUM