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ESG in practice: supporting local communities

ESG

SÄKAPHEN is now the proud sponsor of FC Alte Haide‑DSC München, with which it shares deep values such as sustainability, accountability and giving back.

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about taking action and contributing to local communities in meaningful ways. That’s why we’re proud to supportFC Alte Haide-DSC, a local football club that shares our core values: sustainability, accountability and giving back.

Starting with the football season 2025/2026, this partnership extends far beyond just logos on kits. Founded in 1929, FC Alte Haide-DSC has a long tradition of nurturing young talent, championing volunteerism, and creating opportunities for social inclusion. It’s football with purpose: something we are proud to stand behind.

Precisely because it shares so many values with sports, SÄKAPHEN actually has a long history of sponsorships, ranging from motorsports to football. This year, we readily jumped in to complete the gear of the team, including 15 players, a coach, and an assistant coach.

ESG at SÄKAPHEN: more than just a policy

ESG principles are woven into everything we do, from how we build products to how we engage with our partners and communities:

  • E for Environmental
    Our high-performance coatings and linings extend the life of industrial equipment by protecting it against corrosion, fouling, and chemical damage. The result? Less waste, fewer replacements, reduced energy consumption, and lower environmental impact overall.
  • S for Social
    We put safety, quality and expertise first. By working with authorized applicators worldwide, we help ensure safer industrial environments and minimize the risk of failure, with real-world benefits for people and communities.
  • G for Governance
    Integrity matters. Our compliance guidelines prohibit improper payments and demand transparency and ethical conduct in everything we do. As a third-generation family-run business with a strong global network, we maintain strong internal controls over our product quality and relationships.

A shared mission

As Christoph Fischer-Zernin, Commercial Director at SÄKAPHEN, put it: “We could say that while SÄKAPHEN protects industrial infrastructure, FC Alte Haide-DSC protects community spirit and youth development. Together, we have the power to uplift our local communities. We are very proud of this sponsorship agreement and of this club’s great efforts. Go Alte Heide!”

Whether it’s in the factory or on the football pitch, values matter. Supporting FC Alte Haide-DSC is one small way we live out our ESG commitment — not just in principle, but also in practice.