Ingolstadt, September 2nd, 2014 - German consumers have voted AUDI AG as the most sustainable company: In Facit Research's ranking Sustainability Image Score 2014 (SIS), Audi took first place ahead of BMW and Hipp. "Sustainability is strategically anchored with us as a yardstick for all products and processes," stated Dr. Peter F. Tropschuh, Head of Corporate Responsibility at AUDI AG. "This top ranking confirms to us that with the measures we are taking, we are on the right track to shape individual mobility in a responsible manner and to make our company fit for the future."
The Sustainability Image Score is calculated with the use of various indicators from the fields of ecological, economic and social sustainability. Audi leads the ranking in all three dimensions: It took first place in the ecology category for investment in technologies that conserve resources and protect the environment and also for its green production plants. In the area of social sustainability, Audi gained the best marks as a popular employer and as a company that creates and protects jobs; consumers also appreciate the broad support and promotion provided for young employees and Audi's social involvement in the countries where it has production facilities. In the area of economics, Audi scored well with its fair play vis-à-vis competitors and suppliers, as well as with its particularly conscientious approach towards customer data.
The study has been conducted annually since 2011 and polls each consumer on two different companies. This year, a representative sample of more than 8,000 consumers evaluated 104 companies in 16 industries.
Also in the renowned Oekom Research Rating 2014, Audi was recognized for its above-average commitment with "Corporate Responsibility Prime Status."
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The Audi Group delivered approximately 1,575,500 cars of the Audi brand to customers in 2013. As one of the most successful models, the Audi A3 has been awarded the title of "World Car of the Year 2014" by an international jury of journalists (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 7.1 - 3.2; combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 165 - 85). In 2013, the company reported revenue of €49.9 billion and an operating profit of €5.03 billion. The company operates globally in more than 100 markets and has production facilities in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm (Germany), Győr (Hungary), Brussels (Belgium), Bratislava (Slovakia), Martorell (Spain), Kaluga (Russia), Aurangabad (India), Changchun (China) and Jakarta (Indonesia). Since the end of 2013, the brand with the Four Rings has also been producing cars in Foshan (China). In 2015, Audi will start production in São José dos Pinhais (Brazil), followed by San José Chiapa (Mexico) in 2016. Wholly owned subsidiaries of AUDI AG include quattro GmbH (Neckarsulm), Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. (Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy) and Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. (Bologna, Italy), the sports motorcycle manufacturer. The company currently employs more than 73,500 people worldwide, of which more than 52,500 in Germany. Total investment of around €22 billion is planned from 2014 to 2018 - primarily in new products and sustainable technologies. Audi is committed to its corporate responsibility and has anchored the principle of sustainability for its products and processes in its strategy. The long-term goal is CO2-neutral mobility.
AUDI AG's commitment to the region was confirmed through the foundation of its fully owned subsidiary in 2005. The current Middle East model range comprises the Audi A1, A3 and S3 Sedan, A4 and RS 4 Avant, the A5 Coupe, Sportback, Cabriolet and RS 5, the A6, S6 & RS 6 Avant, A7, S7 & RS 7, A8 L & S8, the Audi Q3, Q5 and Q7, the Audi TT Coupe/Roadster and TT RS Coupe, the Audi R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder as well as R8 V10 plus.
Audi Middle East Communications
Janice Hinson
Mobile: +971 (0) 56 994 36 65
Email: janice.hinson@audi.avme.ae
Marion Englert
Mobile: +971 (0) 55 889 09 26
Email: extern.marion.englert@audi.avme.ae
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