Prologue

Wieland-Werke AG and the companies of the Wieland Group have about 6,500 employees in more than 30 locations worldwide. We have defined our corporate guidelines in line with our particular economic, ecological and social responsibilities. The values laid down therein form the basis for our actions and illustrate on what principles we deal with business partners, shareholders, authorities, the media, and the public. Moreover, these guidelines define the basis for any cooperation between all employees of Wieland-Werke AG and the companies of the Wieland Group.