The global political landscape is highly dynamic, markets are evolving, and artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly important. To survive and thrive in these changing markets over the long term, we must regularly question and realign our strategy and our self-image, as well as our corporate and leadership culture. In doing so, we aim to build on what has proven successful and continue to improve what we have.
Following a comprehensive employee survey, we therefore worked together with our leadership team — based on our strategy — to develop a clear vision, mission, and shared values for the entire VULKAN Group through a series of workshops.
We ensure that systems work better.
Our mission is to ensure that systems work better. This statement is not an empty promise. It describes our mindset, our way of working, and our standards. Our mission guides all our decisions, processes, and projects. It combines our expertise with our goal of not only operating systems but also improving them — for our customers, for our partners, and for ourselves. This can only be achieved through bold decisions, a spirit of innovation, and, fundamentally, as a team effort.
World´s best systems run with VULKAN technology.
Our vision means: We want to develop reliable, well-thought-out solutions that our customers worldwide can rely on. This means that VULKAN technologies from the Marine, Industry and Energy, as well as Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Business Areas are our customers’ first choice worldwide, and that we provide the right solutions for their diverse systems and applications.
To realize our vision, we have a mission that drives us every day. The following Corporate Values serve as a compass, guiding us in the same direction along this journey.
We think about the future — not the status quo, because for us, innovation means questioning the status quo and boldly breaking new ground.
We actively shape our future instead of passively managing it.
We act in a solution-oriented and creative manner, because we see challenges as opportunities.
We develop new ideas, test them boldly, and learn quickly.
We foster openness and curiosity, because we know that innovation arises where different perspectives are welcomed and asking questions is expressly encouraged.
We leverage technology and knowledge, to become better. To this end, we use modern tools, data, and insights to continuously improve our processes, products, and decisions.
We work collaboratively — is a team sport. New ideas take effect through collaboration across departments, functions, and countries.
We learn from mistakes — not from perfection. For us, experiments, prototypes, and evolving progress are part of our culture. We view mistakes as learning steps, not setbacks.
We create value for our customers and the market, because we pursue a single goal: to use innovation to create solutions that delight our customers and strengthen our competitive position.
Examples of our innovative strength include modern, future-proof product developments, the introduction of new software, the use of AI — for example, in connection with the implementation of an HR chatbot — and our employee development initiative “grow.”
Our leadership style also fosters innovation, as we motivate our employees — as well as ourselves — to learn continuously, think holistically, create new things, and develop ourselves further on an ongoing basis.
We make decisions — even when they’re uncomfortable. This means: We take responsibility and take a clear stand, even when we’re unsure.
We dare to try new things and consciously step outside our comfort zone. We blaze new trails, seize opportunities, and consciously weigh risks.
We stand up for our convictions. We express our opinions constructively — regardless of hierarchy — and advocate for what we believe is right.
We act proactively instead of waiting. We want to be the first to initiate change — as a company, but also as individual employees. This means: We actively shape the future instead of waiting for external impulses.
We learn from mistakes instead of fearing them. Because courageous organizations allow experimentation. We view mistakes as a source of experience, not as a flaw.
We speak openly and respectfully about challenges. Because courage is transparency — especially when things aren’t going ideally. Openness builds trust.
We support one another in being courageous, because courage does not arise on its own. We create an environment in which people feel confident to share ideas, implement them, and take on responsibility.
Exemplary of our courage is our investment in promising startups as well as active conflict resolution within the VULKAN Group.
We practice a courageous leadership style by creating clarity, making decisions, and taking responsibility.
We act collectively — not just individually, because we see ourselves as a team and make decisions that serve our shared success, not just our own interests.
We actively support one another. This means being there for one another, helping before we’re asked and standing together even in challenging situations.
We treat one another with respect and appreciation. We listen, try to understand, and take each other’s perspectives seriously. Every voice counts.
We share knowledge openly and naturally, because knowledge is not a competitive advantage for individuals, but a lever for all of us. We learn from one another and with one another.
We create a trusting environment by giving our employees the security and framework to speak openly, admit mistakes, and grow. Trust is our foundation.
We celebrate shared successes — and face challenges together. Because our culture thrives on the fact that we never leave anyone behind. Success grows where we strengthen one another.
We take responsibility for one another by looking out for each other, encouraging one another, and ensuring that everyone can give their best — both professionally and personally.
Good examples of how the value of “For One Another” is lived out at VULKAN include joint team days, supported knowledge transfer, our culture of learning from mistakes, and company events where the workforce comes together.