Panel Discussion: „How to implement CSR in the supply chain for Sino-European Enterprises?“
Dr. Cheng Yi-Heng, Senior Mananger Responsible Care and Quality Management Asia Pacific
Summary:
BASF is the world’s leading chemical company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals to crude oil and natural gas. In 2004, BASF had sales of more than �37 billion (circa $47 billion) and over 82,000 employees worldwide.
BASF is one of the biggest foreign investors in the China chemical industry. The company currently has over 4,000 employees, operates 10 wholly owned subsidiaries and 9 joint ventures in Shanghai, Nanjing, Guangzhou, Jilin, Shenyang and Hsinchu. In 2004, BASF achieved sales of over EUR 1.9 billion in Greater China.
BASF acts responsibly throughout the entire supply chain to build stable and sustainable relationships with her business partners. In line with the Responsible Care® initiative, BASF selects carriers, service providers and suppliers, not just based of price, but also on their performance in environmental, health safety and social responsibility.
