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Driving a strong Sustainability strategy
Strength through diversity:
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Ensures the right balance is obtained between technical, financial and cost aspects of the works and is our ambassador towards our client and the site.
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Specifies the geotechnical site investigations, analyses the results and establishes a state of the art geotechnical design.
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Ensures the constructability in terms of safety and production of our designs.
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is responsible for all engineering aspects of the project, the models, drawing and verification to secure practical an buildable structures
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is responsible to set up and follow up the agreed rules to manage both geometrical (3D models) as well as non-geometrical information (specifications, codes,…)
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Takes care to produce the necessary high quality shop drawings within the agreed schedule
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Designs innovative façade concepts that comply with all architectural, structural, environmental and comfort requirements.
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Develops concepts and solutions to improve the performance of our buildings in terms of environmental impact and energy consumption.
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Specifies the requirements on the concrete mix in accordance with the design and assist our sites to ensure a state of the art and durable execution of all concrete works.
Sustainability Roadmap
At BESIX Group, we are driven by our mission of "creating sustainable solutions for a better world." We integrate Sustainability & ESG into every part of our processes, ensuring that sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our sustainability strategy is built on four core commitments and eight strategic pillars.
Our double materiality matrix unfolded
Paving the path to sustainability
In 2023, BESIX focused on aligning its sustainability and ESG priorities with the interests of its key stakeholders. To guide this alignment, we conducted our first comprehensive "Double Materiality Assessment" (DMA) to identify critical ESG risks and opportunities. The assessment looked at two key factors:
Impact Materiality: How BESIX's activities influence the environment and society, both positively and negatively.
Financial Materiality: How ESG factors affect BESIX’s financial health, considering the risks and opportunities linked to our ESG performance.
The DMA encompassed the full scope of BESIX Group’s operations, including Construction, Infrastructure, Real Estate, and BESIX Invest, covering every stage of the value chain—from sourcing materials to the construction and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure.
To ensure a comprehensive understanding, the DMA included an employee survey and interviews with key internal and external stakeholders, allowing us to gather a broad range of perspectives.
Double Materiality Assessment
The insights from our Double Materiality Assessment and ongoing stakeholder engagement shape BESIX’s ESG strategy. We embed sustainability into our business, aligning long-term priorities with governance best practices.
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Our commitments
We are committed to driving meaningful change through our sustainability objectives and actions, guided by three powerful global frameworks:
The UN Global Compact
We actively integrate the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact into our operations, focusing on human rights, labour, the environment, and anti-corruption. This framework strengthens our commitment to responsible business practices and creating a positive societal impact. We’ve been a proud member of the United Nations Global Compact since 2016.
The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The SDGs provide a global roadmap to tackle the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges. Since 2017, we have aligned our strategies with these goals, focusing on areas where we can have the greatest impact.
The Belgian SDG Charter for Development
As a signatory of this charter, we collaborate with fellow Belgian companies and organizations to accelerate progress towards the SDGs, both in Belgium and globally. The Belgian SDG Charter focuses on the 5 ‘Ps’ of the SDGs:
People,
Planet,
Profit,
Peace,
and Partnerships.
Internal Organisation ESG Governance
Our board of directors is fully committed to achieving the objectives we strive for.
Partners in sustainability
Partners in sustainability
BESIX actively collaborates with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve a sustainable value chain. These stakeholders include:
· Employees: Their well-being, skills development, and engagement are crucial for our success.
· Clients: We partner with clients who share our sustainability goals, offering them expertise to make their projects more sustainable
· Suppliers: We partner with suppliers who share our commitment to sustainability.
· Regulators: We comply with all relevant regulations and actively participate in shaping sustainable construction practices.
· NGOs: We collaborate with NGOs to address environmental and social challenges in the communities we serve.
Through regular meetings, surveys, and conferences, we foster open dialogue and gather valuable feedback. This feedback informs our sustainability strategy and ensures it aligns with stakeholder expectations.
Corporate governance framework
Strong governance is essential for sustainable business performance in today's complex construction industry. BESIX Group's commitment to excellence goes beyond standard practice, embedding sustainability and ethical considerations into every aspect of its operations.
BESIX Group's corporate governance framework combines sustainable business principles with creating long-term value through ethical practices in its global construction activities.
Building a network for change
We are proud to be part of several industry associations and working groups focused on advancing sustainability in construction. These memberships enable us to:
Share best practices and knowledge with industry leaders
Advocate for positive change in the regulatory landscape
Collaborate on innovative solutions to overcome sustainability challenges
Stay informed on the latest developments in ESG practices
Our memberships & participation
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