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TE Connectivity showcases vision for the future in annual Corporate Responsibility ReportSCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- When a company the size of TE Connectivity, a global leader in connectors and sensors, works to change the future, the positive results can be felt around the world. TE details how it is working toward its purpose of building a safer, sustainable, connected and productive future through its products, partners and business practices in the 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report, released today. "Our employees genuinely want to feel like they are leaving the world a better place for the next generation and helping our customers do the same," said CEO Terrence Curtin. "I'm excited about all the ways we're using digitization in our global efforts, from creating a better online customer experience to increasing the safety and resource efficiency in our factories. It is also fulfilling to see how our enterprise strategy and purpose are aligning to sustainable long-term global growth trends such as the future of transportation, automation, life-saving medical devices, renewable energy solutions and connected everything." Supporting safer lives In addition to helping make the world saferwith its products, TE is also working to reduce risks in its own facilities. Since the launch of TE's Safety Assessment for Effectiveness program in 2010, the company has seen a 61% decrease in reportable accidents and received external recognitions for its safety initiatives globally. Three sites in Germany received the Golden Hand Award from safety insurance company BGHW for preventing hand and finger injuries. TE's plant in Thailand earned a Zero Accident Award from the Ministry of Labor in recognition of the 3.2 million hours of operation since its opening in 2015 without an incident. And in Greensboro, North Carolina, TE facilities earned two honors from the state Department of Labor: the Gold Safety Award and recertification through 2023 as a Carolina Star site. Enabling a sustainable tomorrow TE also supports customers developing the future of renewable energy. TE technology connects and protects electrical equipment for safe, reliable and high-performing wind farms, from wind turbines to the grid and on to substations. Creating a productive world Amplifying the connected life Visit te.com/responsibility to read the full report and learn more about TE's global corporate responsibility program. About TE Connectivity TE Connectivity, TE, TE connectivity (logo), are trademarks owned or licensed by the TE Connectivity Ltd. family of companies. Other logos, product(s) and/or company names might be trademarks of their respective owners. View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/te-connectivity-showcases-vision-for-the-future-in-annual-corporate-responsibility-report-300886824.html SOURCE TE Connectivity Ltd. |