Level of ambition: STI Shaper
Pledge 1
Pledge 2
Pledge 3
Scope of pledges
Programme status. Each participant carries a programme status that reflects the overall progress of its commitments: Engaged (commitments taken, work starting), Shaper (concrete measures under way), Leader (ambitious commitments largely delivered), Champion (the highest level, all commitments achieved and renewed). This status evolves over time.
Pledge levels. Every pledge is classified by ambition level, from 1 to 3, shown as dots next to its thematic. Level 1: a first, foundational commitment. Level 2: a concrete, measurable action with a defined target and timeline. Level 3: the most ambitious commitment, structural and verified against recognised standards.
Progress. Each pledge shows its progress: In progress (work under way within the agreed timeline), Achieved (target reached and validated), Delayed (timeline extended). Alumni companies keep their last recorded pledges and levels.
Founded in 1981 in Glovelier, BIWI SA is an expert in the creation and transformation of rubber, plastic and silicone. From watchmaking and jewelry to medical and military sectors, BIWI shapes innovative materials, providing state-of-the-art solutions to over 300 Swiss and international luxury brands. Its products are 100% manufactured in Switzerland. Committed to breakthrough innovation for over 40 years, BIWI steps up its game by harnessing creativity and pioneering approach.
| # | Pledge | Thematic · Level | Progress | SDGs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | By 2026, we recover 80 % of our rubber waste to recycle and incorporate it into our products.*
* Rubber accounts for 75 % of the raw materials injected at BIWI. The introduction of waste recovery will reduce our waste by 7t in 2026, compared with a total of 10t in 2020.
Typical waste: unvulcanised rubber (raw material scrap), vulcanised rubber (reject parts), partially vulcanised rubber (sprues & injection channels). |
EnvironmentLevel 2 | In progress | 12 |
| 2 | By 2024, 80 % of the plastic products offered to customers is biosourced or recycled.*
* Biosourced: Derived from biomass, through an eco-responsible process). Plastics account for 20% of the raw materials injected at BIWI.
In 2021, BIWI developed biosourced or recycled technical materials that can meet watchmaking specifications and are systematically offered to customers when the technical criteria can be met. |
EnvironmentLevel 2 | Achieved | 12 |
| 3 | By 2026, we achieve an employee satisfaction rate of 80 %.*
* The satisfaction rate will be assessed annually, starting in 2024, by an external body (not yet defined).
Update 2024: Assessed by Great Place to Work®. |
Fair Work & Internal EngagementLevel 3 | In progress | 4 |
Level 1–3: ambition of each pledge (1 = foundational, 3 = most ambitious). The programme status (STI Engaged → Shaper → Leader → Champion) reflects overall progress. SDGs = UN Sustainable Development Goals. Full explanation on the online profile.
