diversity & equality

fairness is the deal. respect is the culture.

Different backgrounds, identities, abilities, ages, beliefs and perspectives make us better for our customers. More creative. More resilient. More future‑ready. So we actively work to create an environment where everyone has equal opportunities to grow.

Our goals

30% women in leadership positions by 2030
15% non‑European leaders on management level  1 by 2030

our approach

promoting women in leadership positions

delfort aims to increase the share of women in leadership roles to at least 30% by 2030. Strengthening female leadership is key to advancing equality, enriching diversity and enhancing the quality of decision‑making across the company.

Our initiatives span the entire leadership pipeline - from targeted development and networking to structural support in day‑to‑day work - ensuring that women at delfort have the opportunities and conditions they need to grow, lead and shape the future.

building a global women’s network

delfort strengthens the advancement of women through the creation of a global women’s network. In parallel, engagement in the “women4paperindustry” initiative increases visibility for female experts and leaders in the paper industry and encourages new talent to pursue technical and leadership careers.
work–life balance through flexible work models

To ensure career paths remain accessible throughout all life phases, women are supported with flexible working hours, flexible work locations and tailored solutions for care responsibilities. Such life‑phase‑oriented flexibility reduces structural barriers and enables women to combine leadership responsibilities with private commitments in a sustainable way.
childcare and family support

Initiatives like the “delfort kids club” and local childcare offerings help women balance family life with leadership roles. This support creates predictability in everyday life and ensures continuity in personal development – essential foundations for long‑term success in leadership positions.

leading with intercultural diversity

We aim to sustainably strengthen intercultural diversity within our leadership structure and to achieve a share of at least 15% non‑European leaders at management level  1 by 2030. Culturally diverse teams enhance innovation, improve problem‑solving capabilities and foster a deeper understanding of our international customers.

intercultural focus in leadership hiring

A clear focus on intercultural aspects is embedded in our hiring process for Executive Senior Management roles and, wherever language requirements allow, also for levels below, ensuring that diverse global perspectives are consciously brought into key leadership decisions.
raising intercultural awareness across teams

Through dedicated intercultural awareness initiatives, we strengthen mutual understanding, foster open collaboration and help teams appreciate the value that different cultural backgrounds bring to our organization.
supporting global mobility and international experience

With ongoing professional support for global mobility, we enable employees to gain international experience through assignments and rotations, expanding their perspectives and deepening their intercultural competence.

powered by diversity

different nationalities make up team delfort! our diversity truly is one of our greatest strengths!

12.5

That’s the average number of years people stay at delfort. At some locations, the average is more than 19 years!

1291

years of experience have been accumulated by our employees at delfort.

where talent becomes customer value

For our 20‑year anniversary, we’re celebrating the true engine behind our sustainability progress: our globally diverse team. With colleagues from all mills and regions, we bring together different perspectives, skills, and cultural strengths under one brand creating a powerful combination that drives innovation and accelerates our business.
This diversity delivers real value to our customers through broader expertise, smarter solutions, and a deeper understanding of their needs.

Discover the people who make this impact possible.