Public Policy

The UN Sustainable Development Goal 17 stresses the need for public-private partnerships. Companies are playing an increasingly active role in society to support sustainable growth and innovation.

Sika contributes to positive global initiatives where it can, in line with the company’s strategy and business objectives, and shapes sustainable policy development. As a responsible corporate actor, Sika facilitates open, honest, and transparent communication with all stakeholders, including politicians, authorities, business associations, as well as non-government organizations, in several relevant policy areas including chemistry, climate change, energy, circular economy, and industrial, trade, and innovation policies.

According to its Code of Conduct, Sika commits to ethical and sustainable operations and development in all business activities. One company rule prescribes that “using Sika funds to support politicians, political candidates or political parties is prohibited. Donations to political campaigns supporting Sika’s strategy or business activities need to be approved by Group Management. In 2025, Sika did not give donations to parties, politicians, or related organizations.

Sika has a dedicated “Corporate Industry Transformation Strategy” function to manage and coordinate its Corporate Public Affairs and Advocacy efforts, particularly in the EU. This function reports directly to the Chief Innovation and Sustainability Officer for strategic alignment and governance. Sika has established an Advocacy Team that monitors relevant regulatory initiatives and respective Advocacy initiatives of Associations and coordinates and steers Sika's participation and input to those initiatives. Sika is a member of various trade and professional associations that support its advocacy efforts.