How is the subject of corporate governance treated at ThyssenKrupp?
Good corporate governance is a high priority for ThyssenKrupp. We believe that good corporate governance is an important basis for the success of the company. For us, corporate governance is a standard which embraces all areas of the company. We want to honor and maintain the trust placed in us by investors, financial markets, business partners, employees and the general public and to continuously improve corporate governance in the Group. The Executive Board and Supervisory Board work closely together for the good of the Company. They regard it as their duty to secure the Company’s continued existence and sustainable value creation through responsible corporate governance focused on the long term. An intensive, continuous dialogue between the two boards is the basis for efficient corporate management. We have enhanced and intensified this dialogue step by step and in accordance with national and international standards.