Sika receives the 2026 German Sustainability Award for its technology leadership Dienstag, 06. Januar 2026 - 09:07
Sika has received the renowned German Sustainability Award for its SikaBaffle® AutoStack system. The jury recognized the design for improvements in logistics, material efficiency, and energy use across the automotive supply chain.
SikaBaffle® AutoStack are thermally cavity-sealing parts used during the e-coat and paint process to protect vehicle body cavities from noise, dust, and moisture. The modular, stackable geometry increases packaging density by up to 200%, reducing CO2 emissions, storage requirements, and logistical costs. The use of recycled materials and low-bake curing technology reduces the product’s global warming potential and energy demand compared to conventional materials.
The German Sustainability Award is Europe’s largest distinction for ecological and social responsibility. The award acknowledges products that make a meaningful contribution to five essential areas: climate, resources, nature, value chain, and society. According to the jury, the product demonstrated verified sustainability impacts, strong long-term scalability, and a clear commitment to circularity.
The German Sustainability Award (Deutscher Nachhaltigkeitspreis) is presented by the German Sustainability Award Foundation in cooperation with leading institutions including the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB), WWF, and the German Chambers of Industry and Commerce. The competition uses a multi-stage selection process based on transparent sustainability criteria and lifecycle assessments to identify solutions that accelerate transformation across key areas of society and industry.
