Sustainability

The new cattle slaughterhouse in Oensingen (CH) will bring important progress in the fields of animal welfare, hygiene, ergonomics, energy efficiency and productivity. The planning and design process places great emphasis on ensuring animal-friendly herding practices, lighting concepts, floor coverings and noise-avoidance measures. Commissioning will start in summer 2025.

The expansion is not only a game changer in terms of design and functionality, but also with regard to sustainability. The new building includes a new drainage concept with a sustainable wastewater treatment plant and state-of-theart photovoltaic systems. Solar power is also used by the building system for heat pumps and heat recovery systems that can either be used for heating or cooling, as required. All the roofs of the building are being greened. Commissioning is scheduled for the second half of 2025.

Seven new photovoltaic systems came online in 2024 at the locations of Bell International at Harkebrügge (DE), Edewecht (DE) and Niepołomice (PL), at Hubers/Sütag in Pfaffstätt (AT) and Ampfing (DE), at Hilcona in Schaan (FL) and at Hügli in Langenhaslach (DE).

In the reporting year, the Bell Food Group once again developed tailored energy efficiency measures and CO2 reduction measures for its production facilities at various locations. These include the installation of energy-efficient production technologies such as ventilation and air-conditioning systems, water heating and LED lighting.