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The CLASSEN Group has received the Cradle to Cradle Certified® Material Health Certificate in bronze for its CERAMIN flooring, as the materials used have been selected with health and environmental friendliness in mind. This confirms the high quality and reusability of the materials. At the same time, it underlines the company's commitment to sustainable, safe and recyclable products.

Classen and i4F are strengthening their patent partnership, which now also includes Classen's polypropylene (PP) technologies. In addition, CLASSEN is using the i4F Drop-Lock system for its PP products, which are produced in Kaisersesch with a capacity of over 20 million square meters. i4F is receiving licensing rights for the PP technology and is expanding its portfolio of sustainable material solutions – a step towards more environmentally friendly flooring.

The CLASSEN Group has been awarded the prestigious Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label for CERAMIN®. This honour confirms CERAMIN® as one of the most sustainable and efficient solutions in the construction and renovation industry.

On October 14, 2024, the innovative material CERAMIN was awarded the German Design Award in the “Winner” category for its outstanding design quality and sustainable properties. This prestigious award recognizes products that impress with their innovative approach and functional design and thus contribute to the sustainable transformation of the economy. The German Design Award is regarded as a benchmark for pioneering design developments.

During his visit to Baruth/Mark today, Brandenburg's Minister of Economic Affairs, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörg Steinbach, toured the Classen Group's laminate and fiberboard plant and learned about the planned measures to reduce CO2 emissions. The plant intends to cover its electricity requirements from renewable sources in future. To this end, Classen is planning to build a wind farm together with the naturwind group of companies.

The CLASSEN Group is pleased to announce the publication of its Sustainability Report for the years 2022/23. The report is a key tool for transparently presenting our commitment to sustainable development and our progress in the areas of environmental, social and governance (ESG).

Michael Kellner, Parliamentary State Secretary to the Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, today handed over the funding decision for the heating network planning in Baruth and Mückendorf. The grant of EUR 631,761.50 from the federal funding for efficient heating networks (BEW, Module 1) is specifically earmarked for the planning costs of the heating network in Baruth and Mückendorf. The grant is an important milestone for the “Energy for Baruth” project.

Michael Kellner, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, visited Baruth/Mark yesterday to find out about the local energy supply concept for industry and residents of the Brandenburg municipality. Together with the Classen Group and other partners, the naturwind Group is planning to build a wind farm, a heating network and a hydrogen plant. The "Energy for Baruth" project pursues a decentralized and holistic approach. It aims to supply industry and residents regionally with electricity and heat. The wind power generated remains 100 percent in the region.

The CLASSEN Group announces the completion and publication of the DECLARE label for its latest product CERAMIN Flex. This PVC-free dryback product is aimed specifically at the contract sector and sets new standards in terms of environmental compatibility and health safety.

The CLASSEN Group is pleased to announce the completion of its new, modern showroom in Kaisersesch. With over 700 square meters, the renovated space offers an innovative and inspiring environment for customers, partners and employees.