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Antje von Dewitz receives the Federal Order of Merit from the Federal President

• Highest recognition for the common good
• Role models for living the values of democracy honored

Tettnang, 01.10.2024 - On October 1, Antje von Dewitz, Managing Director of VAUDE, was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany by Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Bellevue Palace in Berlin. This honor recognizes her commitment as a "family entrepreneur, environmentalist, defender of human rights and role model for sustainable and social entrepreneurship in the textile industry" at the highest level of government. As part of the Day of German Unity, a total of 28 citizens received this award for their outstanding commitment to the values of democracy.

VAUDE consistently reduces emissions - Net Zero by 2040

• VAUDE reduces global emissions as quickly as possible on a large scale
• 50 percent fewer emissions by 2030 (compared to 2019)
• VAUDE meets the 1.5 degree target

Tettnang, 24.09.2024 - Climate protection is human protection - this becomes particularly clear in view of the dramatic flood situation in Central and Eastern Europe. According to scientific findings, these floods are due to climate change. Therefore, further warming must be stopped urgently - by switching to renewable energies and reducing CO2 emissions. "A 'business as usual' approach would be fatal. That's why it has long been clear to us that we need to take action," explains Antje von Dewitz, VAUDE Managing Director.

VAUDE invests in the production site in Tettnang

• VAUDE invests over one million euros in production at the company site
• Technological lead through innovative automation process
• VAUDE "Made in Germany" products: 100% PVC-free and environmentally certified

Tettnang, 09.09.2024 - VAUDE is known worldwide for the production of waterproof "Made in Germany" products, which are manufactured at the Tettnang site using a high-frequency welding process in accordance with the highest environmental standards. The sustainable outdoor brand has been producing high-quality backpacks, bike and lifestyle bags here since 1980. VAUDE completely avoids the use of PVC materials, which are extremely harmful to the environment and health. The company, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has now invested over one million euros in the further modernization of the production site in Tettnang and rebuilt the production layout according to the latest industry standards.

From a bold vision to a pioneer of innovation and sustainability

Tettnang, 06.05.2024 - The term "outdoor" did not yet exist when Albrecht von Dewitz founded the company in 1974. Today, VAUDE is one of Europe's leading outdoor brands in a market that the family business from Tettnang has successfully helped to shape. VAUDE has repeatedly set new standards and made outdoor history with legendary products, from the first dome wall tent "Space" to ultra-light high-tech equipment and functional clothing made from innovative recycled or bio-based materials. The strong pioneering spirit that has driven this groundbreaking product development and produced many outstanding milestones can still be felt everywhere at VAUDE today. Since Antje von Dewitz took over the management of the company from her father in 2009, VAUDE has broken new ground as a sustainability pioneer and attracted attention with sustainable and innovative new products as well as visionary business models.