Our approach

We want Avon to be a positive force for good for our employees, customers and communities in which we operate. Sustainability generates value for all our stakeholders - if we do it with purpose.

Vision Mission Approach

Vision

We want Avon Technologies to be a positive force for good.

Technician using a laser alignment tool on a tactical ballistics helmet during safety testing in a workshop.

Mission

To inspire small actions which, together, make meaningful difference.

Engineering team collaborating on a laptop in a high-tech manufacturing facility for Avon Protection.

Approach

Our approach is built on three core pillars, supported by strong governance to ensure alignment and accountability across all areas.

Within these pillars, we’ve defined clear focus areas that will guide us toward achieving our goals.

  • People
  • Process
  • Product
Skilled technician performing precision assembly on a respirating mask at a specialized manufacturing workstation.

Sustainability performance 2025

People

76%

Employee engagement score. (Target of 80% by 2030).

People

10

Lost Time Incidents per 1000 employees. (Target 0).

People

$140k+

Total donations to charity. (No set target).

People

45+

Number of charity and community causes supported. (No set target).

Process

24%

Reduction in defects against prior year. (Target of 40% YOY).

Process

38%

Reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions against baseline 2023. (Target of 25% by 2028 as a percentage of revenue).

Products

4.3%

R&D expenditure as a percentage of revenue. (Target R&D spend between 4-5% of revenue).

Products

9

Product launches. (No set target).

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UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)

Through our sustainability efforts, we support the UN SDGs, 17 global objectives aimed at ending poverty, protecting the planet, and promoting prosperity. We’ve identified five UN SDGs that closely align with our focus areas.

Our Annual Report provides a comprehensive overview of our sustainability pillars, key disclosures and a summary of our policies and procedures that drive our commitment to responsible business practices.

Annual Report & Accounts 2025