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Hilti Group 2023 Company Report
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Dive into Franck Goddio's 2023 Maritime Archaeology Journey
In 2023, Franck Goddio and his team have succeeded in discovering amazing new artifacts at Thonis-Heracleion in Egypt. Some of the beautiful and ancient objects found below the sea are now part of the world’s largest archaeological collection in the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. Furthermore, we also celebrate the 20th anniversary of the cooperation with the University of Oxford.
Hilti Foundation: looking back on 2023
Our ambition to contribute to a better society is stronger than ever, a dynamic force that continues to gain momentum. The great work of our more than 33,000 Hilti team members and the commitment of our customers and partners enables us to invest in large-scale initiatives globally.
20th Anniversary of the Oxford Centre for Maritime Archaeology
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the foundation of the Oxford Centre for Maritime Archaeology (OCMA). The OCMA was established as a collaborative venture by the School of Archaeology at the University of Oxford, the European Institute for Underwater Archaeology (IEASM) under the direction of Franck Goddio, and the Hilti Foundation which has supported his archaeological expeditions since 1996. The aim was to create a center of expertise for Maritime Archaeology at the University.
Volunteer Experience: Building Houses in Srebrenica
Contributing to the communities in which we live and work are becoming more and more important in today’s world. Hilti recognizes this need and encourages its team members’ social commitment through the corporate volunteering program Engaged Beyond Business (EBB). One of our recent volunteers shares about his exciting experience about his EBB trip to Bosnia and Hercegovina.
Building Bridges through Music Education
Like in many other developing countries, children and young people from South African’s Townships lack opportunities to develop their full potential. Music can make a difference. By making music collectively young people develop competencies and key life skills that can open the way to a self-determined future.
Sunken Secrets: Franck Goddio’s Team Discovers New Artifacts at Thonis-Heracleion
The sunken temple of Thonis-Heracleion has unveiled its long-held treasures and secrets as an underwater archaeological team, led by Franck Goddio in collaboration with the Department of Underwater Archaeology of Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, made significant discoveries in the Bay of Aboukir off the Egyptian coast.
When Talent Meets Opportunity – the Story of Ruth Wairimu
Every year, about a million young people flood the Kenyan labor market. Most of them have little chance of finding a job because they lack the financial means to attend college or university. Adding to the problem, the current Kenyan vocational training system is largely disconnected from the needs of the private sector.
Investing in the Development of Daycare Leaders
The Liechtenstein Daycare Association is enhancing its leadership through targeted further education, supported by the Hilti Family Foundation Liechtenstein. Through this training, leaders and their deputies gain essential skills for greater self-responsibility and handling increasingly complex leadership and care tasks.
“supergut” Promoting Biodiversity in Liechtenstein
“supergut” is an initiative to promote biodiversity in Liechtenstein. Together with a network of experts, the Hilti Family Foundation Liechtenstein aims to make biological diversity a topic for everyone.
Initiative "supergut" Aims to Inspire Liechtenstein to Embrace greater Biodiversity
"supergut" is an initiative dedicated to promoting biodiversity in Liechtenstein. With the support of a network of experts, the Hilti Family Foundation Liechtenstein aims to make biodiversity a topic of interest for everyone.
Tackling the Global Housing Crisis with Bamboo
By 2030, it is predicted that 3 billion people worldwide will be living in substandard housing. Affecting their education, health and livelihood, this is one of the reasons why underprivileged families remain in the so-called poverty trap. To help alleviate this situation, the Hilti Foundation, together with the BASE Bahay Foundation, collaborate for affordable technology solutions to improve housing and the lives of low-income families.
Commitment to Biodiversity
As part of a reintroduction project led by the University of Vienna, the Eurasian Eagle-Owl, which was once considered extinct in Central Europe, has successfully been reestablished in the region.
Sindbad Mentoring Program for Equal Opportunities
Since 2021, Sindbad Vorarlberg has been dedicated to promoting equal opportunities. As a project partner of Sindbad, the Hilti Family Foundation Liechtenstein is particularly pleased that Hilti employees are also volunteering as mentors within the program.
Systemic Change in Healthcare Delivery in Zambia
A game-changing approach of decentralized vocational education of nurses and midwifes, implemented by SolidarMed and funded by the Hilti Foundation, has proven effective in Zambia. Now, the Ministry of Health has decided to make it a national education standard to be implemented nationwide.
The Power of Music - the Story of Athzel Pino
Imagine knowing from a very young age that music is your life. You dream of becoming a professional musician and enchanting audiences on the world’s leading stages. But there’s a catch: You live in one of Lima’s poorest neighborhoods, where money is scarce, and opportunities are few. This is the story of Athzel, a young Peruvian,
Goddio’s Finds on Display: Colossal Statues from Thonis-Heracleion now in the Grand Egyptian Museum
Two colossal statues retrieved by Franck Goddio and his team from the ancient sunken city of Thonis-Heracleion (Aboukir Bay), are now on display at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, near Cairo. They are part of one of the world’s largest underwater archaeological research projects, supported by the Hilti Foundation.
Concert: Alban Berg Ensemble Vienna welcomes Iberacademy Medellín
Young musicians from Iberacademy Medellín understand excellence not only as a leitmotif in music, but as something that determines their entire work in and through music. This attitude corresponds almost ideally to the approach of the Alban Berg Ensemble Wien, which cultivates a highly innovative character in its concert programs and their presentation - always connected to the past and devoted to the new. Therefore, the ensemble has invited students from Iberacademy to participate in its new concert cycle at the Josephinum Vienna.
PropelA: Vocational Training for a Skilled Workforce in Kenya
According to projections, about one million young people flood the Kenyan labor market every year. However, most of them have hardly any chance of finding a job, as the current vocational training is largely disconnected from the needs of the private sector. That is why the Hilti Foundation, together with Swisscontact and Kenyan experts, has launched the dual vocational training initiative Propel A, which offers the younger generation excellent, dual education that meets the market's needs.
Study on What We Know about Biodiversity in Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein, with its area of approximately 160 square kilometers, is a small country in terms of size. However, it boasts a variety of natural landscapes, ranging from the lowlands to high-altitude regions. But what do we really know about biodiversity in Liechtenstein, and how can we advocate for its preservation?