Since Unilever was established in the 1890s, brands with a social mission have been at the core of our business, and now corporate responsibility underpins our strategy. With more than 400 brands focused on health and wellbeing, no company touches so many people’s lives in so many different ways.

We realise innovation is key to our progress, and through cutting-edge science we’re constantly enhancing our brands, improving their nutritional properties, taste, fragrance, or functionality. We invest nearly €1 billion every year in research and development, and have established laboratories around the world where our scientists explore new thinking and techniques, applying their expertise to our products.

It is vital we have people with the right talent, skills and creativity to support our growth ambitions. To ensure our long-term prosperity, we want everyone to be healthy, motivated and committed. As part of our Sustainable Living Plan, we have set ourselves new targets for creating a better workplace. These include reducing workplace injuries and accidents and improving employee health and nutrition.