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Knorr Bremse AG

Common Name
Knorr Bremse
Country
Germany
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto Parts
Employees
25,809
Ticker
KBX
Exchange
Deutsche Börse Frankfurt
Description
Knorr-Bremse AG is a German-based global leader in manufacturing braking systems and other subsystems for rail and commercial vehicles, operating since 1905 from its headquarters in Munich. The compan...

Knorr Bremse's Waste Data Preview

In 2025, Knorr Bremse conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.

Metric (tonnes)20252024
Total Waste Generated
59,800a
65,500a
Total Waste Recovered
51,700a
56,500a
Total Hazardous Waste Generated
8,300a
8,600a
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
5,100a
6,000a
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a. Knorr Bremse's Annual Report 2025

Insights into Knorr Bremse's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2025, Knorr Bremse generated a total of 59,800metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 86.45% of Knorr Bremse's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 13.55% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a

Knorr Bremse's Waste Recovery Rate

86%

How much of Knorr Bremse's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2025, Knorr Bremse reported a total waste generation of 59,800 metric tonnes, of which 86.45% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Knorr Bremse has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a

Has Knorr Bremse reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2025, Knorr Bremse's total waste generation has decreased by 8.7%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a

Over the same period, Knorr Bremse's waste recovery rate remained relatively stable.a

Knorr Bremse’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

20242025020 k40 k60 k80 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Knorr Bremse’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2025, Knorr Bremse generated a total of 59,800 metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 13.88% of Knorr Bremse's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment.86.12% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a

Knorr Bremse’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

20242025020 k40 k60 k80 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Knorr Bremse reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2025, Knorr Bremse's total waste generation has decreased by 8.7%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a

a

Overall, Knorr Bremse's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.a

How does Knorr Bremse treat its hazardous waste?

In 2025, Knorr Bremse reported that 8,300 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 13.88% of its overall waste generation.a

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (63.86%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Knorr Bremse has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a

Breakdown of Knorr Bremse's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(5.0%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(8.9%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(8.5%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(77.6%)
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