3.20.2007 - 02:00pm ET

(CSRwire) March 20, 2007 - BASF The Chemical Company - has published its 2006 Corporate Report entitled "Shaping the Future", supported by an online version and additional information available via http://www.reportalert.info/ra/BASF200307.htm.

Once again, BASF reports on the three dimensions of sustainability - the economy, the environment and social responsibility - focused on its key stakeholder groups: shareholders, business partners, employees, neighbors and society, and the environment.

Using examples from around the world, the Report demonstrates how BASF, the world's leader in the chemical industry, is successfully shaping the future together with its partners. This approach is exemplified in a special feature on the integration of new acquisitions, as seen through the eyes of new employees and customers.

The Report offers a wealth of information: from sales and earnings figures to details of the workforce structure and environmental data. It also records milestones in 2006 and provides details of social and educational projects supported by BASF.

It is oriented to the guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and has been independently audited and assured by Deloitte.

Printed copies can be ordered through the weblinks and company contact available on http://www.reportalert.info/ra/BASF200307.htm.

BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals to crude oil and natural gas. As a reliable partner to virtually all industries, BASF's high-value products and intelligent system solutions help its customers to be more successful. BASF develops new technologies and uses them to meet the challenges of the future and open up additional market opportunities. It combines economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, thus contributing to a better future. BASF has over 95,000 employees and posted sales of €52.6 billion in 2006. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA), New York (BF) and Zurich (AN). Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com/
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