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Release of 2009 CSR Report - Coca-Cola Hellenic Maintains Sustainability Commitments

Release of 2009 CSR Report - Coca-Cola Hellenic Maintains Sustainability Commitments

Published 05-21-10

Submitted by Coca-Cola HBC

Coca-Cola Hellenic, one of Europe's leading bottlers of non-alcoholic beverages, continued extending its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments during the 2009 global economic downturn, according to the Company’s latest report, "Towards Sustainability".

The seventh annual report details initiatives, progress and future sustainability goals in the Company's 28 countries of operation and covers activities in all key focus areas both in its own operations, and through strong stakeholder partnerships aimed at benefiting the communities it serves.

Among major highlights was the construction of three Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plants during the year. They represent the first wave of 15 plants being constructed in 12 countries, and will contribute to cutting CO2 emissions by an average of 20% in the group's manufacturing operations.

The Company has worked with suppliers to develop a range of 14 new-generation cooler units that eliminate hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and provide up to two-thirds greater energy efficiency. The introduction of 10,000 units in 2009 brought the total in the marketplace to 18,000 - a figure that will be trebled by the end of 2010, helping to reduce the company's Scope 3 carbon emissions.

Through all of its actions in 2009, relative scope 1 and 2 emissions were reduced by 4%, bringing the total amount lowered since 2002 to 31%.

In further supporting the climate strategy of Coca-Cola Hellenic, the lightweighting of packaging improved efficiency by avoiding more than 4,500 tonnes of materials, 9% more than the previous year. Across operations, through Company-wide recovery programmes, the equivalent of 66% of bottles and cans was recycled.

Special attention was given to the protection and preservation of water resources. In addition to continuing the construction of water treatment facilities at bottling plants, partnerships with governments, NGOs and communities were established and further developed to conserve waterways, including those involving the Danube and Tisza river systems.

Another focus in 2009 was the strengthening of measures to protect employees. A structured three-year Health & Safety plan was begun aimed at substantially cutting accidents in the workplace. During the year a further five plants achieved the international occupational health certification, OHSAS 18001, and the Company recorded a drop in serious accidents of 26% compared to 2008.

Coca-Cola Hellenic maintained its support of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) throughout the year, and actively participated in the CEO Water Mandate and Caring for Climate, contributing to activities in local networks in 13 countries.

The Company was recognised as one of 44 leaders selected from a short list of 130 to qualify for 'Notable' status in the UNGC Communications on Progress listing. This makes it the only beverage company and the only Greece-based company to achieve this leadership status www.unpri.org/files/leaders2010.pdf.

Recognition of the Company's CSR commitments and achievements was demonstrated through its listing on the Dow Jones Sustainability World, and European STOXX, indexes for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 10% of most sustainable companies worldwide, and the top five sustainable beverages companies.

The full CSR report, which follows the Sustainability Reporting Guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), can be viewed at www.coca-colahellenic.com.

About Coca-Cola Hellenic
Coca-Cola Hellenic is one of the world's largest bottlers of products of The Coca-Cola Company with sales of more than 2 billion unit cases. It has broad geographic reach with operations in 28 countries serving a population of approximately 560 million people. Coca-Cola Hellenic offers a diverse range of ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages in the sparkling, juice, water, sport, energy, tea and coffee categories. Coca-Cola Hellenic is committed to promoting sustainable development in order to create value for its business and for society. This includes providing products that meet the beverage needs of consumers, fostering an open and inclusive work environment, conducting our business in ways that protect and preserve the environment and contribute to the socio-economic development of our local communities.

Coca-Cola Hellenic's shares are listed on the Athens Exchange (ATHEX: EEEK), with a secondary listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: CCB). Coca-Cola Hellenic's American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CCH). Coca-Cola Hellenic is included in the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good Indexes. For more information, please visit www.coca-colahellenic.com

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Coca-Cola HBC is the second-largest bottler of the brands of The Coca-Cola Company in terms of volume with sales of more than 2 billion unit cases. It has a broad geographic footprint with operations in 28 countries serving a population of approximately 585 million people. Coca-Cola HBC offers a diverse range of non-alcoholic ready to drink beverages in the sparkling, juice, water, sport, energy, tea and coffee categories. Coca-Cola HBC is committed to promoting sustainable development in order to create value for its business and for society. This includes providing products that meet the beverage needs of consumers, fostering an open and inclusive work environment, conducting its business in ways that protect and preserve the environment and contribute to the socio-economic development of the local communities.

 

Coca-Cola HBC has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: CCH) and its shares are listed on the Athens Exchange (ATHEX: EEE). Coca-Cola HBC’s American depositary shares (ADSs) are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CCH). Coca-Cola HBC is included in the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good Indexes. For more information, please visit www.coca-colahellenic.com.

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