COWI Snapshot
COWI is a company that is driven by more than money and ambition. We are a company that is based on vision and values. We exist to create sustainable societies with a clear COWI DNA in everything we do. This commitment has created the COWI we are today – a company that has existed for more than 90 years.
VISION
TOGETHER, WE SHAPE A SUSTAINABLE AND LIVEABLE WORLD
DO THE RIGHT THING, ALWAYS
WE ARE CURIOUS
We ask questions and listen to our customers.
We pursue new knowledge and insights.
WE ARE COURAGEOUS
We explore new ways to improve.
We make decisions and take action in good time, even when this is difficult.
WE CARE
We take care of customers and COWI - people and planet.
We pay attention to and respect each other.
WE CO-CREATE
We collaborate with customers, partners and colleagues.
We embrace diversity in our teams to create better solutions.
WE COMMIT
We do what we say and deliver on our promises.
We make an extra effort to deliver strong results.
VISION
TOGETHER, WE SHAPE A SUSTAINABLE AND LIVEABLE WORLD
DO THE RIGHT THING, ALWAYS
WE ARE CURIOUS
We ask questions and listen to our customers.
We pursue new knowledge and insights.
WE ARE COURAGEOUS
We explore new ways to improve.
We make decisions and take action in good time, even when this is difficult.
WE CARE
We take care of customers and COWI - people and planet.
We pay attention to and respect each other.
WE CO-CREATE
We collaborate with customers, partners and colleagues.
We embrace diversity in our teams to create better solutions.
WE COMMIT
We do what we say and deliver on our promises.
We make an extra effort to deliver strong results.
Together with customers, partners and colleagues, we shape a future where people and societies grow and flourish. We do that by co-creating sustainable and beautiful solutions that improve the quality of life for people today and many generations ahead.
Our starting point is gaining a deep understanding of our customers, their aspirations and concerns. This is what sets us apart and how we deliver long-term value.
Primarily located in Scandinavia, the UK, North America and India, we are currently 8,000 people, who offer our expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment.
OUR AMBITION
Our vision is our overall guiding star that sets a long-term direction for all our business. To propel us forward and guide us in the mid-term, we have formulated our aspirations for a 3-5-year horizon in seven key areas. There is no fixed deadline for reaching them, but we believe that this is what an excellent performance for COWI looks like.
Customers & partners:
We are a customer-centric company with the most satisfied customers in our peer group; we are highly attractive to partners.
Employees:
We are a truly diverse company, which attracts the best talent and have strongly engaged employees who constantly develop their personal and technical skills.
Reputation & brand:
We are recognized by society as thought leaders who combine know-how, holistic approach, and a true commitment to sustainability.
Market position:
In our market priority sectors, we are leaders in sustainable energy solutions, climate adaptation & water, large buildings and large infrastructure projects.
Sustainability:
We always contribute to moving our customers towards sustainability. 100% of our revenue come from projects which support this drive towards sustainability.
Innovation:
Together with our customers and partners, we drive innovation in an open and collaborative environment; we are leaders in digitalization, and we explore new sustainable technologies and materials.
Business performance:
We are top quartile performers in our peer group. We deliver a total shareholder return of >15% annually; >10% EBITA; >5% annual organic growth; >80% cash conversion.
Our starting point is gaining a deep understanding of our customers, their aspirations and concerns. This is what sets us apart and how we deliver long-term value.
Primarily located in Scandinavia, the UK, North America and India, we are currently 8,000 people, who offer our expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment.
OUR AMBITION
Our vision is our overall guiding star that sets a long-term direction for all our business. To propel us forward and guide us in the mid-term, we have formulated our aspirations for a 3-5-year horizon in seven key areas. There is no fixed deadline for reaching them, but we believe that this is what an excellent performance for COWI looks like.
Customers & partners:
We are a customer-centric company with the most satisfied customers in our peer group; we are highly attractive to partners.
Employees:
We are a truly diverse company, which attracts the best talent and have strongly engaged employees who constantly develop their personal and technical skills.
Reputation & brand:
We are recognized by society as thought leaders who combine know-how, holistic approach, and a true commitment to sustainability.
Market position:
In our market priority sectors, we are leaders in sustainable energy solutions, climate adaptation & water, large buildings and large infrastructure projects.
Sustainability:
We always contribute to moving our customers towards sustainability. 100% of our revenue come from projects which support this drive towards sustainability.
Innovation:
Together with our customers and partners, we drive innovation in an open and collaborative environment; we are leaders in digitalization, and we explore new sustainable technologies and materials.
Business performance:
We are top quartile performers in our peer group. We deliver a total shareholder return of >15% annually; >10% EBITA; >5% annual organic growth; >80% cash conversion.