“This certification is the result of many years of work to build UMAGE responsibly, and we are proud to see these efforts recognised through the B Corp certification. It marks an important milestone in our journey to create thoughtful designs, while staying true to our values of sustainability, craftsmanship, and timeless design. Sustainability is a continuous journey, and this recognition inspires us to keep improving and contributing positively wherever we can.” - Jacob Nannestad, CEO of UMAGE
AN IMPORTANT MILESTONE
Being a certified B Corp reflects UMAGE’s long-standing commitment to building a business where purpose, responsibility, and thoughtful design go hand in hand.
The certification, awarded by B Lab, confirms that UMAGE meets rigorous social and environmental standards across the entire business. From governance and working conditions to community engagement, environmental impact, and customer responsibility, every aspect of our operations is guided by care, transparency, and accountability.
As one of 186 B Corp companies in the Nordics, UMAGE is part of a global community redefining what success in business can look like. B Corp stands for “Benefit for all” and embodies a commitment that goes beyond shareholders and reinforces UMAGE’s long-term ambition to create designs that lasts while respecting the nature and the world that surrounds us.
WHAT IS B CORP?
B Corp stands for Benefit for all and recognises companies that use business as a force for good. There are over 6,000 certified B Corps across 90+ countries, spanning industries from furniture to finance.
Becoming a B Corp requires a rigorous, independently verified assessment of a company’s impact across five areas: Governance, Workers, Community, Environment and Customers. Companies must meet high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.
For UMAGE, it is more than a certification. It is a commitment to continuous improvement, responsible practices, and creating positive impact for people, communities, and the planet. As a B Corp, UMAGE joins a global movement redefining what business can do for people, communities and the planet.
“We are delighted to welcome UMAGE to the B Corp community. This is a movement of companies who are committed to changing how business operates and believe business really can be a force for good. We know that UMAGE is going to be a fantastic addition to the community and will continue driving the conversation forward.” – Gitte Rosholm, B Lab Nordics Manager.
WHAT DOES B CORP MEAN FOR YOU?
B Corp certification is our promise that we care for more than just design. It shows that every part of our company, from employees and suppliers to the environment and the communities we touch, is held to rigorous social and environmental standards.
In a world full of sustainability claims, B Corp gives you clarity and transparency. It lets you know that choosing UMAGE means supporting a business genuinely committed to positive impact. With B Corp, your purchase becomes more than a choice of furniture - it’s a choice to back a company shaping a better world.
” Sustainability is a continuous journey, and this recognition inspires us to keep improving and contributing positively wherever we can.”
SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS
At UMAGE, we are committed to making a continuous effort within sustainability. We strive to design with care, seeking to minimize our environmental impact through thoughtful choices in materials, packaging, and production. Read more about our sustainability efforts below.
