“125 years. focus:future" is the motto for 2001, Henkel's 125th year. The Company's anniversary festivities are therefore also focused on the future. As part of the MIT initiative, 125 children's projects have been launched in 53 countries.

The Company is contributing up to 12,500 Euro to support initiatives in which Henkel employees are involved on a voluntary basis. Other anniversary activities with a forward looking character are the topping up of two Henkel foundations which promote education and science, as well as a corporate employee shares program for all employees.