Grünenthal is a global leader in pain management. We are driven to seek effective, life-changing medicines and solutions for patients with severe diseases and high unmet medical needs.

... Company

A world free of pain. This is our shared vision. To bring it to life, we execute our strategy and work on our company’s culture – everyday, everywhere, every one of us.

... We are Grünenthal

Grünenthal’s product portfolio, brands, ingredients and indication range.

... Products

A mix of strong entrepreneurial spirit, close collaboration, and outstanding performance define our approach to leadership alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

... Leadership

The Supervisory Board advises and controls the Corporate Executive Board and is elected by the shareholders’ summit.

... Supervisory Board

We believe compliance, ethics and transparency go hand in hand. Excellence in this area is a key topic for us – and is deeply anchored in our culture.

... Compliance and transparency

Grünenthal is a global leader in pain management. Our purpose is to change lives for the better – and innovation is our passion. We are driven to seek effective, life-changing medicines and solutions for patients with severe diseases and high unmet medical needs.

... Partnering

In view of our vision of a World Free of Pain, Grünenthal strives to provide effective medication to patients worldwide. Therefore, we continuously grow and expand our market presence and product portfolio, and we collaborate with commercial partners and multiple stakeholders from the pain management field and beyond.

... Global presence & sites

Although firmly rooted in Germany, today we are very much a growing global Business.

... History

Being a responsible corporate citizen means operating our business legally, ethically, respectfully and sustainably. All business areas collaborate cross-functionally to manage environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks and make a net-positive impact in our focus areas of Patient, People and Planet.

... Responsibility

At Grünenthal, our vision of a World Free of Pain aligns seamlessly with our commitment to sustainability, especially the social aspect. We regularly evaluate our products, services, and markets to ensure alignment with our sustainability objectives.

... Our responsibility approach

Grünenthal’s focus on patients is at the core of our responsibility approach. We concentrate our efforts on the key areas of patient safety, product quality, improving patients’ quality of life through innovative medicines, access to healthcare and safe pain management through the responsible use of opioids.

... Patient

How can we have a positive impact on the lives of the people we work with, our partners and wider society? Find out what we do to foster trust and promote diversity and inclusion, how we empower our employees to be their best and look after their health and wellbeing, and how we contribute to improving the quality of life for people and communities around us.

... People

We join together with our employees, partners and customers to reduce our carbon footprint, save energy and resources, and decrease waste in our value chain.

... Planet

The Grünenthal Responsible Sourcing Programme will increase transparency and help create a positive ESG impact in our supply chain and connected local communities.

... Responsible sourcing

... Corporate Citizenship

... Thalidomide

Explore our media section and access a range of materials relating to our company.

... Media

Grünenthal is a global leader in pain management and related diseases. Our purpose is to change lives for the better – and innovation is our passion. We are focusing all of our activities and efforts on moving towards our vision of a world free of pain. Explore our recent stories to see what drives us.

... Our Stories

In this section you will find both current and archived press releases published from 2019 onwards by Grünenthal GmbH, Germany.

... Press releases

... Statements

Journalists are invited to use our corporate publications for their reporting. The list contains business related publication like the company presentation or the code of conduct. .

... Corporate publications

Journalists are invited to use images from our library to illustrate their reporting. The library contains company and R&D related pictures.

... Image resources

The library contains a set of company footage. Journalists are invited to use the video material to illustrate their reporting.

... Video resources

Media - Our stories

Explore our recent stories to see what drives us

25 November 2025

Growing a greener future: Our first 50,000 trees planted with Impact Hero

Grünenthal global reforestation project

We have planted the first 50,000 trees of our new global reforestation project. These trees help restore forests, strengthen biodiversity and support local communities, reflecting our broader commitment to protect the planet and reduce our environmental impact across our operations.

50,000 trees planted – and a long-term commitment

At Grünenthal, environmental responsibility means taking meaningful action to protect the planet. As part of this commitment, we have partnered with Impact Hero to expand our contribution to global reforestation. Together, we have already planted 50,000 trees in Senegal, helping restore degraded landscapes and support healthy ecosystems. By February 2026, an additional 50,000 trees will be planted in Kenya and Tanzania, completing our first 100,000-tree cycle. These efforts mark a significant step forward in our environmental engagement – and if we continue at this pace, we could reach 1 million trees within the next 10 years.

Building on a strong foundation

Our reforestation work builds on the success of #TreesForOurPlanet. Since 2021, colleagues around the world have already planted nearly 40,000 trees through local volunteering and team activities. Their contribution demonstrates how collective engagement can drive meaningful environmental impact.

Why trees matter

Trees are powerful contributors to climate action. They store carbon dioxide, protect soil, support biodiversity and help strengthen the resilience of local communities. Planting more trees today helps create a healthier, more sustainable future.

Part of our wider environmental responsibility

Our reforestation efforts go hand in hand with our broader environmental work. Across our operations and supply chain, we are reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, advancing sustainable packaging and prioritising suppliers who share our commitment to environmental stewardship.

Follow our reforestation journey

We have created a dedicated project page where you can learn more about the planting regions, the project approach and our progress. A live tree counter will be updated throughout the year.
Explore our project page

Corporate Responsibility, Sustainability, Strategy