Updated Mar 17, 2026 by Modern Times Group
MTG generated SEK 17.3 billion in net sales and SEK 1.35 billion in operating income in 2016, supported by a workforce of approximately 3,800 employees.
The company achieved a 7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and is targeting a 20% reduction in total energy use by 2020.
Governance initiatives resulted in a zero-case record for confirmed corruption and the training of over 90% of senior managers on data protection to prepare for GDPR compliance.
Materiality analysis involving over 400 stakeholders identified content quality as the primary issue, while locally produced content accounted for 13% of the portfolio.
MTG earned inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and RobecoSAM’s Sustainability Yearbook, aligning its strategy with UN Global Compact goals, specifically SDG 5 on gender equality.
Social and community investments saw a significant decline, with media-time donations falling 55%, cash contributions dropping to KSEK 1,217, and volunteer hours decreasing to 374.
External assurance by Ethos International confirmed data accuracy but recommended improved HR data management and better integration of CSR into the company's acquisition strategy.
MTG generated SEK 17.3 billion in net sales and SEK 1.35 billion in operating income in 2016, supported by a workforce of approximately 3,800 employees.
The company achieved a 7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and is targeting a 20% reduction in total energy use by 2020.
Governance initiatives resulted in a zero-case record for confirmed corruption and the training of over 90% of senior managers on data protection to prepare for GDPR compliance.
Materiality analysis involving over 400 stakeholders identified content quality as the primary issue, while locally produced content accounted for 13% of the portfolio.
MTG earned inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and RobecoSAM’s Sustainability Yearbook, aligning its strategy with UN Global Compact goals, specifically SDG 5 on gender equality.
Social and community investments saw a significant decline, with media-time donations falling 55%, cash contributions dropping to KSEK 1,217, and volunteer hours decreasing to 374.
External assurance by Ethos International confirmed data accuracy but recommended improved HR data management and better integration of CSR into the company's acquisition strategy.