2025 marks a remarkable milestone - 65 years of dedication, growth, and transformation. What began as a modest venture in 1960 has evolved into a global organization shaping the industry and inspiring future generations. To celebrate, we’ve created a fun, animated history video that tells the story of how Cooper Standard was built.
Cooper Standard is a global leader in delivering advanced sealing and fluid handling systems for transportation and industrial markets. With approximately 22,000 team members (including contingent workers) in 20 countries, we combine expertise and innovation to shape the future of mobility and other diverse markets. Our success is powered by a dedicated team committed to improving our business and the communities we serve. Guided by our Mission: To be the First Choice of the Stakeholders We Serve, we strive for world-class excellence while living our Purpose: Creating Sustainable Solutions Together.
Recent Recognition
Cooper Standard was named to the USA TODAY America's Climate Leaders 2025 List, Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies for the sixth year and was the recipient of a Nissan Sustainability Award. Our innovation leadership includes the Automotive News PACE Pilot Award for our eCoFlow™ switch pump, plus recognition for FlexiCore™ thermoplastic body seal and the Coolant Hub.
Quality remains a cornerstone, demonstrated by recognition as GM Supplier of the Year for the eighth year, 2024 Ford Supplier of the Year, and Toyota Motor North America for Supplier Excellence. Internally, we recognized 22 Diamond Plants in 2024 for outstanding performance against high-performing benchmarks.
Transformation: Change is Constant
The Corporate Responsibility Report offers a clear view of the issues that matter most to our stakeholders and demonstrates how Cooper Standard is preparing for the future while staying true to our values. It reflects our commitment to addressing critical environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities that drive long-term success and create positive impact for our stakeholders.
Inside, you’ll find insights into our sustainability strategy, ethical business practices, and initiatives focused on reducing environmental impact, fostering diversity and inclusion, and strengthening governance. More than a compliance document, this report serves as a roadmap for building a resilient, responsible organization ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.
CREATING SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS TOGETHER
Cooper Standard’s Purpose, Mission, Values and Capabilities leverage our culture and agility for future growth to support the evolving transportation and industrial markets.
Explore Our Advanced Solutions
With a 60-year history of producing award-winning and patented technologies, our team continues to find innovative ways to support the industries we serve. Leading the way is our forward-thinking workforce, producing lightweight, low-carbon solutions using advancements in materials sciences and manufacturing processes. We look for ways to drive innovation through strategic partnerships throughout our entire value chain.
SEALING SYSTEMS
Our sealing systems offer integrated, lightweight solutions for vehicle and industrial applications for superior performance and appearance differentiation using flexible materials. These components can easily be adapted to meet customer requirements using advanced digital tooling and equipment.
FLUID HANDLING SYSTEMS
Cooper Standard’s fluid transfer systems and fuel and brake products address the fluid handling needs for glycol coolants, transmission fluids, oils and air/vacuum systems. We offer a full spectrum of powertrain and temperature requirements including specifications for electrified vehicles.
INDUSTRIAL AND SPECIALTY
Our Industrial and Specialty Group applies Cooper Standard’s core competencies, materials science and new technologies to diverse global markets, including: Transportation, Building & Construction, Industrial & Consumer Goods, Recreational Vehicles and Heavy Equipment.
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