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Corporate Organisation for a Sustainable Future

We support companies in developing future-proof organisational and management structures in the field of environment and sustainability.

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Our Services

Sustainability Strategy

Development of holistic strategies aligned with your corporate goals and legal requirements.

Corporate Organisation

Optimisation of structures and processes for efficient integrated management – e.g. quality, environment and safety – from analysis to implementation.

Environmental Management Systems

Development and support for certification according to ISO 14001 and EMAS for sustainable and compliant operations.

Product Sustainability & Reporting

Support in planning and defining the scope of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) – without calculation. Preparation of greenhouse gas inventories e.g. for ETS1 or ETS2. Guidance through sustainability certifications such as ISCC. Advisory also on related legal matters such as chemicals law (REACH).

Audits and Assessments

Internal and customer audits for quality (ISO 9001), environment (ISO 14001), safety (ISO 45001) and energy (ISO 50001).

ETS2 / NEHG Verification

Support through to verification according to ETS2/NEHG as well as validations under ISO 14064 and ISO 14067.

Über uns

Decades of Experience. Real Expertise.

Ing. Karl Mustafa
Ing. Karl Mustafa
Owner and Managing Director
Sennefer Consulting e.U.
Location
Merbotogasse 60b, 2700 Wiener Neustadt
Contact
karl.mustafa@sennefer-consulting.at
Experience
Over 45 years in industry and consulting
Certifications
ISO 9001 ISO 14001 ISO 45001 ISO 50001 EFQM ETS2

Karl Mustafa has more than four decades of practical experience in the chemical industry, management systems and international sustainability management for products and production. Following his career at OMV Refinery Schwechat – most recently as Head of Sustainable Management Systems for Germany, Austria and Romania – he founded Sennefer Consulting e.U. in 2025 to make his expertise available to companies across all industries.

2025 – present
Owner, Sennefer Consulting e.U.
Management consulting specialised in environmental and sustainability management; Network partner Quality Austria
2020 – 2025
Head of Sustainable Management Systems, OMV
Responsibility for integrated management systems in Germany, Austria and Romania
2010 – 2018
Head of Integrated Management Systems, OMV R&P
Development and operation of integrated management systems across multiple countries
2004 – 2010
Head of Environment and Deputy Head of HSEQ, OMV
Responsibility for Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality at Schwechat Refinery
1979 – 2004
OMV Refinery Schwechat
From laboratory technician to deputy laboratory manager and head of management systems
Expertise

Certified Expertise at International Level

Management Systems

  • ISO 14001 Umweltmanagement
  • ISO 9001 Qualitätsmanagement
  • ISO 45001 Sicherheitsmanagement
  • ISO 50001 Energiemanagement
  • EFQM Assessor

Product Sustainability

  • Ökobilanz (LCA)
  • Chemicals Law (REACH)
  • CO2-Bilanz & Carbon Footprint (ISO 14067)
  • Chain of Custody: Massenbilanz (ISO 22095-2) & Book and Claim (ISO 22095-3)
  • ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification)
  • RSB (Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials)
  • INS (Italian National Sustainability Certification Scheme)

Committees

  • ÖNorm-Komitee 226 (Umwelt)
  • ISO/PC 308 Chain of Custody (ISO 22095-1)
  • CEN/TC 249/WG 11
News

Latest From Our Advisory Practice

September 28, 2026 · Climate & Energy New

EU Methane Regulation: What Energy Companies and Importers Need to Know Now

Regulation (EU) 2024/1787 has applied since August 2024. Leak detection, flaring ban, verified emission reports from 2027 and new importer obligations – what to do now.

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September 24, 2026 · Quality Management New

ISO 9001:2026: What the New Quality Standard Means for Certified Organizations

ISO 9001:2026 was published on 16 September 2026. What changes in leadership, risks and opportunities and change management – and how much time you have.

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August 29, 2026 · AI Law

EU AI Act: What the New AI Regulation Means for Your Business

Since 2 August 2026, most of the EU AI Act applies. Which obligations now apply and what the Digital Omnibus postponed.

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August 23, 2026 · Audit Management

ISO 19011:2026: The New Guideline for Auditing Management Systems

The 4th edition of ISO 19011 is here. The real news might surprise you: it concerns the guidance on remote auditing methods only.

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August 23, 2026 · Consumer Protection

Greenwashing: When Your Advertising Claim Suddenly Falls Under the EmpCo Directive

From 27 September 2026, claims like "climate-neutral" or "environmentally friendly" are no longer allowed without evidence. What to do now.

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August 23, 2026 · Packaging Law

PPWR: What the New EU Packaging Regulation Means for Your Business

Since 12 August 2026, the new EU Packaging Regulation applies directly – in every member state, with no national transposition needed.

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August 14, 2026 · Environmental Management

ISO 14001:2026: The New Standard Is Here

ISO 14001:2026 was published on 15 April 2026. What changes for certified organizations – and how much time you have.

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August 14, 2026 · Chemicals Law

Microplastics: When Your Product Suddenly Falls Under the REACH Restriction

Since October 2023, the EU restricts intentionally added microplastics (REACH Annex XVII). What this means for your business.

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August 14, 2026 · Fire Safety

PFAS Ban in Firefighting Foam: Getting Real From October 2026

From October 2026, PFAS-containing firefighting foam for portable extinguishers may no longer be sold or refilled. What businesses need to do now.

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Contact

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Speak directly with the expert. Karl Mustafa will personally guide you on your path to greater sustainability and legal compliance.

Sennefer Consulting e.U.
Merbotogasse 60b
2700 Wiener Neustadt
karl.mustafa [at] sennefer-consulting.at
Network Partner Quality Austria
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Company TypeEingetragenes Einzelunternehmen
OwnerIng. Karl Mustafa
Company Register No.FN 661189 m
Register CourtWiener Neustadt
VAT NumberATU82483812
AddressMerbotogasse 60b, 2700 Wiener Neustadt
Phone+43 664 3530982
E-Mailkarl.mustafa [at] sennefer-consulting.at
Webwww.sennefer-consulting.at