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ME Construction
4 days ago
- Business
- ME Construction
EMSTEEL becomes first company in MENA to receive ResponsibleSteel certification
Sustainability EMSTEEL becomes first company in MENA to receive ResponsibleSteel certification By By addressing critical challenges like responsible sourcing, climate change, diversity, human rights, and environmental stewardship, ResponsibleSteel aims to foster a more responsible and environmentally conscious steel industry EMSTEEL has said its steel business unit, Emirates Steel Industries has achieved a significant milestone. It has officially become the first company in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to receive ResponsibleSteel Core Site Certification. The recognition marks a transformative step for both the company and the region, as it paves the way for sustainable, transparent, and low-carbon steel production in line with global standards, according to a statement from the firm. The ResponsibleSteel certification was awarded after an extensive audit conducted by CARES, an internationally recognised certification body. The rigorous assessment evaluated Emirates Steel Industries, part of EMSTEEL Group's performance, against a set of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. This certification reflects the standards of ethical business conduct and environmental responsibility. This achievement is further solidified by another recognition – EMSTEEL was recently named a 2025 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association (worldsteel), becoming the sole company in the MENA region to earn this for the second consecutive year. Engineer Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group Chief Executive Officer, EMSTEEL said, 'Achieving the ResponsibleSteel certification is a proud milestone for us and is a testament to our relentless commitment to sustainability, innovation and responsible growth. As the first company in the MENA region to meet this global benchmark, we're proud to continue driving national advanced manufacturing goals, while setting industry benchmarks for decarbonising the steel value chain.' Annie Heaton, Chief Executive Officer of ResponsibleSteel added, 'The certification of EMSTEEL marks the arrival of ResponsibleSteel certification in the MENA region and sets an important benchmark for the region's steel industry. The site certification recognises EMSTEEL's established governance systems, as well as transparent engagement with a wide range of stakeholders. As a region that plays a growing role in the global steel supply chain, the MENA region is poised to become an important piece of the puzzle in the industry's transition.' 'This certification not only shows that sustainability standards can be applied effectively across different regions but also reflects the sustained progress being made by companies like EMSTEEL. We look forward to continuing our work with EMSTEEL and other regional leaders on the journey to a more responsible steel value chain,' Heaton added. Lee Brankley, Chief Executives Officer of CARES commented, 'EMSTEEL has demonstrated exceptional leadership in meeting ResponsibleSteel's rigorous ESG standards. We commend their proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement. As the first MENA-based company to receive ResponsibleSteel certification, EMSTEEL is setting a new benchmark for the region and reaffirming its role as a leader in responsible industry transformation. This achievement not only strengthens EMSTEEL's position on the global stage but also contributes to the UAE's broader vision for sustainable economic development and climate action.' ResponsibleSteel, the steel industry's global multi-stakeholder standard and certification initiative, collaborates with steel producers, consumers, and intermediaries to establish a sustainable steel industry. By addressing critical challenges like responsible sourcing, climate change, diversity, human rights, and environmental stewardship, ResponsibleSteel aims to foster a more responsible and environmentally conscious steel industry, the statement concluded.
Gulf Today
7 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
EMSTEEL earns ResponsibleSteel certification
EMSTEEL, one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, announced today its steel business unit (Emirates Steel Industries, part of EMSTEEL Group) has officially become the first company in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region to receive ResponsibleSteel Core Site certification. The ResponsibleSteel certification was awarded following an extensive audit conducted by CARES, an internationally recognised certification body. The assessment rigorously evaluated Emirates Steel Industries part of EMSTEEL Group's performance, against a comprehensive set of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, reflecting the highest standards of ethical business conduct and environmental responsibility. This certification follows another major recognition, as EMSTEEL was recently named a 2025 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association (worldsteel), becoming the only company in the Mena region to earn this prestigious distinction for the second consecutive year. Together, these accolades reflect EMSTEEL's consistent leadership and concrete action in advancing sustainable steel practices. Engineer Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group Chief Executive Officer of EMSTEEL, said, 'Achieving the ResponsibleSteel certification is a proud milestone for us and is a testament to our relentless commitment to sustainability, innovation and responsible growth.' 'As the first company in the Mena region to meet this global benchmark, we're proud to continue driving national advanced manufacturing goals, while setting industry benchmarks for decarbonising the steel value chain.' Annie Heaton, Chief Executive Officer of ResponsibleSteel, said, 'The certification of EMSTEEL marks the arrival of ResponsibleSteel certification in the Mena region and sets an important benchmark for the region's steel industry. WAM
Al Etihad
7 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
EMSTEEL becomes first company in MENA to earn global ResponsibleSteel™ certification
12 Aug 2025 14:00 ABU DHABI (WAM) EMSTEEL, one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, announced on Tuesday its steel business unit (Emirates Steel Industries, part of EMSTEEL Group) has officially become the first company in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to receive ResponsibleSteel™ Core Site ResponsibleSteel certification was awarded following an extensive audit conducted by CARES, an internationally recognised certification assessment rigorously evaluated Emirates Steel Industries, part of EMSTEEL Group's performance against a comprehensive set of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, reflecting the highest standards of ethical business conduct and environmental certification follows another major recognition, as EMSTEEL was recently named a 2025 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association (Worldsteel), becoming the only company in the MENA region to earn this prestigious distinction for the second consecutive these accolades reflect EMSTEEL's consistent leadership and concrete action in advancing sustainable steel Chief Executive Officer of EMSTEEL, Engineer Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, said, 'Achieving the ResponsibleSteel certification is a proud milestone for us and is a testament to our relentless commitment to sustainability, innovation and responsible growth. As the first company in the MENA region to meet this global benchmark, we're proud to continue driving national advanced manufacturing goals, while setting industry benchmarks for decarbonising the steel value chain."Chief Executive Officer of ResponsibleSteel, Annie Heaton, said, 'The certification of EMSTEEL marks the arrival of ResponsibleSteel certification in the MENA region and sets an important benchmark for the region's steel industry. The site certification recognises EMSTEEL's established governance systems, as well as transparent engagement with a wide range of stakeholders."She added that this achievement demonstrates the global applicability of sustainability standards and highlights the continued progress of leading companies such as Executive Officer of CARES, Lee Brankley, said, 'EMSTEEL has demonstrated exceptional leadership in meeting ResponsibleSteel's rigorous ESG standards. We commend their proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement. This achievement not only strengthens EMSTEEL's position on the global stage but also contributes to the UAE's broader vision for sustainable economic development and climate action.'ResponsibleSteel is the steel industry's first global multi-stakeholder standard and certification initiative. It works with steel producers, consumers, and intermediaries to build a sustainable steel industry by addressing key challenges such as responsible sourcing, climate change, diversity, human rights, and environmental stewardship, among other critical initiatives.
Al Etihad
09-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
EMSTEEL recognised as ‘worldsteel Sustainability Champion' for 2nd consecutive year
9 Apr 2025 11:57 ABU DHABI (WAM) EMSTEEL has announced its recognition as a 2025 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association (worldsteel), cementing the Group's position as the sole receiver of the prestigious accolade in the Middle East and North African region for the second consecutive recognition was presented during the worldsteel Special General Meeting held in Sydney, Australia. Now in its eighth year, the Steel Sustainability Champion accolade—part of The Steelie Awards—honours companies demonstrating exceptional commitment to sustainable development in the global steel Group was recognised for its significant efforts to enhance sustainability practices throughout company has made substantial progress, reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity by 23 percent. As of 2023, EMSTEEL's total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions stood at 4.5 million tonnes of CO₂, marking a significant step forward in its journey toward Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group CEO of EMSTEEL, said, 'Being named a worldsteel Sustainability Champion is a true honour and a reflection of the dedication and hard work of everyone at EMSTEEL. It reinforces our commitment to driving the transition towards a low-carbon future, not just for the steel industry, but for the entire global industrial landscape.' He added, 'As the first steelmaker in the world to capture part of its CO₂ emissions, we have been able to operate with 45 percent less carbon intensity than the global average and are excited to continue playing a cataclysmic role in decarbonising this hard-to-abate sector and the downstream supply chain.'
