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United News of India
2 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
Apollo Tyres achieves Gold Rating in EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment
Kochi, Jun 2 (UNI) Apollo Tyres Ltd has received the prestigious Gold Rating from EcoVadis, the world's leading provider of business sustainability ratings. This accomplishment places Apollo Tyres in the top 5% of all companies globally, across industries, reflecting company's unwavering commitment to sustainability, ethical business practices and social responsibility. EcoVadis evaluates companies on a comprehensive set of criteria, including environmental impact, labour practices, ethics and sustainable procurement. The Gold rating reflects the significant progress Apollo Tyres has made across these dimensions, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and corporate responsibility. The overall performance score for Apollo Tyres Ltd improved to 95th percentile in FY25, up from the 92nd percentile previous year, while the overall score improved from 41 to 76 in the last 5 years. Sunam Sarkar, President and Chief Business Officer, Apollo Tyres said, 'The manifold improvement in our Environment, Ethics and Labour and Human Rights scores was driven by focused initiatives such as enhanced environmental management practices, strengthened ethics and compliance programmes, and the implementation of inclusive labour policies." "This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams, who have worked tirelessly to integrate sustainable practices throughout our operations, motivating us to continue advancing our sustainability journey.' Among the four areas that EcoVadis assess -- environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement -- the most notable improvement was in Ethics and Labour and Human Rights section, where the score increased from 50 to 63 and 70 to 80 points respectively. Apollo Tyres achieved the highest score in Environment with 85 points, while Sustainable Procurement performance score was 71 points. An overall score of 76/100 reflects Apollo Tyres' commitment to combat climate change, fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, and upholding the highest ethical standards to ensure trust and transparency throughout the value chain. In the EcoVadis assessment, top 1% of the companies scoring 99+ percentile get platinum ranking, top 5% with 95+ percentile get gold ranking, top 15% with 85+ percentile get silver ranking and top 35% with 65+ percentile get bronze ranking. UNI DS BM
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Apollo Tyres achieves gold rating from EcoVadis for sustainability excellence
Apollo Tyres Ltd has been awarded the Gold Rating by EcoVadis , a leading business sustainability ratings provider, placing them in the top 5 per cent of companies globally. The company's overall performance improved to the 95th percentile in FY25, with a significant increase in scores over the past five years. EcoVadis assesses companies based on a comprehensive set of criteria. These include environmental impact , labour practices, ethics, and sustainable procurement. The Gold rating signifies Apollo Tyres ' progress across these dimensions. Sunam Sarkar, President and Chief Business Officer, Apollo Tyres, said 'The manifold improvement in our Environment, Ethics and Labour and Human Rights scores was driven by focused initiatives such as enhanced environmental management practices, strengthened ethics and compliance programmes, and the implementation of inclusive labour policies. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams, who have worked tirelessly to integrate sustainable practices throughout our operations, motivating us to continue advancing our sustainability journey.' Assessment criteria The EcoVadis assessment covers four key areas-- environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. The most notable improvements were in Ethics and Labour and Human Rights. The scores in these sections increased from 50 to 63 and 70 to 80 points, respectively. Apollo Tyres achieved its highest score in the Environment category. The company scored 85 points in this area, while its Sustainable Procurement performance score was 71 points. An overall score of 76 out of 100 reflects Apollo Tyres' dedication to several critical areas. These include combating climate change, fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, and upholding high ethical standards.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Manchester United Players Harry Maguire, Andre Onana, Diogo Dalot Visit India For Grassroots Football Initiative
Manchester United players Harry Maguire, Andre Onana and Diogo Dalot visited India on Thursday, being part of the launch of the fifth edition of leading tyre-maker Apollo Tyres' 'United We Play' grassroots football programme initiative. Following a disappointing season, in which Manchester United recorded their lowest-ever Premier League finish of 15th, as well as lost the Europa League final, Maguire, Onana and Dalot reflected on it. Speaking to the media in Mumbai, Maguire admitted that the just-concluded season was tough. "This year has obviously been a difficult season in the Premier League. But I'm sure next season will be a lot different. There will be a lot of changes in the summer -- some players will leave, and hopefully new ones will come in. That's down to the club to get right. And for us as players, we have to step up. Playing for this club is special," Maguire said. Manchester United have had a tough time adapting to the system of new manager Ruben Amorim. Defender Diogo Dalot is one such player who has had to adapt, going from a full-back to a wing-back. Normally a right-sided player, Dalot has also had to play increasingly on the left side. "I'm used to it now. Obviously, on the right is where I feel more comfortable or I grew up and played more time. But throughout your career, you have to be able to do other things and be as complete as you can," Dalot said. Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has also had a rough start to his time at the club, but ensured that filling the boots of club legends like David de Gea does not add pressure. "I don't feel pressure. It's not the pressure, it's an extra motivation. We have been in the game for so long, so I don't think we have any pressure. For sure, no. For me, it's the opposite," Onana said. Harry Maguire, André Onana and Diogo Dalot, who are on their maiden visit to India, officially launched and kicked off the activities for the fifth season of the United We Play programme. Over the past four seasons, the United We Play programme has reached out to over 30000 aspiring footballers across 25 cities in India. Speaking at the launch, Harry Maguire said, "It has been a privilege to be here today launching the new season of 'United We Play'. Manchester United has fans around the world and we can feel the passion that exists for the team and for the sport here in India. The work of the club and Apollo Tyres is ensuring the next generation of talent has the opportunity play football in excellent facilities, with the infrastructure around them to nurture talent. We have seen first-hand today how impactful the United We Play programme is and the positive effect it has at the grassroots level." Listen to the latest songs, only on
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Harry Maguire after meeting Manchester United fans in India: ‘Their excitement reminds you why MUFC is a unique club'
There was no mistaking the roar of the crowd as Manchester United's Harry Maguire stepped onto a football pitch in Mumbai on Thursday. Alongside teammates Diogo Dalot and André Onana, the England defender was greeted by a wave of excited fans — their energy loud, proud, and unmistakably Indian. 'It's incredible to see the love for the club here. You can really feel the energy and excitement from the fans Manchester United has fans all over the world, and India is no different,' Maguire told us right after engaging in a lively football session with local children as part of United We Play, a grassroots initiative by Apollo Tyres in collaboration with the club. While the trio's appearance drew hundreds of supporters, the highlight of their day was interacting with young aspiring footballers. 'I think it's really important to give children opportunities, not just in football, but in everyday life. So it is amazing to come here and play with the children today and just to see how much happiness and enjoyment they're having. Seeing their happiness, that excitement — it reminds you what this game is really about,' added the 32-year-old centre back. The event also gave the footballers a taste of local culture — quite literally. The players were seen enjoying Mumbai's iconic street snack, vada pav, in between sessions. 'We've had a great time here,' Maguire said. While India still remains a cricket loving country, Harry spoke about the country's love for football and the changing landscape of other sports. 'I know cricket is a massive sport here. its a big sport in England too, and there's always been a great India-England rivalry. But the love for football here is real. Everyone I have spoken to, since I have come here love their football. Everyone watches the Premier League and so, I am sure if given the right opportunities that love (for the sport) will get bigger and bigger.' The love here, also reminded Harry, about the kind of fanbase Manchester United has and despite a challenging and a disappointing year, Harry remains optimistic about the future. 'Everything has to be improved upon, of course. The Premier League is demanding, and we know changes will happen — a lot of players might leave. A lot of players might join,' he said candidly. 'But when you visit places like this, it reminds you why this club is special. The fans, the support — it's unique. Its in times like these that fanbases and their loyalties are tested, and now its our turn to give something back to them to smile about,' he said. 'Manchester United is one of the biggest, if not the biggest club in the world. The fans make the club what it is. When you see fans here, we really feel that support back home too — and that's why it's the greatest club in the world,' he signs off.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Maguire, Dalot bullish on United's future
It has been a miserable Premier League season for Manchester United as it finished 15th in the points table. Its woes continued even on a promotional tour, as it went down to ASEAN All-Stars in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday (May 28, 2025), leading to the fans jeering the players. However, defender Harry Maguire believes that the 'good times will come again'. In the city to attend the 'United We Play' programme, organised by the club's sponsor Apollo Tyres, Maguire and his colleagues Diogo Dalot, and Andre Onana agreed that a lot needs to change. 'Everything needs to be improved on. 'This year has obviously been a difficult season in the Premier League, but I'm sure next season will be a lot different,' Maguire said. Lot of changes 'We will make a lot of changes in the summer at the club. There will be a lot of players who leave and hopefully a lot of players will come in and that's down to the club to make sure they get that right and it's down to us players to make sure that we are the ones that are involved,' he added. Dolot, too, agreed that there weren't any excuses. 'We need to take responsibility,' Dalot said. 'There's no place for you to hide when you play for a club like this because the exposure will always be there, the pressure will always be there. 'So, for you to be able to do that, you have to match it and you have to be ready for it. But now, it's time for us to change and take that responsibility and I'm sure we will…' As the Manchester United stars interacted with the young footballers at the Cooperage Ground, Maguire hoped to see a player from India making it to the Premier League in the future.
