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Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
IMCD receives upgraded ESG ratings from ISS ESG and Sustainalytics
Improvements reflect continued progress on emissions, transparency and ESG risk management. Rotterdam, The Netherlands (13 August 2025) – IMCD N.V. ('IMCD' or 'Company'), a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has received improved ratings from two leading rating agencies: ISS ESG and Sustainalytics. These upgrades reflect the company's ongoing progress across key environmental, social and governance (ESG) areas. The recognition follows IMCD's EcoVadis Platinum medal earlier this year, placing the company in the top 1% of all organisations assessed worldwide for sustainability performance. ISS ESG rating upgraded to B- IMCD's ESG Corporate Rating from ISS ESG has been raised to B- (from C+), positioning the company above the industry average. The rating reflects strong performance in managing ESG-related risks and opportunities, transparency in public disclosures and the implementation of responsible business practices. ISS ESG scores range from A+ (excellent performance) to D (very poor). Sustainalytics risk score lowered to 11.6 Sustainalytics has reduced IMCD's ESG Risk Rating from 12.6 to 11.6. This maintains IMCD's status in the 'low risk' category. Sustainalytics cited strong management of material ESG issues and a best-practice approach to disclosure, supporting long-term accountability to investors and stakeholders. Sustainalytics scores range from 0-100: the lower the score, the better the performance. Cecile Westerhuis, Group Director, Sustainability, said: ' These upgrades are the result of clear direction and dedicated work across teams and functions. From our technical laboratories to logistics and commercial operations, every part of the business plays a role in making sustainability real. These ratings confirm that we are on the right track, and that our efforts are both credible and measurable. ' Summary of IMCD's sustainability ratings: EcoVadis – Platinum Sustainalytics – 11.6 risk rating, low risk ISS ESG – B- IMCD's full list of sustainability initiatives and industry memberships is available at: – xxx- About IMCD IMCD, based in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, is a leading global partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients. IMCD is an expert solutions provider and adds sustainable value to the supply chain. Every day professionals focus on providing the best service through commercial and operational excellence. The company is mindful of the role they play in creating a better planet for all and formulates with consciousness and executes with care, to address business challenges of tomorrow, in partnership and transparency. In 2024, with over 5,100 employees, IMCD realised revenues of EUR 4,728 million. IMCD N.V.'s shares are traded at Euronext Amsterdam (symbol: IMCD) and included in the Dutch ESG AEX index, as one of 25 companies within the AEX and AMX indices demonstrating best ESG practices. For further information, please visit Media contact Muriel Werlé Corporate Communications Director+31 10 290 86 14 [email protected]
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
RS Group earns three new ESG accolades
RS Group's commitment to ESG leadership continues to impress, earning 2025 recognition on the CDP A List, a third consecutive EcoVadis Platinum medal, and a second consecutive listing in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. FORT WORTH, Texas, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RS, a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, continues to achieve ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals and has already earned three new accolades in 2025: an improved 2024 CDP A List rating, a third consecutive EcoVadis Platinum medal, and a second consecutive listing in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. The CDP A List rating places RS amongst the top 2% of disclosing companies. The third consecutive EcoVadis Platinum medal places RS in the top 1% of rated companies, and the second consecutive listing in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook places RS in the top 15% of companies in its industry. CDP A List Recognition CDP is a global non-profit dedicated to helping stakeholders, ranging from small businesses to policymakers, take meaningful action to balance people, planet, and profit. To this end, CDP runs the world's only independent environmental disclosure system for companies, capital markets, cities, states, and regions to manage their environmental impacts. The data from its annual environmental disclosure report provides participating companies with a comprehensive understanding of their environmental dependencies, risks, impacts, and opportunities, which ESG leaders use to inform core business decisions, secure capital, reduce risks, engage their value chains, and boost efficiency. CDP scored 22,777 companies in 2024 — breaking previous records — but gave just 2% of them "A"s, indicating that, while ambition is growing, the bar for true environmental leadership remains rigorously high. RS is amongst the illustrious 2% recognized for understanding that, in today's market, environmental risk is financial risk; weaving environmental stewardship into their governance, strategy, and operations; embracing transparency as a tool for resilience, opportunity, and growth; and leading by example to create a blueprint for the economy we need. This year marks the second time RS made the CDP A List as well as an improvement from its previous score of A-. "Being one of a select few global companies to reach the CDP A List is a testament to the hard work of all our teams have invested in decarbonizing our business and supply chain and offering our customers more sustainable products and service solutions," said Andrea Barrett, Vice President of Social Responsibility and Sustainability at RS Group. ''But that work doesn't stop here! We're continuing to accelerate our 2030 ESG action plan to protect our people and the planet, support our sustainable growth, and create more long-term value for all our stakeholders.'' Andrea also shared several recent RS activities that contributed to its 2024 CDP A List rating, including: Providing customers with more than 30,000 and growing sustainable Better World product alternatives backed by its industry-leading claims-based sustainable product framework. Making distribution sites more automated, energy efficient, and sustainable to provide customers with better service and reduce environmental impacts and, in turn, reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 58% since 2019/20. Cutting the distance products travel by sourcing, storing, and shipping closer to customers and suppliers, switching to less carbon intensive modalities, and, in turn, reducing Scope 3 product transport emissions by 26% since 2019/20. EcoVadis Recognition EcoVadis is the world's most trusted independent provider of global business-to-business sustainability ratings used to screen and select strategic procurement partners. The EcoVadis assessment focuses on 21 sustainability criteria that are grouped into four themes — environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement — and is used to measure the quality of a company's sustainability management system through its policies, actions, and results. This year, RS Group earned a third consecutive Platinum EcoVadis medal. The 2024 medal honor RS Group's continued commitment to environmental sustainability, labor conditions and human rights, and sustainable procurement and once again places RS Group in the top 1% of the more than 100,000 rated companies that EcoVadis assesses and rates in terms of the material sustainability risks and issues for their size, location, and industry. S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook Recognition RS Group also earned a second consecutive listing in the 2025 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook based on S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), an annual evaluation of companies' sustainability practices that reports on a industry-specific economic, environmental, and social criteria relevant to both a growing number of sustainability-centric investors and companies' financial success. The 2025 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook features just over 10% of the 7,690 companies assessed for the 2024 CSA and recognizes RS Group for advancing the sustainability of its operating, packaging, and logistics processes. "We are very proud to have earned such highly regarded ESG ratings," said Andrea Barrett, Vice President of Social Responsibility and Sustainability at RS Group. "These achievements demonstrate the hard work of teams across every area of our business who are committed to delivering value-generating initiatives that positively impact our people, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities as we strive to make amazing happen for a better world." To learn more about RS Group and the three ESG awards the company has earned to-date in 2025, please visit the links embedded above. About RS RS is a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably. We operate in 36 markets, stock over 830,000 industrial and specialist products, and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building, and maintaining equipment and operations. We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital, and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it's our people that make the difference. Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people, planet, and profit. RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2025 reported revenue of £2,904 million. For more information, please visit or connect with us on LinkedIn or X (Twitter). About RS in the Americas In the Americas region, RS stocks more than 250,000 industrial and electronic products from more than 700 trusted suppliers. These solutions cover categories extending from automation and control equipment to interconnect, passive, active, and electromechanical components and include more than 80,000 high-quality, competitively priced RS PRO products. For more information, please visit or connect with us via social media on Facebook, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube. Image Download: RS ESG Leader Editorial Contact & Media Inquiries:rsgroup@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE RS Group plc Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Smartpress Debuts New AI Agent: Smartpress Intelligence
Online printer ushers in a new era of personalized print configuration CHANHASSEN, Minn., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative commercial printer unveiled their newest foray into AI with Smartpress Intelligence. The groundbreaking proprietary tool helps clients configure print projects, offers expert recommendations and provides real-time pricing, proving the sustainable printer is committed to making print accessible to everyone regardless of expertise level. A Smarter Tool for Better PrintLeveraging content from Smartpress' support resources, blog articles, product pages and employee-curated information, Smartpress Intelligence uses that knowledge to apply context, make decisions and remove the guesswork for clients trying to parse through the digital printer's complex and varied offerings. Try the AI agent yourself: "Smartpress Intelligence gives our customers the freedom to self-guide their product selections, configurations and see immediate pricing quotes," said Smartpress Vice President Matt Chapman. "It's perfect for those who prefer the DIY approach." What can Smartpress Intelligence do? Provide product and print recommendations per specific use cases. Understand product configuration options to customize projects appropriately. Combine a large language model and general printing knowledge with Smartpress-specific information to ensure accurate recommendations. Track price quotes so clients can compare options in real time. "This next big chapter in the Smartpress story shows we're innovating without ever losing the human touch that defines our company culture," said Chapman. "This launch doesn't change our core belief in world-class, human-centered customer service. It simply frees up our teams to devote more time and personalized service to our clients' complex jobs, distribution needs and multi-product orders." Smartpress Intelligence also keeps a history of client chats so Smartpress' customer service team can monitor and improve responses, blending digital and human technology to improve the overall experience. See more of Smartpress' story: About SmartpressSmartpress is the leading commercial printer for business owners, nonprofits and marketing professionals across North America. Printing everything from booklets and brochures to signs, banners and more, they operate on three foundational principles: Create premium quality print with world-class customer service and a commitment to social responsibility. Smartpress leads the industry in achieving social and environmental milestones like EcoVadis Platinum and ISO 14001 certification. They are 100% employee-owned, Scopes 1 and 2 carbon neutral and home to one of the largest fleets of HP Indigo HD presses in the View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Smartpress
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Smartpress Debuts New AI Agent: Smartpress Intelligence
Online printer ushers in a new era of personalized print configuration CHANHASSEN, Minn., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative commercial printer unveiled their newest foray into AI with Smartpress Intelligence. The groundbreaking proprietary tool helps clients configure print projects, offers expert recommendations and provides real-time pricing, proving the sustainable printer is committed to making print accessible to everyone regardless of expertise level. A Smarter Tool for Better PrintLeveraging content from Smartpress' support resources, blog articles, product pages and employee-curated information, Smartpress Intelligence uses that knowledge to apply context, make decisions and remove the guesswork for clients trying to parse through the digital printer's complex and varied offerings. Try the AI agent yourself: "Smartpress Intelligence gives our customers the freedom to self-guide their product selections, configurations and see immediate pricing quotes," said Smartpress Vice President Matt Chapman. "It's perfect for those who prefer the DIY approach." What can Smartpress Intelligence do? Provide product and print recommendations per specific use cases. Understand product configuration options to customize projects appropriately. Combine a large language model and general printing knowledge with Smartpress-specific information to ensure accurate recommendations. Track price quotes so clients can compare options in real time. "This next big chapter in the Smartpress story shows we're innovating without ever losing the human touch that defines our company culture," said Chapman. "This launch doesn't change our core belief in world-class, human-centered customer service. It simply frees up our teams to devote more time and personalized service to our clients' complex jobs, distribution needs and multi-product orders." Smartpress Intelligence also keeps a history of client chats so Smartpress' customer service team can monitor and improve responses, blending digital and human technology to improve the overall experience. See more of Smartpress' story: About SmartpressSmartpress is the leading commercial printer for business owners, nonprofits and marketing professionals across North America. Printing everything from booklets and brochures to signs, banners and more, they operate on three foundational principles: Create premium quality print with world-class customer service and a commitment to social responsibility. Smartpress leads the industry in achieving social and environmental milestones like EcoVadis Platinum and ISO 14001 certification. They are 100% employee-owned, Scopes 1 and 2 carbon neutral and home to one of the largest fleets of HP Indigo HD presses in the View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Smartpress
Fashion Value Chain
06-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Eurofragance Hits €180M in Sales with 27% Growth in 2024
Spanish fragrance manufacturer Eurofragance reported a record €180 million in like-for-like sales for 2024, reflecting a robust 27% year-on-year growth. The company's strategic investments, strong regional performances, and innovation-driven portfolio contributed to this surge across all categories and geographies. CFO Juan Ramón López Gil attributed the milestone to focused strategy and team dedication, while Chief Market Officer Joan Pere Jimenez highlighted growth in fast-developing markets like UAE, Saudi Arabia, India, Indonesia, and Turkey. Growth was notable across product lines, with Fine Fragrance up 28% and Home & Personal Care rising 20%. Strategically, Eurofragance expanded its footprint with a new creative center in Mumbai, boosted its workforce by 15%, and launched Euphorion™, a fresh addition to its ICON Captives synthetic ingredients line. CEO Laurent Mercier emphasized that investment in talent, innovation, and proprietary ingredients continues to secure Eurofragance's global leadership. On the sustainability front, the company earned EcoVadis Platinum and participated in inclusion and health initiatives, receiving accolades like the VPC Green Beauty Silver Award. With continued emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and talent development, Eurofragance is well-positioned for long-term global expansion.
