Sappi receives top sustainability recognition from EcoVadis for sixth consecutive year

SOUTH AFRICA – Sappi, a global provider of materials made from wood fiber-based renewable resources, has once again achieved platinum status, the highest rating awarded by the sustainability assessment platform EcoVadis.

This marks the sixth consecutive year that Sappi has received this prestigious recognition, placing it among the top 1% of companies worldwide in the manufacture of pulp, paper, and paperboard.

In 2018-2019, Sappi was awarded an EcoVadis gold medal, the highest level until the platinum category was introduced in 2020.

Sappi’s global business strategy is focused on sustainable growth, enhancing trust, driving collaboration, and fostering innovation as a diversified global woodfibre group.

“At Sappi, we recognize that sustainability is about investing in people-centric, positive change,” says Tracy Wessels, Group Head of Investor Relations and Sustainability at Sappi.

“We are immensely grateful for the ongoing collaboration with EcoVadis, and we look forward to continuing this strategic approach, regionally and globally, thereby innovating our sustainability efforts in areas where we can have the greatest impact.”

In 2021, Sappi partnered with EcoVadis to benchmark and assess the sustainability practices of its suppliers.

This collaboration strengthens Sappi’s ability to identify risks, assess social and environmental performance, and encourage sustainable choices across the value chain. It aligns with Sappi’s commitment to creating shared value, especially in its communities.

Griffith Foods recognized by EcoVadis

Meanwhile, Griffith Foods, which EcoVadis has assessed annually since 2019, achieved another gold medal for its 2023 performance, scoring in the top 5% of all companies ranked by EcoVadis.

The EcoVadis ratings, which have evaluated over 130,000 companies across 220 industries and 180 countries, cover environmental, ethics, labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement.

As Griffith Foods advances its sustainable business strategy, the EcoVadis rating is an essential benchmark of progress relative to peers and supply chain partners.

The company is embedding sustainability into its global operations and supporting the transition to more nutritious, accessible, and planet-friendly foods.

Griffith Foods is committed to a food production system that regenerates the planet and provides nutritious offerings, valuing the people and communities who grow our food.

They are excited to be an enabler in the value chain as a product development partner working directly with farmers and food service providers.

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