GEA, a global leader in plant and mechanical engineering, has earned a prestigious Platinum Status in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment. This places GEA in the top one percent of the 150,000 companies rated globally in 2024, highlighting its commitment to sustainable business practices.
The company improved its EcoVadis score by ten points from the previous year, moving from Gold to the highest Platinum status. GEA excelled in all assessed categories: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement, with an impressive performance in the Environment category.
GEA CEO Stefan Klebert stated, "The award from EcoVadis demonstrates the effectiveness of our sustainability strategy. As a leading mechanical engineering company, this reinforces our commitment to being a responsible partner for our customers."
The company's success is tied to its Climate Transition Plan 2040 and Mission 30 corporate strategy, both aimed at achieving ambitious climate and sustainability targets. Chief Sustainability Officer Dr. Nadine Sterley emphasized the importance of transparency in their sustainability efforts, which contributed to this recognition.
GEA's documented sustainability strategy and transparent practices are reflected in its high ratings. In addition to EcoVadis recognition, GEA has been honored in other sustainability benchmarks, including Time Magazine's list of the World's 500 Most Sustainable Companies and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.
