Overview:
- Apollo Tyres earns Gold in EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings, placing among the top 5% of global firms.
- Huge leap in sustainability score — from 41 to 76 over five years.
- Major gains in Ethics and Labour & Human Rights reflect inclusive, values-driven progress.
- Top scores in Environment and Sustainable Procurement show robust, future-ready practices.
Apollo Tyres Earns EcoVadis Gold: A Global Sustainability Milestone
In a major sustainability win, Apollo Tyres Ltd has achieved the coveted Gold Rating from EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating agency. This prestigious honor places the Indian tyre major in the top 5% of companies worldwide, spanning all industries, in terms of sustainability and ethical practices.
But this isn’t just about a certificate or a badge. For Apollo Tyres, it’s a moment of validation for a journey rooted in responsibility, resilience, and reform.
From Good to Gold: A Five-Year Transformation
Apollo’s performance improvement is nothing short of remarkable. Over the past five years, the company’s overall score has jumped from 41 to 76, climbing to the 95th percentile globally. Here’s a closer look at how the numbers stack up:
| Assessment Category | Score (Previous) | Score (FY25) |
|---|---|---|
| Environment | 70 | 85 |
| Labour & Human Rights | 70 | 80 |
| Ethics | 50 | 63 |
| Sustainable Procurement | 65 | 71 |
| Overall EcoVadis Score | 41 (5 years ago) | 76 |
| Percentile Rank | 92nd (FY24) | 95th (FY25) |
Leadership Speaks: Sustainability by Design
Commenting on the achievement, Sunam Sarkar, President and Chief Business Officer at Apollo Tyres, said:
“This Gold Rating reflects the hard work and passion our teams have poured into building an organisation that leads with values. From environmental stewardship to inclusive labour practices and stronger ethics frameworks, we’ve made real, measurable progress — and this recognition fuels us to do even more.”
What Drove the Gold Rating?
The EcoVadis evaluation spans four pillars — Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Apollo’s improvements stemmed from targeted actions, such as:
- Enhanced Environmental Practices: Waste reduction, lower emissions, and energy-efficient manufacturing earned Apollo its highest score of 85 in this category.
- Inclusive Labour Policies: A strong focus on workplace safety, gender equality, and fair labour led to a score of 80.
- Stronger Ethics & Compliance: Apollo ramped up governance and ethical training, improving its Ethics score from 50 to 63.
- Responsible Procurement: The brand’s sourcing policies now emphasize transparency and sustainability, reflected in a solid 71 score.
Conclusion: A Road Paved with Responsibility
As global businesses increasingly prioritize sustainability, Apollo Tyres has shown that meaningful change is possible — with focus, intention, and values at the core. Its Gold Rating from EcoVadis is not just an accolade; it’s an invitation to lead by example.
With rising expectations from customers, investors, and communities, Apollo is no longer just a tyre company — it’s a torchbearer for ethical, sustainable, and socially conscious business. And this milestone is a sign: the road ahead is green — and Apollo is ready to drive it.