Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Named Asia’s Most Sustainable Company

Ranked 8th Globally in S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL), a leading force in Asia’s fashion and retail industry, has been recognized as Asia’s Most Sustainable Company and ranked 8th globally in the Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods sector for its outstanding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance in the 2020 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).

The CSA methodology is widely respected and forms the basis for inclusion in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

Commitment to Responsible Growth

Mr. Ashish Dikshit, Managing Director of ABFRL, expressed pride in the achievement, stating:

“We are delighted that ABFRL has been positioned first in Asia and 8th globally in the Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Industry category. These rankings reflect our commitment toward enhancing economic, governance, social, and environmental initiatives at ABFRL. Over the past decade, we have led the way in bringing sustainability to the forefront of the fashion and retail industry.”

He added that ABFRL remains committed to providing thought leadership and accelerating sustainability within the sector.

Global Recognition for ESG Excellence

Mr. Edoardo Gai, Managing Director of SAM (a part of S&P Global), congratulated the company, saying:

“We applaud Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited for achieving the highest score among all Asian companies in its industry. With a record number of participants in the 2020 Corporate Sustainability Assessment, ABFRL’s results clearly distinguish it as a sustainability leader committed to people and the planet.”

Continuous Efforts Toward a Sustainable Future

Each year, the S&P Global CSA evaluates companies worldwide, ranking them based on their ESG practices. ABFRL’s strong performance reflects its vision, dedication, and effective execution across governance, environmental, and social dimensions.

This recognition reinforces ABFRL’s position as a pioneer in sustainable fashion and retail, setting benchmarks for responsible business practices and long-term value creation in the global textile industry.