- Pernod Ricard confirms its global
leadership in the beverage industry in terms of CSR according to
the Vigeo Eiris ranking of May 2018
- Pernod Ricard ranks among the 3% of top
global companies with the most advanced level of commitment to CSR
according to the EcoVadis ranking
Regulatory News:
Press ReleaseJune 13, 2018
The Vigeo Eiris ranking confirms Pernod Ricard's
(Paris:RI) position as the world leader in CSR performance in the
beverage sector, with an overall score of 63/100*. The Group
reports on an advanced environmental strategy, and discloses a
commitment covering all of its environmental responsibilities with
quantified targets to address water, energy, CO2 emissions,
biodiversity, packaging and waste.
With a surge of five points, compared to November 2016, Pernod
Ricard joined:
-Euronext Vigeo Eiris 'World 120' index, which selects the 120
most advanced companies worldwide for
corporate responsibility
-The Euronext Vigeo Eiris ‘France 20’ index, which selects the
20 most advanced companies in France
Pernod Ricard has been a constituent of the Euronext Vigeo Eiris
‘Eurozone 120’ and Euronext Vigeo Eiris ‘Europe 120’ indices since
December 2014.
Vigeo Eiris specifically hailed Pernod Ricard’s commitments,
actions and results in the fields of social and environmental
responsibility.
For more information on the indices click here:
http://www.vigeo-eiris.com/fr/services-aux-investisseurs/indices-ranking-esg/indices-euronext-vigeo-eiris/
EcoVadis highlights Pernod Ricard's progress in social
responsibility by awarding it a score of 75/100**. It is therefore
among the 3% of top global companies that have made the most
advanced commitments to CSR.
Pernod Ricard improved by +18 points compared to the last rating
in 2011. The Group has been awarded the ‘Gold Recognition level’,
reserved for only 5% of the highest-ranking companies. Pernod
Ricard's commitment is the most effective in environmental issues,
rewarded with a score of 90/100.
“We congratulate Pernod Ricard on their strong progress and for
achieving the Gold Recognition. They are among the best in our
industry benchmark on environment and social themes,” said
Pierre-François Thaler, co-CEO of EcoVadis. “This is a great
example of a leader who is also driving all its suppliers to
improve CSR performance across its entire supply chain.”
* The Vigeo Eiris methodology assesses six areas:
Environment, Community Involvement, Human Resources, Human Rights,
Business Behaviour, Corporate Governance.** Four areas are assessed
when using the EcoVadis methodology: Environment, Labour Practices,
Fair Business Practices and Sustainable Procurement.
Cédric Ramat, EVP, Human Resources, Sustainability &
Responsibility, said: “Today, we are very proud of the scores
obtained in the rankings published by Vigeo Eiris and EcoVadis, two
leading organisations in sustainable performance. We truly
consider that sustainable success should benefit all and therefore
our ambition is to go a step further. In line with
this, we have started an internal reflection on our
sustainability and responsible approach piloted by Vanessa Wright,
our new Group Vice President Sustainability and
Responsibility.”
ENDS
About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is the world’s n°2 in wines and spirits with
consolidated Sales of €9, 010 million in 2016/17. Created in
1975 by the merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has undergone
sustained development, based on both organic growth and
acquisitions: Seagram (2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and
Vin&Sprit (2008). Pernod Ricard holds one of the most
prestigious brand portfolios in the sector: Absolut Vodka, Ricard
pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute and The Glenlivet
Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club
rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier- Jouët
champagnes, as well Jacob’s Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo and
Kenwood wines. Pernod Ricard employs a workforce of approximately
18,500 people and operates through a decentralised organisation,
with 6 “Brand Companies” and 86 “Market Companies” established in
each key market. Pernod Ricard is strongly committed to a
sustainable development policy and encourages responsible
consumption. Pernod Ricard’s strategy and ambition are based on 3
key values that guide its expansion: entrepreneurial spirit, mutual
trust and a strong sense of ethics. For more information:
www.pernod-ricard.com
About Vigeo Eiris
Vigeo Eiris is an independent international ESG (Environment,
Social and Governance) research and services agency for investors
and private and public organisations. It reviews risks and assesses
the level of integration of sustainability factors into the
strategy and operations of organizations. Vigeo Eiris offers a wide
range of services:
- Investors: decision support adapted to
all ethical and responsible investment approaches (ratings,
databases, sector analyses, portfolio audits, structured products,
indices...)
- Private and public companies and
organisations, listed and unlisted: assistance in integrating ESG
criteria into managerial functions and strategic operations
(sustainable bonds, corporate rating, CSR audits and labels,
etc.).
Vigeo Eiris' methodology and research services are in line with
the most advanced quality standards.
With a team of over 200 experts of 28 nationalities, the agency
is located in Paris, London, Boston, Brussels, Casablanca, Hong
Kong, Milan, Montreal, Rabat, Santiago and Stockholm. A network of
7 exclusive "Vigeo Eiris Global Network" partners is present in
Germany, Australia, Brazil, Israel, Japan, Spain and Mexico.
For more information: www.vigeo-eiris.com
About EcoVadis
EcoVadis operates the first collaborative platform enabling
large companies to assess the environmental and social performance
of their suppliers and to cover anti-corruption prevention and due
diligence requirements. EcoVadis combines an information system and
a network of experts to provide buyers with simple and reliable
information covering 150 countries, 190 purchasing categories, and
21 indicators (from “CO2 emissions” to “child labour”). EcoVadis
ratings are compatible with GRI/G4 and ISO 26000 standards.
EcoVadis solutions enable companies to reduce risks and encourage
eco-innovations in their supply chain. Today, more than 300 major
international groups and over 70% of CAC40 companies use EcoVadis
for CSR assessments of their suppliers including Axa, BASF, Nestlé,
Orange, Akzo-Nobel, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal,
Nokia/Alcatel-Lucent, Renault-Nissan, Sanofi, Deutsche Telekom,
Henkel, Heineken and Schneider
Electric. www.ecovadis.fr Twitter or LinkedIn.
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