Berger Textiles Awarded EcoVadis Platinum Medal for Sustainability Leadership

Berger Textiles has earned the prestigious Platinum medal from EcoVadis for its sustainability achievements in its European operations, placing it in the top 1% among over 130,000 companies evaluated globally.

This recognition acknowledges Berger Textiles’ ongoing commitment to reducing its environmental footprint across its entire value chain. The company has been a pioneer in adopting recycled PET fabrics, particularly through its EVO range, which offers eco-friendly alternatives to its bestselling textiles. Demonstrating its heightened focus on sustainability, Berger Textiles announced at this year’s FESPA Global Print Expo that selected products will now be offered exclusively in their EVO formats.

These initiatives have also earned the company additional certifications such as GRS, OEKO-TEX, and GOTS. In 2022, Berger Textiles launched the “we.respect” sustainability manifesto — a consolidated strategy that formalizes sustainability as a core component of its operations.

Speaking about the recent accolade, Alessandro Lanfranconi, CEO of Berger Textiles, said: “We’re incredibly proud to receive the EcoVadis Platinum certification, which recognises the efforts we’ve made to integrate sustainability into every decision, alongside product performance. As highlighted in our sustainability manifesto, this goes beyond environmental considerations. People are also a key pillar of this strategy, which is why we’ve made sustainability part of how we work, source, produce, and deliver our fabrics. It reinforces our conviction that performance and responsibility go hand-in-hand, and we’re proud to offer textile solutions that not only meet their high-performance demands but also contribute to a more sustainable future.”

EcoVadis evaluates companies on 21 sustainability criteria across four pillars: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. These are aligned with major global standards, including the UN Global Compact, International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions, Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and ISO 26000. The rating provides businesses with insights into their sustainability performance and guidance for ongoing improvement.

Berger Textiles’ sustainable product range includes not only soft signage but also architectural, home, and fashion textiles. These are showcased using its distinctive periodic table-style catalogue, which organizes products by application.

To explore more about Berger Textiles’ environmental initiatives and read the full ‘we.respect’ manifesto, visit their official website.