{"id":478,"date":"2025-06-05T15:57:20","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T13:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fortalgroup.com\/fortal-wins-ecovadis-silver-medal-in-recognition-of-its-csr-commitments\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T14:14:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T13:14:22","slug":"fortal-wins-ecovadis-silver-medal-in-recognition-of-its-csr-commitments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fortalgroup.com\/en\/fortal-wins-ecovadis-silver-medal-in-recognition-of-its-csr-commitments\/","title":{"rendered":"FORTAL awarded the EcoVadis bronze medal in recognition of its CSR commitments"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”531″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306923132{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]For several years, FORTAL has been structuring and strengthening its CSR approach in all aspects of its strategy and business. The company uses a variety of levers to reduce its environmental footprint, improve working conditions, encourage responsible driving and maintain sustainable relationships with suppliers and partners.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306869984{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In 2025, Fortal was awarded the bronze medal by the independent organization EcoVadis<\/strong>, a benchmark player in the evaluation of CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) performance. This distinction rewards the company’s commitment to a demanding approach to environmental, social and ethical responsibility.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306859599{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Companies are rated according to four main pillars:<\/p>\n
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  1. The environment<\/strong> (waste management, CO2 emissions, energy policy, etc.)<\/li>\n
  2. Social and human rights<\/strong> (working conditions, equality, risk prevention, etc.)<\/li>\n
  3. Ethics<\/strong> (anti-corruption, transparency, responsible conduct, etc.)<\/li>\n
  4. Responsible purchasing<\/strong> (choice of suppliers, traceability, compliance with standards, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Depending on their overall score, companies can be awarded a medal (bronze, silver, gold or platinum). The bronze medal<\/strong>, awarded to Fortal, distinguishes the top 25% of companies evaluated.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306525483{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n

    What is EcoVadis?<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306537279{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]EcoVadis<\/strong> is a collaborative platform that assesses the sustainability performance of over 100,000 companies worldwide. Created in 2007, it is based on an international frame of reference founded on standards such as the United Nations Global Compact, the conventions of the ILO (International Labour Organization), ISO 26000, the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) and the principles of the OECD.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306896372{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n

    Concrete recognition of FORTAL’s commitments<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756306952086{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This bronze medal rewards Fortal’s concrete efforts<\/strong>, in particular :[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756307000554{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n
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    • Optimizing its manufacturing processes to limit waste and energy consumption<\/li>\n
    • The use of sustainable materials and a strict policy for managing hazardous substances<\/li>\n
    • Particular attention paid to the safety, training and well-being of its employees<\/li>\n
    • Respect for social and ethical standards throughout the value chain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756307127652{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]As a French industrial player, FORTAL places quality, safety and environmental impact<\/strong> at the heart of its production. Being certified by EcoVadis also enables the company to meet the expectations of its customers, who are increasingly sensitive to the CSR approach of their partners, and to reinforce the transparency of its commitment.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756307083646{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\n

      A dynamic of continuous improvement<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756307115256{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This recognition is not an end in itself, but an important step in a continuous improvement process<\/strong>. FORTAL uses the results of the EcoVadis assessment to analyze its strengths, identify areas for improvement and implement concrete actions.<\/p>\n

      The company also plans to strengthen its CSR management indicators, raise awareness among its teams and push even further the development of sustainable solutions for its customers.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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