UK foam manufacturer, The Vita Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum rating, scoring an industry-leading 83 out of 100.
The accolade places Vita in the top 1% of companies assessed globally by EcoVadis, highlighting its commitment to creating sustainable business practices through a future-fit sustainability management system.
To be awarded an EcoVadis Platinum rating, companies must be dedicated to integrating sustainability into every aspect of their operations and receive a high evaluation across four key areas; environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.
Key achievements that contributed to Vita’s recognition included:
- The implementation of cutting- edge technologies and practices to minimise environmental impact. Vita’s sustainable foam product Orbis revolutionises circularity in flexible polyurethane (PU) foams by incorporating recycled raw materials from end-of-life foam, creating a genuine closed loop circular solution.
- Strong focus on labour rights, diversity, and inclusion within its workforce. Vita was recognised for its approach to embedding sustainability within the workforce, for example, running internal campaigns and initiatives such as a bulletin system for sharing best practices across the group.
- Upholding of the highest ethical standards, business practices and integration of transparent policies, including a zero-tolerance policy for anti-bribery, corruption, and competition violations, with no cases of child labour, human trafficking, or modern slavery, and no non-compliance notices.
- Investment in tools that ensure the supply chain shares Vita’s commitment to the same sustainability values. Vita has developed a bespoke Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) tool to optimise supplier data, ensure consistent adherence to sustainability goals and support innovation.
“We are honoured to receive the EcoVadis Platinum rating,” said Omar Hoek, CEO of The Vita Group. “This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to sustainability and driving positive change across our value chain. We will continue to strive for excellence in our sustainability initiatives and lead by example in our industry.”
Natalie Watson Group Director of Sustainability said: “To drive transformational change, The Vita Group has proactively embraced a mindset of responsibility and leadership, allowing it to manifest in our actions. For us, it’s not about being told to change; it’s about taking responsibility and leading the way. Our EcoVadis Platinum rating reassures us that our approach is the right path to positive change.”
The EcoVadis Platinum rating acknowledges Vita’s achievements but also confirms its momentum towards the sustainable future it is building.
