Freudenberg Performance Materials has been awarded its first EcoVadis Silver Medal for its two UK facilities. It manufactures solutions for advanced wound care and ostomy products at these two locations. With the award, EcoVadis recognises the company’s performance in the categories of environment, ethics, labour and human rights and sustainable procurement.

The award means that Freudenberg Performance Materials LP with its two facilities in Ebbw Vale and Littleborough ranks among the best 25 per cent of companies rated by EcoVadis.

“The good EcoVadis rating confirms our consistent implementation of our sustainability strategy. We are working systematically to minimise our footprint and maximise our handprint,” said Dr Henk Randau, general manager and SVP of the global business division Healthcare at Freudenberg Performance Materials. “That means we are continuously improving our energy efficiency and use of resources while at the same time supporting our customers in the medical products industry to make their processes more efficient and roll out sustainable products.”