Flint Group, a leading global producer of inks and coatings for the print and packaging industries, reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility by achieving the prestigious Gold Rating from EcoVadis.

This Gold Rating, an upgrade from the Silver status Flint Group has held since 2022, places the company among the top 5% of EcoVadis-rated companies in the printing ink manufacturing sector.

EcoVadis, the world’s largest provider of business sustainability ratings, commended Flint Group for its exemplary greenhouse gas management systems and ambitious decarbonisation goals, which are aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Since its previous assessment, Flint Group has made significant strides across several key areas, notably increasing its score in the “Environment” category from 70 to 79 points. The company also improved its score in ‘Labour and Human Rights’, rising from 70 to 76 points. These advancements reflect Flint Group’s comprehensive environmental policies, enhanced transparency through its Sustainability Report, and its methodical approach to sustainability management.

Pepyn Dinandt, CEO of Flint Group, said, “This milestone represents a significant step forward in Flint Group’s sustainability journey, solidifying our position as an industry leader dedicated to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Achieving the Gold Rating from EcoVadis not only validates our structured approach to sustainability but also reinforces our commitment to delivering measurable, positive outcomes for both our customers and the communities we serve.”

Paul Winstanley, vice president of technology and product management, added, “At the core of our sustainability mission is a commitment to helping our customers achieve their own environmental objectives. By providing innovative products that support a circular economy in packaging, and reducing carbon footprints, we aim to create lasting value for our partners and the planet. With initiatives like our PRISM framework and validated Science-Based Targets, we are addressing today’s challenges while also preparing for long-term environmental and social responsibility.”

Flint Group’s PRISM framework steers its sustainability strategy through three key pillars: Product, Planet, and People. The company focuses on designing products with circularity in mind, reducing waste to landfill, minimising water usage, and supporting customers in lowering their carbon footprints with innovative solutions.

Since 2019, Flint Group has reduced its overall greenhouse gas emissions by 36.1%, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions dropping by 23% in 2023 alone. The company remains on track to achieve its ambitious goal of a 46.2% reduction by 2030.