Zentiva Receives Prestigious ESG Transparency Award 2025 for Outstanding Reporting Standards

Zentiva Achieves ESG Transparency Milestone

On November 29, 2025, Zentiva, a prominent player in the European generics pharmaceutical sector, was awarded the prestigious ESG Transparency Award 2025 by the EUPD Group. This accolade is a recognition of corporations that excel in transparency, clarity, and structured reporting in accordance with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria.

The awards were presented during the ESG Summit 2025, part of the European Sustainability Week 2025 organized by EUPD Group. This recognition underscores the efforts of industry leaders who have integrated sustainability into their business strategies while adhering to established reporting standards.

Zentiva secured the ESG Transparency Award in the Excellence Level category for its outstanding performance in providing clear, accessible, and transparent sustainability reports. This achievement places Zentiva among the leading organizations in Europe regarding transparent ESG reporting.

Notably, the company has demonstrated a well-structured and strategically sound approach to sustainability, aligning with current European regulatory requirements for governance and reporting processes. Furthermore, the transparency related to climate change disclosures—including the utilization of renewable energy sources in European manufacturing plants and their inclusion in broader long-term climate strategies—has achieved commendable clarity. Zentiva has also presented a comprehensive calculation of its indirect carbon footprint, with an external audit confirming the completeness of the data, and clearly explained its governance structure, highlighting the role of the Audit Committee in endorsing sustainability-related plans. These outcomes emphasize Zentiva's commitment to making positive societal and environmental changes.

Steffen Klink, Chief Operating Officer of EUPD Group, remarked, “We proudly congratulate Zentiva on its exceptional commitment to transparent ESG communication, clearly demonstrating control and accountability according to standards. The company makes public information about significant impacts, risks, and opportunities in key environmental, social, and governance areas. This dedication to holistic outcomes, including ambitious decarbonization goals and a comprehensive global policy on ethical conduct and responsible sourcing, sets a clear benchmark for achieving high industry results.”

Ines Windisch, head of corporate affairs and sustainability at Zentiva, commented, “We are genuinely proud to receive this award for our sustainability reporting. It affirms that our journey is about much more than mere compliance with standards; it encompasses learning, testing, regulation, and bold, transparent actions. At Zentiva, we understand that small steps can have a significant impact, and we must act today for a sustainable tomorrow. Sustainability is not just a responsibility; it is an opportunity for people and partners to make a long-term positive impact on future generations. This award is an important milestone that inspires us to continue moving forward.”

About Zentiva

Zentiva is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of patients of all ages, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and supply of high-quality and affordable medicines to meet the needs of over 100 million people across more than 30 countries in Europe and beyond. As a sole owner, Zentiva operates four manufacturing sites and boasts an extensive network of external production partners to ensure supply security. The company employs over 5,000 unique professionals united by a shared commitment to aiding patients who rely on its medicines daily. To learn more, visit www.zentiva.com.

About EUPD Group

Since its establishment in 2000, the EUPD Group has been developing comprehensive innovative solutions for companies focused on sustainability. We lead businesses to success through our data-driven marketing research and consulting services in energy, social spheres, and ESG. Specializing in technological sectors such as photovoltaics, energy storage, heat pumps, and electromobility, we also offer services in areas such as occupational safety and equal opportunities in the social sphere, while the ESG category focuses on corporate sustainability and responsibility issues, including reporting transparency. Our goal is to facilitate companies' competitiveness, creating optimal foundational conditions and developing opportunities for business growth. For more information, visit www.eupd-group.com.

About the ESG Transparency Award

The ESG Transparency Award acknowledges European organizations that have thoroughly adopted forward-looking sustainability concepts and present them transparently in an ESG report. These trailblazers serve as role models by proving that profitability and sustainability are not mutually exclusive but rather constitute equally successful strategies for a dignified future. The EUPD Group has developed the ESG Transparency Evaluation Standard for an objective assessment of transparency, accountability, and structural quality in ESG reporting, based on the most relevant European and international guidelines regarding sustainability reporting. More details can be found at www.esg-transparency-award.de/en.