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Comar Awarded Silver Medal by EcoVadis for Sustainability Excellence

Comar, a prominent contract manufacturing partner for the healthcare sector, is thrilled to announce its recognition by EcoVadis with a prestigious Silver Medal. This accolade positions Comar among the top 15% of over 130,000 companies evaluated worldwide by EcoVadis, emphasizing the organization's dedication to environmental, social, and ethical governance.

EcoVadis conducts thorough assessments based on 21 sustainability criteria, which are organized into four pivotal themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. The evaluation process ensures that companies are held to high standards of sustainability and responsibility.

As Michael Herron, Director of Environmental Health and Safety at Comar, rightly states, "At Comar, we believe that progress never stops, and that includes our commitment to sustainability." This Silver Medal serves as a testament to the company's ongoing endeavors to mitigate its environmental footprint, uphold ethical standards, and foster social good within the communities they serve.

To achieve this remarkable recognition, Comar has infused sustainability into its business model through several initiatives:

• - Eco-conscious Manufacturing: Comar focuses on minimizing energy consumption, optimizing material usage, and increasing the availability of post-consumer recycled (PCR) products across its offerings.
• - Sustainable Product Innovation: They design packaging and medical solutions that adhere to the principles of a circular economy, ensuring that products are not only effective but also environmentally friendly.
• - Ethical and Responsible Sourcing: Comar collaborates with suppliers who share their sustainability ethos and commitment to fair labor practices.
• - Corporate Social Responsibility: The company is actively engaged in supporting its employees and local communities through volunteerism and philanthropic ventures.

Brian Larkin, President & CEO of Comar, added, "As our customers increasingly seek responsible partners, we are proud to demonstrate that Comar is taking meaningful action to advance sustainability."

The enthusiasm surrounding this award reflects a growing acknowledgment within the industry of the importance of responsible business practices. As the demand for sustainable solutions in healthcare continues to escalate, Comar is set on maintaining its momentum towards innovation and responsibility.

Moreover, Comar has established a robust framework that not only meets the current demands for sustainable practices but is also flexible enough to adopt new advancements as they evolve in the field. The company is committed to exploring further innovations and practices that will continue to lower their environmental impact while providing high-quality solutions to their clients.

Comar, which is headquartered in Voorhees, NJ, operates 11 strategic manufacturing facilities and employs various plastic molding technologies ranging from injection molding to extrusion blow molding. This diverse capability positions Comar as a leader in the packaging and dispensing products sector for healthcare, underscoring their role in transforming innovative concepts into real-world solutions that positively impact society.

With over 75 years of experience in delivering high-impact packaging and medical solutions, Comar is majority-owned by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners. As they look to the future, the company is not just resting on its laurels, but is continuously pushing the envelope on what it means to be a sustainable manufacturer in today’s changing landscape.