Milliken & Company Earns EcoVadis Gold Rating for the Fifth Year
Milliken & Company, renowned as a leader in material sciences and manufacturing, has achieved a significant milestone by earning a Gold rating in the 2026 EcoVadis assessment. This accomplishment indicates the company’s ongoing dedication to sustainable practices and responsible business operations, marking the fifth consecutive year it has received such recognition.
The EcoVadis assessment evaluates companies on their performance across key areas including Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Milliken's impressive overall score of 82 out of 100 places it in the 95th percentile amongst organizations evaluated by EcoVadis.
Commitment to Sustainability
Halsey Cook, the president and CEO of Milliken, expressed pride in this achievement, emphasizing the collaborative efforts within the company. He stated, "Earning an EcoVadis Gold rating for the fifth consecutive year reflects the collective efforts of teams across Milliken. This recognition reinforces our commitment to continually strengthening how we operate and putting responsible business practices into action across our company and helping our customers advance their own goals."
The meaningful improvements in Milliken’s assessments reveal tremendous growth, especially in the Labor & Human Rights dimensions, where their score increased by eight points from the prior assessment. Such progress reflects meticulous reporting and alignment with recognized standards, further establishing Milliken as a frontrunner in its industry.
Importance of EcoVadis Evaluation
According to Kasel Knight, executive vice president and Chief Legal Officer at Milliken, the EcoVadis assessment provides an essential third-party perspective on how sustainability is woven into the company’s management and operations. Knight remarked, "EcoVadis provides an important external measure of our progress and the systems we have in place across Milliken. Achieving Gold for a fifth consecutive year reflects sustained effort across our organization, while also helping us identify opportunities to continue improving."
This annual assessment not only demonstrates how successfully Milliken intertwines sustainable practices into its operations but also supports its clients in understanding the company's commitment to sustainability through transparent evaluation metrics.
Future Outlook
Milliken's continued recognition by EcoVadis enhances its reputation and credibility within the market. The company’s focus on sustainable innovations aligns well with industry trends that favor environmentally conscious and ethical business practices, catering to an evolving consumer landscape that increasingly prioritizes sustainability.
Customers and stakeholders seeking more information about Milliken's sustainability initiatives can access the company’s latest sustainability report at
sustainability.milliken.com.
About Milliken
Founded over 150 years ago, Milliken is dedicated to harnessing material science in delivering innovation for the future. The company specializes in various sectors including textiles, flooring, specialty chemicals, and healthcare solutions. For more information about their products and services, visit
milliken.com or connect with them on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Milliken continues to lead by example, showcasing that sustainable business practices not only comply with regulatory expectations but also resonate well with the core values of its diverse clientele, ensuring a brighter and more responsible business future.