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SI Group Achieves Silver EcoVadis Rating

SI Group, a leading developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, and chemical intermediates, has recently received a Silver sustainability rating from EcoVadis. This new rating propels the company into the top 15% of all assessed companies worldwide, marking a significant improvement over its previous Bronze rating from 2025. The recognition effectively reflects SI Group’s continuous commitment to advancing its sustainability strategy, as highlighted in its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report for 2025.

Understanding EcoVadis

EcoVadis is recognized globally as a trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, assessing companies based on four key areas: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. In the 2026 assessment, SI Group surpassed industry averages in all four categories, indicating its robust commitment to responsible operations and ethical business practices within the chemical production sector.

Continuous Improvement and Commitment to Sustainability

The upgraded Silver rating is a testament to the progress SI Group has made, as documented in their ESG report. This report showcases measurable achievements across various sectors of the company's global operations. SI Group has initiated programs aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting responsible resource management, and improving supply chain transparency.

In addition to operational advancements, SI Group has introduced new policies, expanded sustainability programs, and earned additional certifications that bolster corporate governance and environmental performance across its global production network.

Mike Farnell, the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Chief Sustainability Officer at SI Group, commented, "EcoVadis provides a vital benchmark for evaluating our sustainability performance and identifying opportunities for further improvement. Achieving the Silver rating is an encouraging milestone that reflects our teams' commitment worldwide to operate responsibly and support our customers with solutions contributing to a more sustainable future."

A Commitment to Integrating Sustainability

SI Group is keen on integrating sustainability into every aspect of its operations, from development and manufacturing to application of chemical technologies. By doing so, it assists customers in meeting evolving performance and environmental objectives while maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance, and responsible growth in the industry.

For more insights regarding SI Group's sustainability initiatives, interested parties can visit www.siigroup.com/sustainability or refer to the 2025 ESG Report for in-depth information.

About SI Group

Based in The Woodlands, Texas, SI Group is a global leader in performance additives, process solutions, and chemical intermediates. The company's chemical technologies are essential solutions that enhance the quality and performance of industrial and consumer products in sectors such as plastics, rubber and adhesives, fuels, lubricants, coatings, and oil field applications. SI Group operates 18 production facilities across three continents, serving customers in over 80 countries with a workforce of approximately 1,500 employees. Driven by a passion for safety, chemistry, sustainability, and exceptional results, SI Group seeks to create long-term value through innovation for a better future. Further information is available at www.siigroup.com.

About EcoVadis

EcoVadis is a purpose-driven company committed to embedding sustainability information into every business decision worldwide. In 2024, EcoVadis acquired Ulula, a leading platform for worker voice, enhancing its capabilities to support human rights compliance due diligence. Companies of all sizes rely on EcoVadis’s detailed insights to comply with ESG regulations, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve their sustainability performances across 250 industries in 185 countries. Leading firms such as Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal, Unilever, Bridgestone, BASF, and JPMorgan are amongst over 150,000 businesses utilizing EcoVadis ratings, risk and carbon management tools, and e-learning platforms to accelerate their path to resilience, sustainable growth, and positive global impact. More information is available at ecovadis.com.