WAS receives silver medal
in the EcoVadis sustainability rating
For the internationally recognised EcoVadis sustainability rating, Wietmarscher Ambulanz- und Sonderfahrzeug GmbH (WAS) submitted documents for the first time and achieved a great result straight away: With 67 out of a maximum of 100 points, we are among the top 11% of companies worldwide that have been assessed by EcoVadis (as of November 2023). WAS was awarded a silver medal for this sustainability performance.
According to EcoVadis, WAS has a structured sustainability concept and comprehensive sustainability reporting, among other things. Within our "Manufacture of bodies, superstructures and trailers" sector, we are even among the top 4% of the companies assessed.
Sustainability as an important factor in the supply chain
Sustainability standards and CSR performance in the supply chain are becoming increasingly important for purchasing organisations. More and more customers are demanding detailed information on the sustainability performance of their suppliers and often make this a prerequisite for awarding contracts. By being awarded a silver medal by EcoVadis, WAS is in an excellent position to continue to meet high standards in the areas of environmental management, ethics, working conditions and sustainable procurement and to meet the growing demands of the market.
About EcoVadis
As an independent international platform for sustainability ratings, EcoVadis analyses and evaluates the performance of companies in the key areas of sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The method is based on international sustainability standards and combines the requirements of the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact and ISO 26000, a guideline on social responsibility, among others, in a comprehensive survey. More than 100,000 companies worldwide cooperate with EcoVadis and have the assessment service analyse their value chain and share the results with their stakeholders.
About Ecovadis
EcoVadis is an independent, world-leading sustainability rating platform that helps companies to objectively assess and transparently communicate their performance in the key areas of sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). Using a proven and scientifically based approach, EcoVadis analyses the environmental, social and ethical practices of companies along their entire value chain.
The EcoVadis methodology is based on international sustainability standards, including the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) guidelines, the principles of the UN Global Compact and the ISO 26000 guidelines for social responsibility. This comprehensive foundation ensures that the assessment covers the most important aspects of modern corporate governance, from environmental friendliness and resource efficiency to labour conditions, human rights and ethical business conduct.
EcoVadis carries out a detailed analysis for each assessment, taking into account both the company's self-disclosure and external evidence. This approach enables a differentiated assessment that reveals both a company's strengths and its potential for improvement. The result is an easy-to-understand scorecard that provides a comprehensive overview of the company's sustainability performance and at the same time contains specific recommendations for optimisation.
More than 100,000 companies worldwide rely on EcoVadis to measure and communicate their sustainability goals. Companies use the assessments not only to improve their internal processes, but also to demonstrate transparency and responsibility to their stakeholders - including investors, customers and partners. In addition, collaboration with EcoVadis serves as a basis for many companies to analyse the sustainability standards of their supply chains and identify potential risks.
Thanks to its global reach and cross-industry relevance, EcoVadis has established itself as an indispensable tool for companies that see sustainability as an integral part of their business strategy. From multinational corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises, EcoVadis is helping to drive the transformation towards a more sustainable business world.
Your contact person
Simone
Bergmann
Head of Marketing/Communications
![[Translate to English:] Simone Bergmann, Head of Marketing, WAS](/fileadmin/_processed_/a/1/csm_Simone_Bergmann_Head-of-Marketing_WAS_b2002fe1ff.webp "Simone Bergmann")