ESG
Our efforts have not been limited to rethinking products in a circular perspective. Aquafil has always had a holistic approach towards sustainability, which extends beyond circular product design to encompass social and governance aspects too.
EcoVadis Platinum
In 2024, Aquafil launched a project with EcoVadis, a global leader in sustainability ratings, to map and manage ESG risks across its supply chain.
Thanks to the progress made over the past year in environmental, social, ethical and responsible sourcing practices, in 2025 the Group received the Platinum Medal, placing it in the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies assessed.
Thanks to the progress made over the past year in environmental, social, ethical and responsible sourcing practices, in 2025 the Group received the Platinum Medal, placing it in the top 1% of more than 150,000 companies assessed.
The improved rating was supported by several key initiatives, including:
- extending the Climate Risk & Vulnerability Assessment and the Biodiversity Impact Assessment across the entire Group;
- launching the ESG risk assessment program within the supply chain;
- enhancing sustainability reporting through the transition from GRI to ESRS standards;
- achieving the UNI/PdR 125 certification for gender equality.
Our ESG achievements in 2025
In a rapidly changing world, Aquafil remains committed to a long-term perspective—a steady anchor amidst continuous challenges. Though 2025 was a demanding year, we chose to simplify and strengthen our foundations, investing in our ability to adapt and grow in uncertain times.
Environment
- 99.6% of electricity purchased from renewable sources
- 15,961 tons of post-consumer waste collected
- 60.4% of fibres sales from ECONYL®
- Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment extended to all Group sites (more info)
- Biodiversity Impact and Risk Assessment extended to all Group sites (more info)
- Launch of a demonstration plant for the chemical separation of elastic fibers from nylon in blended textile waste
Social
- 94.8% Permanent contracts
- Almost 30,000 Training hours
- Almost 600 Hours of corporate volunteering in Italy
- Strengthened ESG monitoring across the supply chain, with 61% of the Group’s total procurement spend covered by EcoVadis assessments
- 56.6% of staff trained on the Group’s DE&I Policy
Governance
- 44% Female Directors on the Board of Directors
- 0 Fines, penalties or legal action for corruption or violation of the Code of Conduct
- Whistleblowing platform available in the main languages of the Group
- 92% of workforce covered by ISO 14:001 certifications
- 79% of workforce covered by ISO 45:001 certifications
Materiality analysis
In line with the requirements of ESRS, the double materiality analysis is periodically updated, leading the Group to assess:
• Impact materiality: the consequences – actual or potential – of the company’s activities on people and the planet.
• Financial materiality: the risks and opportunities in ESG that can affect financial and economic performance.
• Impact materiality: the consequences – actual or potential – of the company’s activities on people and the planet.
• Financial materiality: the risks and opportunities in ESG that can affect financial and economic performance.
There are five stages in Aquafil’s materiality analysis methodology:
Next-Gen ESG Data Collection Tool
In 2025, Aquafil upgraded its ESG data management system by introducing a new platform. Designed to meet CSRD requirements, this customized tool standardizes social (HR, safety) and environmental (energy, emissions, waste, water, materials) KPIs across all Group facilities and commercial entities, with data collected on a monthly, semi-annual, or annual basis.
Our Agenda 2030
For each of our 5 ECO PLEDGE® guiding principles, we have defined forward-looking objectives identifying improvement areas and launched a series of projects to reach them.
2025
Promoting education on environmental protection by supporting local cultural and sports associations and contributing to the training of the young generations
Social
2025
Helping vulnerable categories
Social
2025
Consolidating existing supply chains
Environment
Consolidating existing supply chains
2025
Environment
- Generate 60% of turnover of ECONYL® branded and/or regenerated products out of total fiber turnover (with the same scope). Progress at December 31, 2024: 54,8%
- Involve 60% of BCF (carpet nylon 6) EMEA customers in the post-industrial Take-Back program. Progress at December 31, 2024: 48,5%
2025
Creating new circular sustainable supply chains
Environment
Creating new circular sustainable supply chains
2025
Environment
- Collect 35,000 tons of post-consumer waste for the creation of new recycled materials. Progress at December 31, 2024: 19.002t
2025
Implementing the eco-design approach
Environment
Implementing the eco-design approach
2025
Environment
- Start 13 projects involving final brands in eco-design and recycling of end-of-life garments. Progress at December 31, 2024: 9 projects started
- Born R2R first phase: sign an MoU with 50% of selected carpet and rug manufacturers, to design products intended to be recyclable at end of life and made with recycled material (ECONYL® nylon). Progress at December 31, 2024: 47%
Use renewable energy sources
Environment
Use renewable energy sources
Environment
- Purchase 100% of electricity from renewable sources for the entire Aquafil group.
Progress as of 31/12/2024: 92.3%
2025
Mitigating the impact of production processes
Environment
Mitigating the impact of production processes
2025
Environment
- Certify all plants within the Group as ISO 14001. Progress at December 31, 2024: 11/13
- Certify all plants within the Group as ISO 50001. Progress at December 31, 2024: 8/13
- Enrolling the Group in the Science Based Targets (SBTs) initiative and subscribing to greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. Progress at December 31, 2024: in progress
2025
Reducing waste by reusing packaging
Environment
Reducing waste by reusing packaging
2025
Environment
- Recover pallets used for product transport, and achieve 50% re-usage of pallets for the BCF EMEA business. Progress at December 31, 2024: 44%
2025
Supporting staff growth
Social
2025
Achieving equal representation of gender at all levels of the company
Social
2025
Improving our Corporate Governance
Governance
Improving our Corporate Governance
2025
Governance
- Develop a top management succession plan. Progress at December 31, 2024: target achieved
2025
Reducing injuries
Social
2026
Monitoring supplier ethics
Environment
Monitoring supplier ethics
2026
Environment
- Monitor our main suppliers along the supply chain – through audits and/or due diligence – also in compliance with the European Supply Chain Act (CSDDD, Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive). Progress at December 31, 2024: in progress
2028
Ensuring respect for fundamental Human Rights in the workplace
Social