Each year, we disclose progress on material topics and share our progress on the topics that matter to our environmental, social and economic impact. In doing so, we demonstrate transparency and underline our commitment to continuous improvement. This commitment is regularly recognized and assessed through international sustainability ratings and rankings.
Sustainability is crucial for GEA. We operate transparently and regularly have our sustainability performance assesed by rating agencies. GEA has received top ratings and rankings from: EcoVadis, CDP, Sustainalytics and MSCI. GEA is also listed on the DAX 50 ESG, Dow Jones Sustainability Europe Index and MSCI Global Sustainability Indexes.
In 2024, GEA again made it to CDP’s Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) A-list. This award recognizes the commitment to implementing risk prevention and environmental protection measures with suppliers.
In 2025, GEA received a rating of ‘AAA’ (on a scale of AAA-CCC) in the MSCI ESG Ratings assessment.(1)
Following the index review in June 2025, GEA remained in the FTSE4Good Index Series. This is designed to measure the performance of companies that demonstrate strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.
In May 2025, GEA received a ‘B-‘ rating and its “Prime Status” was confirmed. GEA was recognized as an industry leader in its sector.(2)
In June 2025, GEA received an ESG Risk Rating of 13.5 and was assessed as having a Low Risk of material financial impact from ESG factors. GEA ranks in the 1st percentile (lowest risk) in the rated machinery industry.(3)
In 2025, GEA was recognized by Sustainalytics as an ESG Industry Top Rated company, placing it among the top 50 ranked companies in their ESG Risk Ratings universe.(3)
In the Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024, GEA ranks among the top 5% of its industry. GEA is a component of the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World and Dow Jones Best-in-Class Europe Index.(4)
GEA is listed on Integrity Next, the platform for transparent supplier sustainability and compliance. The following link takes you to our Sustainability Profile on the Integrity Next platform.
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2) ESG Corporate Rating | ISS (issgovernance.com)
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