KUALA LUMPUR (Sept 18): Top Glove Corp Bhd has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for the fifth consecutive year and achieved an enhanced score in FTSE Russell ESG Ratings.

In a statement on Monday, the world’s largest manufacturer of gloves said that within the healthcare equipment and supplies industry on the DJSI, the company secured a top decile position, ranking within the top 3% among industry peers.

It said this achievement displays Top Glove’s commitment to sustainable corporate governance, supply chain management, innovation, environmental reporting, climate strategy, human rights, human capital development, and customer relationship management, all of which are key criteria assessed by the DJSI.

Top Glove managing director Lim Cheong Guan said the accolades validate the company’s dedication to the principle of "doing well by doing good".

“We remain committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve, while protecting the environment, and upholding strong ethical principles in our business practices,” he said.

Top Glove attributed the accomplishments to its ongoing efforts to elevate sustainability standards across its operations and its transparent approach to ESG disclosures.

In June 2022, the company launched its comprehensive Sustainability Policy, outlining commitments in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, governance, and traceability through the financial year 2025 (FY2025).

At the time of writing, Top Glove shed 0.62% or 0.5 sen to 81 sen with 4.31 million shares traded.