NORD earns EcoVadis Gold for sustainability, ranked among top 4% globally

By Staff Report August 26, 2025 6:36 pm IST

Getriebebau NORD GmbH & Co. KG in Bargteheide has been awarded the EcoVadis gold medal this year. Having scored 78/100 points, the drive manufacturer is part of the top 4% of all globally rated companies while raising its score by 10 points compared to last year.

As an independent family business, NORD has always stood for a long-term approach, integrity and reliability. “These values also influence the sustainability management of our drive systems experts. The golden EcoVadis award is an impressive testimony to our extensive efforts. But instead of resting on our laurels, we see this as motivation to consequently continue our way of responsible business management”, Jörg Niermann, Head of Marketing at NORD, emphasises. “In accordance with our principles, for the sake of future generations and in the interest of our customers worldwide.”

Focus on CO₂e-reduction
NORD scored 85/100 points in the “Environment” category, thus achieving the highest individual rating. The rated measures range from the use of renewable energies and recovery of waste heat to energy-efficient production up to detailed CO₂e-reports according to Scope 1 to 3.

Ethics as a basic principle
In the “Ethics” category, NORD managed to impress with extensive guidelines and concrete measures such as training in corruption prevention, transparent procedures for data protection and established whistleblowing systems. A clear set of values helps guide our actions as a business and builds trust with our employees, partners and customers.

Employees and human rights
NORD’s promotion of fair working conditions positively influenced the final score as well. Compliance with a collective payment agreement or flexible working time models are part of our thriving business culture. We especially emphasise topics such as health, safety and equality through trainings, for example.

Responsibility in the supply chain
Through clear guidelines for sustainable procurement, risk assessments, audits and trainings, NORD also integrates suppliers into its sustainability concept. For example, conflict minerals are transparently monitored and assessed. The goal of our company is to establish a socially and ecologically responsible supply chain based on partnership.