SGS was honored to participate in the Adidas Sustainability Supplier Summit on September 11, 2024, in Lahore—a key industry event bringing together thought leaders to explore sustainable solutions for the fashion supply chain.
Championing ESG in fashion
During the summit, Naeem Minhas, Manager Lab, Connectivity & Product Services – SGS in Pakistan, delivered an insightful presentation on "ESG Integration in the Fashion Industry: How to Be Game Changers." He emphasized the importance of embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into business strategies, highlighting how companies can drive sustainability and make a lasting impact.
Key topics covered
- ESG driving forces and regulatory requirements
- Empowering consumers for the green transition
- Impacts of ESPR (Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation)
- Impacts of CSDDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive)
- Roadmap for effective ESG management
- Challenges in corporate ESG implementation
- ESG best practices
Collaboration for a sustainable future
The event featured industry experts from Adidas, Style Textile, Veer Sports, Interloop, J&P Coats, Awan Sports, and Forward Sports, all sharing their perspectives on shaping a greener, more responsible supply chain.
Events like these are crucial for fostering collaboration and exchanging insights that drive sustainability forward. I am proud to represent SGS in our commitment to supporting the industry by adopting innovative, sustainable solutions.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
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