Panasonic Automotive Systems achieves Bronze Medal in EcoVadis sustainability assessment

Yokohama, Japan, December 24, 2025 – Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan; President: Masashi Nagayasu) today announced that it has achieved the Bronze Medal in the sustainability assessment conducted by EcoVadis (Headquarters: France), an international organization that evaluates corporate sustainability. This recognition is granted only to the top 35% of all companies assessed.

EcoVadis evaluates the sustainability performance of more than 150,000 companies across 185 countries. Assessments cover four categories—Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement—and are scored out of 100 points based on 21 indicators established under these themes. This time, Panasonic Automotive Systems received the Bronze Medal, which is awarded to companies ranked within the top 35% overall.

The company’s mission is to “create a sustainable mobility society to promote a better life for everyone.” Also, it operates in the automotive industry, which is under increasing pressure to address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues due to its significant impact on the environment. In addition to environmental initiatives, addressing social responsibility issues is equally important. This includes respecting human rights, improving working conditions, ethical sourcing of mineral resources, coexisting with local communities, and enhancing safety across the supply chain. In terms of governance, the company must establish systems and mechanisms that enable the implementation of these initiatives across the Group and its supply chain, as well as strengthen risk management. ESG initiatives in the automotive industry have become a pressing priority—one that will determine a company’s sustainability and competitiveness.

In this assessment, the company’s efforts in the “Sustainable Procurement” category, which is one of the key evaluation criteria, were highly recognized. Specifically, it was evaluated for promoting responsible procurement across the entire supply chain, including conflict mineral management and due diligence using the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT), and for systematically managing environmental and social considerations. Overall, its policies, initiatives, and support for international standards were assessed as being extremely strong. In particular, its efforts in the areas of “Environment,” “Labor & Human Rights,” and “Sustainable Procurement” were acknowledged as demonstrating a high level of execution and due diligence. Being recognized against international standards marks a significant step toward achieving its mission.

The company will continue working to further strengthen its sustainability initiatives toward the realization of a sustainable mobility society.

Comment from Hisayoshi Nakao, Director and Executive Officer in charge of ESG Promotion, Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.:
This assessment provided the company with a valuable opportunity to reassess its sustainability initiatives from an international perspective. The company will use the assessment as a foundation to further enhance its sustainability initiatives and strive to contribute to the sustainable development of the industry as a whole. To that end, it remains committed to accountability and transparency in its business operations through dialogue with diverse stakeholders, beginning with shareholders and customers. By acting swiftly with fairness and integrity, the company aims to further enhance its corporate value.

About the EcoVadis Medal:
https://ecovadis.com/blog/ecovadis-medals-and-badges-2/

Media Contact:
Corporate Communication Office, Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.
e-mail: press-pas@ml.jp.panasonic.com

Headquartered in Japan, Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd., (PAS) is a global company with subsidiaries in eight other countries and, as a Tier 1 company, it provides advanced proprietary technologies such as infotainment systems to automakers in Japan and overseas, helping to create comfortable, safe, and secure automobiles. PAS is committed to meeting the expectations of its customers around the world with technologies that stand by people in pursuit of its corporate vision of becoming the “Joy in Motion” design company.
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