Pirelli has once again secured its position among the global elite in corporate sustainability, becoming the only tyre manufacturer worldwide to feature in the "Top 1%" of S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2026.
Inclusion in the Top 1% represents the highest level of acknowledgement S&P Global awards, based on a rigorous assessment of the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance of more than 9,200 companies across the globe. For Pirelli, this is not a one-off achievement, the Italian tyre giant has now confirmed its place in this exclusive tier for consecutive years, underscoring a consistent and credible commitment to responsible business practice.
The recognition stems from Pirelli's performance in S&P Global's 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment, in which the company scored 86 points — the highest score recorded in both the Auto Components and Automobiles sectors.
The tyre sector faces increasing scrutiny over its environmental footprint, from raw material sourcing and manufacturing emissions to end-of-life disposal. Pirelli's top-ranked sustainability performance sets a benchmark not just for tyre manufacturers, but for the broader automotive supply chain. No other tyre maker has achieved this level of recognition from S&P Global, making Pirelli's position all the more significant.
Giovanni Tronchetti Provera, Executive Vice President of Sustainability, New Mobility and Motorsport at Pirelli, said the result validated the company's long-term direction:
"Pirelli's confirmation in the Top 1% of the 2026 Sustainability Yearbook represents a great validation of the company's journey. Innovative development and responsible growth specifically guide our operational choices: continuous investment in technology, transparent management of the entire value chain, and a strong focus on safety, skills and people development. This approach strengthens our competitiveness and our ability to create long-term value for all our stakeholders."
The company points to several pillars underpinning its sustainability strategy, including technology investment, supply chain transparency, and a focus on workforce development and safety, areas increasingly important to fleet operators, retailers and consumers choosing tyre brands.
Pirelli's 2026 Sustainability Yearbook inclusion reinforces its position as the tyre industry's sustainability leader. With an 86-point ESG score — the highest in its sector — and Top 1% status among more than 9,200 assessed companies globally, the manufacturer has set a standard that the rest of the tyre industry will be measured against.
For tyre dealers, fleet managers and automotive professionals, Pirelli's sustainability credentials are becoming an increasingly relevant factor alongside performance and value , particularly as businesses face growing pressure to demonstrate responsible procurement across their supply chains.
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