Bespak Earns Gold EcoVadis Sustainability Rating

Bespak has achieved a Gold EcoVadis sustainability rating for its Holmes Chapel site, placing the specialist inhalation CDMO among the top 5% of companies assessed worldwide.

EcoVadis’ evidence-based framework evaluates performance across four key areas: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. This marks the 2nd Gold EcoVadis rating for Bespak’s Holmes Chapel site, and the first Gold rating since Bespak became an independent global CDMO focused on inhaled and nasal drug delivery.

Ahead of this year’s assessment, Bespak strengthened its sustainability management system by conducting a gap analysis, standardizing policy documentation across the organization, and expanding employee sustainability training to include carbon reduction, biodiversity and life cycle assessment. The company also launched its first supplier sustainability engagement workshop in September 2025, bringing together strategic suppliers to align on evolving sustainability expectations.

“This recognition highlights our long-term commitment to maintaining high standards and driving continued progress in sustainability across every aspect of our business,” said Chris Hirst, CEO of Bespak. “Over the past year, we secured Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation of our greenhouse gas reduction targets and established a clear roadmap to achieve net zero, supported by measurable targets and accountability across the organization.”

“This rating demonstrates our commitment to strong sustainability performance, operational consistency, and continuous improvement. It is the latest in a long line of exciting milestones for Bespak and we look forward to many more,” added Benedicta A. Bakpa, Head of ESG at Bespak.