Clarios Achieves Fourth Consecutive Year as World's Most Ethical Company
In a significant corporate recognition, Clarios has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the fourth year in a row. This prestigious honor, awarded by Ethisphere, underscores the company's unwavering commitment to ethical business practices during a period of intense global competition and rapid technological transformation.
Sustained Ethical Excellence in a Competitive Landscape
At a time when global corporations face mounting pressures from customers, regulators, and society, Clarios has distinguished itself through its comprehensive ethics and compliance framework. The recognition comes as the company continues to evolve its portfolio of low-voltage energy solutions while investing in next-generation mobility technologies.
"We operate in a global, highly competitive industry that is transforming rapidly," stated Mark Wallace, CEO of Clarios. "This recognition reflects our conviction that long-term success is built on integrity, accountability, and trust. Our teams around the world prove every day that innovation and ethical leadership go hand in hand."
Comprehensive Ethics Program Foundation
Clarios' approach to ethical business is built on several key pillars:
- A global Code of Ethics that guides all business decisions
- Risk-based training programs for employees at all levels
- Accessible speak-up channels for reporting concerns
- Rigorous third-party due diligence processes
- Regular program evaluations to align with evolving regulatory expectations
The company maintains active executive oversight and disciplined governance structures to support these initiatives. Beyond its core business operations, Clarios extends its ethical commitments through programs that support employees, communities, and broader societal initiatives.
Environmental and Social Responsibility Initiatives
Clarios demonstrates its ethical values through concrete actions that extend beyond traditional business boundaries:
- Advancing circular economy practices throughout its operations
- Implementing targeted programs that promote inclusion and opportunity
- Maintaining a rigorous sustainability focus across all business areas
- Ensuring 100% of products sold are recyclable
- Recycling approximately 8,000 batteries per hour through its network
Ethisphere's Rigorous Evaluation Process
The World's Most Ethical Companies assessment utilizes Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient framework, which evaluates organizations across multiple dimensions:
- Ethics and compliance program effectiveness
- Governance structures and oversight
- Environmental and social impact initiatives
- Organizational culture and values integration
Only companies demonstrating sustained, measurable commitment to ethical excellence receive this recognition. Ethisphere serves as the global leader in defining and advancing standards for ethical business practices that strengthen corporate brands and build marketplace trust.
About Clarios and Its Global Impact
As the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility, Clarios powers nearly every type of vehicle, with its products found in one of every three cars on the road today. The company employs approximately 18,000 people across more than 100 countries, bringing deep expertise to both Aftermarket and OEM partners while delivering reliability, safety, and comfort to consumers worldwide.
This recognition highlights how Clarios maintains ethical leadership while navigating the complex challenges of modern global business, proving that corporate success and ethical responsibility can coexist and reinforce each other in today's competitive marketplace.
