Exide Technologies’ EcoVadis GOLD rating reconfirmed

• Rating reconfirms Exide Technologies’ commitment to sustainability across key categories
• Performance assessed across Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Sustainable Procurement and Ethics
• Exide Technologies recognized among the top 5% of all companies assessed by EcoVadis over the past 12 months

Gennevilliers, France (12/06/2026) – Exide Technologies (www.exidegroup.com) a leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications is proud to announce that the Group has been re-awarded the EcoVadis GOLD rating for 2026, confirming its continued commitment to strong sustainability performance.

Following the previous assessment, the reconfirmed Gold rating reflects the ongoing progress Exide Technologies has made across all evaluated sustainability areas. Since 2025, the Company has further improved its overall score, while maintaining its position among the top performers in the EcoVadis assessment. This prestigious distinction places Exide Technologies in the top 2% of over 150,000 companies assessed worldwide and in the top 1% within the battery and accumulator manufacturing industry.

Exide Technologies’ commitment to sustainability

With over 135 years of experience, Exide Technologies has been at the forefront of developing and marketing innovative battery solutions globally. Its broad portfolio of lead-acid and lithium-ion solutions serves a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial and energy storage solutions.

Exide Technologies’ sustainability strategy revolves around environmental, social, and governance pillars. The company continues to set measurable targets, strengthen its governance framework, and align its operations with internationally recognized standards to support a sustainable product lifecycle and circular economy. Since 2024, Exide Technologies publishes an annual ESG report, illuminating the fundamental aspects of the company’s approach and outlining future plans. The reports are accessible on the company website (Sustainability | Exide (exidegroup.com)

Looking Forward

“Being re-awarded the EcoVadis Gold rating reflects the continued dedication of our teams and our commitment to responsible business practices,” said Stefan Stübing, CEO & President of Exide Technologies. “This recognition motivates us to further advance our initiatives in sustainability. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to everyone who contributed to this achievement.”

For more information, please visit: Sustainability | Exide