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B.I.G. Yarns achieves EcoVadis Platinum Rating, ranking among top 1% of companies worldwide

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B.I.G. Yarns, the carpet yarn brand of B.I.G. and a leading manufacturer of polyamide (PA), polypropylene (PP) and polyester (PET) yarns for contract, automotive, and high-end residential applications, has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, placing the company among the top 1% of more than 130.000 companies assessed globally.


With an overall score of 86/100, B.I.G. Yarns reaches the highest distinction awarded by EcoVadis, one of the world’s most trusted and widely used sustainability assessment platforms. The rating is based on rigorous third-party evaluation across four key pillars: environment, labor & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.

This achievement confirms that B.I.G. Yarns’ sustainability strategy is delivering measurable, industry-leading results and reflects years of investment in responsible operations, transparent governance, and climate-conscious innovation.

Sustainability leadership with customer value

“Next to achieving sustainability leadership recognized by EcoVadis, we also keep investing in innovative technologies that help us deliver smarter, more efficient, and more responsible solutions for our customers - while also creating safer, more engaging, and future-ready workplaces for our employees. By embedding sustainability into every technological advancement - from product design to operations - we ensure that our innovations don’t just solve today’s challenges but create long-term value, resilience, and competitive advantage for our partners,” says Emmanuel Colchen, General Manager B.I.G. Yarns.

Sustainability embedded in growth and innovation

Sustainability is a core pillar of B.I.G. Yarns’ long-term growth strategy. In 2025, B.I.G. invested more than €25 million in a new state-of-the-art technologies, significantly improving energy efficiency, production speed, and operational flexibility while reinforcing European manufacturing.

The investment includes advanced BCF lines, strengthening B.I.G. Yarns’ leadership in one-step 3-ply yarns for the carpet tile segment. This latest-generation technology enables broader design possibilities while reducing environmental impact through more efficient production processes.

In parallel, B.I.G. Yarns continues to expand its Sustainable Yarns platform, offering customers market-ready solutions designed to reduce the CO2 footprint of carpet products - without compromising on quality, color depth, or design freedom.

A commitment beyond compliance

The EcoVadis Platinum rating is more than an accolade - it creates tangible value for customers. It ensures that partnering with B.I.G. Yarns supports sustainability objectives, regulatory compliance, and ESG commitments while reducing risk. By combining sustainability leadership with cutting-edge innovation, B.I.G. Yarns delivers future-ready solutions aligned with evolving global standards. As a globally recognized benchmark of trust, EcoVadis Platinum confirms transparent, ethical practices and responsible sourcing, positioning B.I.G. Yarns as a strategic partner for resilient and sustainable growth.

This recognition deepens trust among customers, partners, investors, and employees, reinforcing B.I.G. Yarns’ dedication to continuous improvement beyond regulatory requirements.



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