Bespak’s Holmes Chapel Site Achieves Prestigious Gold EcoVadis Rating, Cementing Leadership in Sustainable CDMO Practices
HOLMES CHAPEL, UK – [Date of Publication] – Bespak, a leading specialist inhalation Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), has been awarded a prestigious Gold EcoVadis sustainability rating for its Holmes Chapel facility. This significant achievement places Bespak among the top 5% of companies assessed globally by EcoVadis, underscoring its unwavering commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence.
This marks the second consecutive Gold EcoVadis rating for the Holmes Chapel site, and the first since Bespak transitioned to an independent global CDMO solely focused on inhaled and nasal drug delivery solutions. The EcoVadis assessment, renowned for its evidence-based framework, meticulously evaluates performance across four crucial pillars: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.
Bespak’s consistent success in achieving this top-tier rating is a testament to its proactive and comprehensive approach to sustainability. Ahead of this year’s rigorous assessment, the company significantly strengthened its sustainability management system. This included a thorough gap analysis, the standardization of policy documentation across its global operations, and an expansion of its employee sustainability training. This enhanced training curriculum now encompasses critical areas such as carbon reduction, biodiversity preservation, and life cycle assessment, fostering a deeper understanding and engagement among its workforce.
Further demonstrating its commitment to collaborative sustainability, Bespak launched its inaugural supplier sustainability engagement workshop in September 2025. This pivotal event brought together strategic suppliers to foster alignment on evolving sustainability expectations and collectively drive responsible practices throughout the supply chain.
Chris Hirst, CEO of Bespak, expressed immense pride in this achievement, stating, “This recognition highlights our long-term commitment to maintaining high standards and driving continued progress in sustainability across every aspect of our business. 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.”
Adding to this sentiment, Benedicta A. Bakpa, Head of ESG at Bespak, emphasized the broader implications of the rating: “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.”
Bespak’s sustained excellence in sustainability not only reinforces its position as a responsible corporate citizen but also strengthens its appeal to partners and clients seeking ethical and environmentally conscious manufacturing solutions. This Gold EcoVadis rating solidifies Bespak’s role as a leader in sustainable practices within the pharmaceutical CDMO landscape, paving the way for a more responsible and environmentally sound future in drug development and delivery. This latest achievement is a testament to Bespak’s dedication to continuous improvement and its proactive strategy in addressing global sustainability challenges, setting a high benchmark for the industry.
