At ATG®, we’re proud to announce that we’ve been recognized at the highest level of performance — Level 5: “Role Model” — for ISO 26000, the international guideline for social responsibility. This prestigious designation, awarded by global certification leader SGS, reflects our unwavering commitment to ethical business practices, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
We’re honored to be the first company in South Asia, and the first in the global industrial glove manufacturing sector, to achieve this distinction. While it’s a major milestone for ATG®, we see it as part of a much broader journey — one that mirrors the growing momentum across industries to embed social responsibility at the core of how we operate.
This recognition underscores our deeply rooted commitment to doing business the right way: ethically, sustainably, and transparently. It builds on our growing list of internationally recognized standards and certifications, reinforcing that sustainability, ethics, and improvement aren’t just priorities for us — they’re part of who we are.
What is ISO 26000?
Unlike traditional standards, ISO 26000 is not a certification, but rather a globally recognized framework for guiding organizations in operating in a socially responsible way. It provides comprehensive direction across seven key areas: organizational governance, human rights, labor practices, the environment, fair operating practices, consumer issues, and community involvement and development.
Being rated a “Role Model” means that we have gone far beyond compliance. It confirms that we have embedded social responsibility into our policies, operations, and decision-making processes across the entire organization.
From robust governance and ethical sourcing to safe working conditions and environmental care, our approach is systematic and fully integrated. We actively engage with our stakeholders, regularly track and report on our performance, and ensure that every claim we make about our ethical and sustainable practices is backed by transparent, verifiable evidence.
Social responsibility has never been just an add-on for us — we have woven it into the very fabric of how we operate. Whether it's designing gloves with reduced environmental impact or driving well-being through ethical labor practices, we put purpose at the heart of every decision we make.
A Natural Step in a Bigger Journey
This recognition adds to our growing portfolio of certifications and accreditations, further reinforcing ATG®’s role as a leader in responsible innovation. It sits alongside our achievements in sustainable manufacturing, quality control, and product safety, forming part of a larger commitment to always doing business the right way.
From our in-house R&D and end-to-end manufacturing to our focus on reducing glove waste and improving wearer compliance, this milestone reflects our broader purpose: to protect not just hands, but the people and planet behind them.
Our Commitment Doesn’t End Here
Earning ISO 26000 “Role Model” status is a significant achievement, but it’s not the final stop on our journey. We view it as a powerful benchmark that motivates us to go even further in the coming years.
As we continue to innovate and grow, social responsibility will always remain at the very core of everything we do. We will keep listening, learning, improving, and sharing — pushing ourselves and encouraging our partners to raise the bar of what responsible business can and should be.
Because at ATG®, we believe that high performance should never come at the cost of people or the planet.