NS BlueScope Vietnam first steel manufacturer in Southeast Asia to achieve ResponsibleSteel™ certificate

Phu My factory is the third of its kind across BlueScope’s global production facilities to be named a responsible steel manufacturer.

In order to be eligible for this certificate, a business has to meet 12 strict criteria regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) that are specifically designed for the steel industry. These criteria enable businesses to have a common transparent roadmap applied globally for responsible steel manufacturing. NS BlueScope Vietnam’s plant in Phu My, particularly, meets most of these strict criteria, which is rarely seen in the industry.

“This is a proud milestone in our sustainable development journey aligned with NS BlueScope's ESG standards, further affirming that we are not only a technology leader in the pre-painted steel industry but also a pioneering business in ESG practices,” said Vo Minh Nhut, president of NS BlueScope Vietnam.

“We sincerely appreciate the support and companionship of our esteemed partners during this time, which has motivated us to continue growing and increasingly contributing towards building a sustainable and thriving business community,” he added.

In 2022, NS BlueScope Vietnam was also the first coated steel manufacturer and the only one of its kind in Vietnam to be certified by the Singapore Green Building Council. The company’s factory in Ba Ria – Vung Tau has also gained LEED Gold Certificate. Being certified ResponsibleSteel^TM will help NS BlueScope Vietnam to envision its roadmap in producing steel responsibly, but also inspire other businesses in the industry, partners, and suppliers to adopt ESG practices in accordance with ResponsibleSteel^TM standards, thereby sharing ESG values and contributing to building a more sustainable steel community.

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