SPARTANBURG - Speciality textile and chemical firm Milliken & Company has been named on Ethisphere’s 2025 ‘World’s Most Ethical Companies’ list for the 19th consecutive year.

Milliken, one of just six honorees to make the list every year since the award was first created in 2006, was recognised for its “continued commitment to integrity and ethical business practices”.

“Our consistent inclusion on the World’s Most Ethical Companies list reflects the collective efforts of our associates worldwide who embody our core values,” said Halsey Cook, president and CEO of Milliken & Company. “We are grateful to once again be recognized by Ethisphere and stand firm in our resolve to uphold the highest standards of ethics across our operations.”

Milliken says it continued to make strides in the areas of corporate governance, ethics, and compliance in 2024. Key initiatives include the implementation of updated policies on data protection, as well as the launch of new training programmes and compliance courses for company associates.

Milliken also achieved ISO 27001 certification, conducted a comprehensive third-party risk management audit, and maintained a Gold rating from EcoVadis.

“We strive to uphold a culture where doing the right thing is ingrained in our daily actions,” added Kasel Knight, SVP, chief legal officer and head of sustainability at Milliken. “Ethical business practices are fundamental to Milliken’s role as a trusted partner and industry leader, and this recognition inspires us to continue to identify ways to enhance our standards.”

The World’s Most Ethical Companies assessment is based on Ethisphere’s proprietary Ethics Quotient, an extensive questionnaire that requires companies to provide more than 240 proof points on their culture of ethics, environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, ethics and compliance program, diversity, equity and inclusion, and initiatives that support a strong value chain.

 In 2025, 136 honorees were recognised, spanning 19 countries and 44 industries.