JK Tyre Secures CareEdge ESG 1+ Rating for Third Consecutive Year

JK Tyre launched India’s first smart tyre with an embedded tyre pressure monitoring system earlier this week.

JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. has reaffirmed its leadership in sustainability by securing the CareEdge ESG 1+ rating, the highest possible grade, for the third consecutive year. The company has been recognised for its strong commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence through transparent disclosures, robust policies, and forward-looking operational strategies.

With an impressive overall ESG score of 81.2, JK Tyre has outperformed the industry median, driven by proactive carbon and energy management initiatives. The company continues to integrate renewable energy and decarbonisation technologies across its value chain, positioning itself as a frontrunner in India’s sustainable manufacturing ecosystem.

Commitment to Sustainable Growth

Commenting on the achievement, Raghupati Singhania, Chairman and Managing Director of JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., said, “It gives me immense pride that JK Tyre has been rated CareEdge ESG 1+, the highest ESG rating, for the third consecutive year. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to sustainable growth, ethical business practices, and social responsibility.”

He further added that the company’s ESG performance is a key enabler of long-term value creation, operational resilience, and risk management.

Expanding Global Footprint and Responsible Operations

As the flagship company of the JK Organisation, JK Tyre ranks among the top 20 tyre manufacturers globally, with 11 sustainable manufacturing facilities—nine in India and two in Mexico—capable of producing over 35 million tyres annually. The company’s strong global presence spans 100+ countries through 230 distributors and a domestic network of over 6,000 dealers and 900 brand outlets. Recently, JK Tyre became the first Indian tyre company to join the global RE100 initiative, committing to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2050. 

Strategic Growth and Future Outlook

The commitment to ESG and innovation is coupled with strong business performance and a future-forward strategy. The company has shown robust financial health, with its Q2 FY26 consolidated net profit jumping by over 62%. Looking ahead, JK Tyre has announced plans for a significant capital investment of ₹5,000 crore over six years to substantially boost its production capacity. This strategic investment ensures the company is well-positioned to meet growing market demand while continuing to uphold its ambitious sustainability commitments.

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