Getlink on the Corporate Podium in France for Transport Sector

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Getlink has been ranked as one of the top sixty most principled companies in France for the second consecutive year by Le Point and Statista, achieving second place in transport and logistics. The ranking, based on 27 ESG criteria and a survey of 5,000 people, highlights Getlink's commitment to sustainability through its 2019-2025 Environmental strategic plan and social initiatives outlined in its WAY forward plan. CEO Yann Leriche emphasized the company’s role in low carbon transport and its ongoing efforts to enhance societal impact.

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• Ranked second in transport and logistics in Le Point and Statista's list of principled companies in France.
• Recognition reflects strong commitment to ESG initiatives and long-term market value.
• Strategic plans for environmental sustainability and social responsibility are validated by the ranking.

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• None.

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Regulatory News:

For the second year in a row, Getlink (Paris:GET) is delighted to be recognised as one of the sixty most principled companies in France in the Le Point magazine and Institute Statista ranking. Getlink earned second place for transport and logistics.

Using a detailed analysis of environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives based on 27 criteria as well as a survey of 5,000 people, this ranking highlights the various actions of the Group aimed at promoting long-term market value and increasing integration with its ecosystem.

This ranking validates the Group’s strategic decisions, particularly in environmental matters through the 2019-2025 Environmental strategic plan, as well as societal concerns with the inclusion of the social component in the WAYforward strategic plan.

Yann Leriche, CEO of Getlink said: “We are delighted to be recognised for our strategy and our strong and constant commitment. Getlink is, by nature, a key player in low carbon transport and regional development. Through its modal shift ambitions towards sustainable transport options thanks to available capacity in the Channel Tunnel, its rail freight development and the new services that the Group is putting in place, Getlink will continue to assert itself as a company with a positive societal impact value in the sector.”

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Contacts Getlink:

For UK media enquiries contact

John Keefe on + 44 (0) 1303 284491

Email: press@getlinkgroup.com



For other media enquiries contact

Anne-Laure Desclèves on +33(0)1 4098 0467



For investor enquiries contact

Jean-Baptiste Roussille on +33 (0)1 40 98 04 81

Email: jean-baptiste.roussille@getlinkgroup.com



Michael Schuller on +44 (0) 1303 288749

Email: Michael.schuller@getlinkgroup.com

Source: GETLINK S.E.

FAQ

What was Getlink's ranking in the Le Point and Statista report?

Getlink was ranked second in the transport and logistics category.

What criteria were used to evaluate Getlink's ESG performance?

The evaluation used 27 ESG criteria and included a survey of 5,000 people.

How does Getlink plan to contribute to sustainable transport?

Getlink aims to enhance its modal shift towards sustainable transport options through its rail freight development and services.

What time frame does Getlink's Environmental strategic plan cover?

The Environmental strategic plan covers the period from 2019 to 2025.

Who is the CEO of Getlink?

The CEO of Getlink is Yann Leriche.