Linde Recognized as a Leader for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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Linde (Nasdaq:LIN) has been recognized as a Top 50 company for diversity, equity, and inclusion by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc). This marks Linde's first appearance on the Top 50 list after eight consecutive years as a 'Noteworthy Company'. The annual ranking evaluates 160 large U.S. employers across six categories, including leadership accountability, talent programs, and workplace practices.

Linde was also acknowledged in the Top Companies for Executive Women and Top Companies for Asian American Executives lists. Michelle Loo, Chief Diversity Officer at Linde, emphasized the company's commitment to creating an inclusive environment that supports employee development and drives business results. Inclusion is one of Linde's five core values, reflecting its dedication to building high-performance teams through diverse talent.

WOKING, UK / ACCESSWIRE / July 18, 2024 / Linde (Nasdaq:LIN) announced today it has been named a Top 50 company by Fair360, formerly known as DiversityInc.

The annual Fair360 Top 50 Companies list identifies large U.S. employers that demonstrate workplace fairness. Inclusion is determined following thorough analysis of data across six categories: leadership accountability, talent programs, human capital metrics, workplace practices, supplier fairness and philanthropy. In 2024, 160 employers with roughly 7.3 million U.S. employees were evaluated.

Linde had previously been recognized as a "Noteworthy Company" for eight consecutive years; this is the first year it has been designated a Top 50 company. Linde was also named in the Top Companies for Executive Women and Top Companies for Asian American Executives lists.

"We strive to create an environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new ideas, encourages development and embraces inclusivity. We also know that through building this strong culture of inclusion we can achieve tangible business results," said Michelle Loo, Chief Diversity Officer, Linde. "We are proud to have been recognized by Fair360 for our commitment and the progress we continue to make towards our goals."

Inclusion is one of Linde's five core values and the company is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the best talent to build high-performance teams.

About Linde

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2023 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.

The company serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde's industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications including production of clean hydrogen and carbon capture systems critical to the energy transition, life-saving medical oxygen and high-purity & specialty gases for electronics. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com

Contacts:
Investor Relations Juan Pelaez Phone: +1 203 837 2213 Email: juan.pelaez@linde.com	Media Relations Anna Davies Phone: +44 1483 244705 Email: anna.davies@linde.com

SOURCE: Linde plc

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FAQ

What recognition did Linde (LIN) receive for diversity and inclusion in 2024?

Linde (LIN) was named a Top 50 company by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc) for diversity, equity, and inclusion in 2024. This is Linde's first time on the Top 50 list after being recognized as a 'Noteworthy Company' for eight consecutive years.

How many companies were evaluated for the Fair360 Top 50 Companies list in 2024?

In 2024, Fair360 evaluated 160 employers with approximately 7.3 million U.S. employees for their annual Top 50 Companies list.

What additional recognition did Linde (LIN) receive from Fair360 in 2024?

In addition to being named a Top 50 company, Linde (LIN) was also recognized in Fair360's Top Companies for Executive Women and Top Companies for Asian American Executives lists in 2024.

Who is the Chief Diversity Officer at Linde (LIN) mentioned in the press release?

Michelle Loo is mentioned as the Chief Diversity Officer at Linde (LIN) in the press release.

What are the categories evaluated by Fair360 for the Top 50 Companies list?

Fair360 evaluates companies across six categories: leadership accountability, talent programs, human capital metrics, workplace practices, supplier fairness, and philanthropy.