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ANTA Sports Recognized by Reputable Organizations in Sustainability
(Hong Kong SAR, 31 May, 2024) – ANTA Sports Products Limited ("ANTA Sports" or the "Company", stock codes: 2020 (HKD counter) and 82020 (RMB counter), and its subsidiaries collectively the "Group") is pleased to announce its numerous accolades in the field of sustainability development. For two consecutive years, the Company has been selected for Fortune China's ESG Impact List, the only Chinese sportswear company to make the list. Additionally, ANTA Sports received the "Energy Conservation and Carbon Reduction Award" at the 2nd China Enterprise Carbon Neutrality Performance Awards. The Company was also awarded "Sustainable Development Category - Platinum" at the Quam IR Awards 2023, and the "Mentor Pioneer Award for ESG Connect" at the Hong Kong Green and Sustainability Contribution Awards 2024, organized by the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA). These accolades reflected the Company's recognitions from reputable institutions in sustainability development.
ANTA Sports was awarded "Sustainable Development Category - Platinum" at the Quam IR Awards 2023.
ANTA Sports was awarded the "Mentor Pioneer Award for ESG Connect" at the HKQAA's Hong Kong Green and Sustainability Contribution Awards 2024.
Lai Shixian, the Chairman of the Sustainability Committee and Co-CEO of ANTA Sports, said: "Such recognitions from reputable institutions for our sustainability development efforts is tremendous encouragement for our team. We have always believed that advancing sustainability is crucial. While pursuing business results, we are also committed to fulfilling our corporate responsibilities to society and the environment, striving to achieve our sustainability development goals. Going forward, we will continue to uphold ESG principles and continuously enhance our sustainability development strategy."
For the first time, the "2024 China ESG Impact List" by Fortune China was open to foreign companies operating in China. The number of participating companies surged to over 200, spanning various sectors such as renewable energy, manufacturing, internet, finance, and healthcare. The quality of award entries has improved compared to previous years. The companies that have been recognized demonstrated outstanding effort in improving the environment, protecting employees, and supporting communities, aiming for sustainable and inclusive growth throughout economic cycles.
The "China Enterprise Carbon Neutrality Performance List 2023" is organized by Yicai, in collaboration with the Carbon Neutrality Development Research Institute of Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Shanghai Environment Energy Exchange. The theme of this year's ranking is "From 0 to 1: Carbon Neutrality and High-Quality Development", and signals that companies need to start from the ground up and adopt practical measures to achieve their carbon neutrality goals while maintaining high-quality development throughout the process.
The Quam IR Awards aim to recognize institutions for their performance and contributions in achieving sustainability development goals. In collaboration with consulting firms that provide sustainability development advice to companies, the awards evaluate and select winners in the "Sustainable Development" category from a professional perspective, acknowledging companies that have demonstrated outstanding overall performance in their approach to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects.
The Hong Kong Green and Sustainability Contribution Awards 2024, organized by the HKQAA, aim to promote institutions incorporating good sustainability development practices into their management decisions and daily operations, while recognizing their efforts and contributions. The "Mentor Pioneer Award for ESG Connect" acknowledges institutions that have taken the lead in participating in the ESG Connect program as "Mentor Organisations" and are committed to sharing valuable experiences with the industry, exerting influence to drive ESG initiatives, and supporting the development of the ESG ecosystem.
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About ANTA Sports
ANTA was established in 1991, while ANTA Sports Products Limited, a widely recognized global sportswear company, was listed on the Main Board of HKEx in 2007 (Stock Codes: 2020 (HKD counter) and 82020 (RMB counter)). The mission of the Company is to integrate the sports spirit of "Going Beyond Oneself" into everyone's daily life. ANTA Sports principally engages in design, R&D, manufacturing, marketing and sales of professional sports products including footwear, apparel and accessories. Over the years, the Company formed three brand groups: Performance Sports Brands, Fashion Sports Brands and Outdoor Sports Brands, empowering everyone who loves sports. By embracing an all-round brand portfolio including ANTA, FILA, DESCENTE, KOLON SPORT and MAIA ACTIVE, etc., ANTA Sports aims to unlock the potential of both the mass and high-end sportswear markets. ANTA Sports is also the largest shareholder of Amer Sports, Inc., a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, including Arc'teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Peak Performance, and Atomic, whose shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AS).
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For further information, please contact:
ANTA Sports Products Limited
Sustainability Department
Tel: (852) 2116 1660
Fax: (852) 2116 1590
E-mail: esg@anta.com.hk
Group Corporate Communications Department
anta_ccpr@anta.com
Citigate Dewe Rogerson
Linda Pui / Jobie Cheung
Tel: (852) 3103 0118 / (852) 3103 0107
Email: AntaSportsIR@citigatedewerogerson.com