stc achieves ISO 20400:2017 Certification for Sustainable Procurement

Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc, a world-class digital leader providing innovative services and platforms to customers, enabling the digital transformation in Kuwait, announced that it obtained the ISO 20400:2017 Certification for Sustainable Procurement. The internationally recognized certification reflects stc’s ongoing commitment to integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into its procurement practices and supply chain operations, further strengthening its position as a responsible corporate leader and sustainability pioneer in Kuwait.

stc received the ISO 20400:2017 Certification following a comprehensive independent assessment of stc’s procurement governance framework, supplier engagement processes, sustainability policies, and ESG integration mechanisms. The ISO 20400:2017 certification recognizes the Company’s efforts in embedding sustainability considerations into purchasing decisions while ensuring that procurement activities contribute to long-term economic, environmental, and social value creation.

Achieving this milestone further demonstrates stc’s commitment to aligning its business practices with internationally recognized standards and supporting Kuwait’s broader sustainability ambitions. Through the implementation of responsible sourcing principles, the Company continues to strengthen transparency and ethical conduct across its supply chain while encouraging suppliers and business partners to adopt sustainable business practices. This achievement also supports the objectives under stc’s annual sustainability program, which focuses on reducing the Company’s environmental footprint and enhancing operational efficiency across its business activities.

The ISO 20400:2017 certification strengthens stc’s ability to proactively identify and manage ESG risks throughout its value chain. Through the adoption of a structured and internationally recognized framework for sustainable procurement, the Company continues to enhance supplier performance, support responsible local enterprises, and promote more sustainable consumption and production practices in line with evolving global expectations and stakeholder requirements.

Ahmad Al Murad, Acting Chief Business Excellence Officer at stc indicated that achieving ISO 20400:2017 Certification represents an important milestone within the Company’s broader sustainability strategy and reflects its continuous efforts to embed responsible business practices across all areas of operation. He highlighted that sustainability is not treated as a standalone initiative, but rather as a fundamental component of its decision-making processes and long-term growth strategy. Through a holistic approach that integrates ESG considerations into procurement and supply chain management, the Company continues to create sustainable value for its stakeholders while supporting the development of a more resilient and responsible business ecosystem.

Al Murad added that sustainable procurement plays a critical role in developing the Company’s sustainability agenda and strengthening collaboration with suppliers that share its commitment to ethical business conduct, environmental stewardship, human rights, and positive community impact. He also highlighted that it is dedicated to continuously enhancing its procurement practices through supplier engagement programs, low-carbon sourcing initiatives, and transparent ESG reporting mechanisms, ensuring that sustainability remains embedded throughout its value chain and contributes to long-term business success.

This achievement further supports stc’s contribution to Kuwait Vision 2035 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those focused on responsible consumption and production. As organizations across industries place greater emphasis on sustainable business practices, stc aims to lead by example through the adoption of internationally recognized standards that drive operational excellence, responsible growth, and lasting value for customers, shareholders, partners, and the wider community.