Elmos Semiconductor Achieves Prime Status in ISS ESG Sustainability Rating

Elmos Semiconductor SE has been awarded Prime Status for the first time in the sustainability rating by the internationally renowned rating agency ISS ESG. As part of the regular review, Elmos improved its ESG Corporate Rating to C+ and thus meets the high industry-specific requirements of the rating for the Prime Status. The rating agency ISS ESG uses its ESG Corporate Rating to assess the sustainability performance of several thousand companies and provides sustainability indicators for institutional investors. The assessment covers around 100 industry-specific ESG indicators from the areas of environment, social responsibility, and corporate governance.

Dr. Arne Schneider, CEO of Elmos Semiconductor SE, stated that the company is very pleased to have been awarded Prime Status by ISS ESG, which confirms its commitment to sustainable development and demonstrates the aspirations of Elmos in the areas of environment, social responsibility and corporate governance. This recognition confirms the company in its strategy of achieving long-term profitable growth while making a positive contribution to the environment and society. Information on sustainability at Elmos can be found on the company's sustainability website at https://www.elmos.com/english/about-elmos/company/sustainability.

The achievement of Prime Status matters because it signals to investors, customers, and stakeholders that Elmos has strengthened its sustainability profile in a competitive and scrutinized industry. For a semiconductor company primarily serving the automotive sector, this rating enhancement underscores the growing importance of ESG criteria in supply chain decisions and investment evaluations. The improved C+ rating reflects progress across environmental management, social responsibility practices, and corporate governance structures, which are increasingly critical for companies operating in regulated markets and facing heightened stakeholder expectations.

This development is important as it aligns with broader industry trends where semiconductor manufacturers are under pressure to demonstrate sustainable operations amid global concerns about resource consumption, supply chain ethics, and corporate transparency. The Prime Status designation may enhance Elmos's competitiveness when engaging with automotive OEMs and tier-one suppliers who are progressively integrating ESG performance into their vendor selection processes. Additionally, the recognition could positively influence the company's access to capital, as institutional investors increasingly prioritize ESG-compliant investments and incorporate sustainability ratings into their decision-making frameworks.