Birla Century has been awarded the STeP by Oeko-Tex certification by Hohenstein for sustainable textile production. Birla Century is the first fabric manufacturer in India to get this award and is a division of Century Textiles & Industries. The certification on sustainable production means that a large volume of textiles produced by Century Textiles & Industries would now be considered eco-friendly or sustainable. The certification covers the whole chain of manufacturing, right from spinning to weaving to yarn processing and to fabric processing.

A meticulous assessment was carried out, including the company audit in relation to environmentally friendly production processes and socially responsible working conditions. This entire process also included the handling of various textile chemicals and possible hazardous materials, measurement of environmental performance using a wide range of criteria, the implementation of an environmental management system, as well as the company’s social responsibility in relation to employees, efficient quality management and safety in the workplace.

For customers of Birla Century, the STeP certification will establish a firm basis for placing more trust in the company as a responsible textile producer. The certification allows Birla Century to communicate its commitment to sustainable production to its customers, suppliers and other stakeholders in a credible manner.