Ariete has reached a new milestone by obtaining the ISO 20400:2017

Ariete has reached a new milestone by obtaining the ISO 20400:2017 certification for sustainable procurement. This recognition confirms the company’s commitment to promoting responsible and transparent practices, integrating sustainability and quality into every stage of its operations.

This achievement strengthens Ariete’s position within a national context that is increasingly focused on sustainability. In 2025, Italy confirms its European leadership with over 150,000 active ISO certifications, ranking first in Europe and second worldwide for the number of certified companies (source: Open Group Italia, 2025). Among the most in-demand certifications in 2025 are ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environment), and ISO 20400 (Sustainable Procurement), which today represent key standards for organizations aiming to combine competitiveness and responsibility (source: ISO Cert Srl, 2025).

Why is ISO 20400:2017 certification important?

• It integrates environmental, social, and economic criteria into purchasing decisions;
• It promotes an ethical and transparent supply chain throughout the entire procurement process;
• It reduces reputational and compliance risks associated with unsustainable practices;
• It supports the achievement of the organization’s ESG objectives.

“This result,” emphasizes Maurizio Galeazzi, President of Ariete, “is the outcome of a shared effort. ISO 20400:2017 certification is not an endpoint, but a starting point for continuous improvement through investment in innovation and sustainability.”