Bridgestone receives highest rating in CDP’s supplier engagement rating for second consecutive year

Bridgestone receives highest rating in CDP’s

supplier engagement rating for second consecutive year

Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) today announced that it has been identified as a global leader for its actions and strategies to manage carbon and climate change across its supply chain for a second time. Bridgestone has been awarded a position on the supplier engagement leader board, receiving the highest rating A in Supplier Engagement Rating, by CDP,* for the second consecutive year. Bridgestone also has been identified as a global leader in sustainable water management with inclusion in the CDP’s Water A List.

As part of its global CSR commitment, “Our Way to Serve,” Bridgestone is working to help ensure a healthy environment for current and future generations. The Bridgestone Group has set a long-term environmental vision for the year 2050 and beyond. This vision aims to strike a Group-wide balance between business operations and environmental protection.

The Group is reducing CO₂ emissions throughout all areas of its products’ lifecycles from raw material procurement to manufacturing, distribution, use and disposal or recycling in order to contribute to the creation of a sustainable society. These efforts led to its inclusion in the supplier engagement leader board with the highest rating A.

The Supplier Engagement Rating is an initiative that CDP launched for the first time in 2017. More than 3,300 companies were assessed by CDP on their supply-chain engagement strategies.  Bridgestone was among 58 companies that received the highest rating A and was awarded a position on the supplier engagement leader board in recognition of its actions to reduce emissions and lower climate-related risks in the supply chain in the past reporting year.

*CDP, formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project, is an international nongovernmental organization based in the United Kingdom that collects and discloses environmental information related to companies and cities. Acting as a representative for institutional investors across the globe, CDP encourages major companies worldwide to disclose information regarding climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, water management, and other environmental concerns and also evaluates such companies.

Related Link:

Bridgestone’s CSR web page

http://www.bridgestone.com/responsibilities/index.html

Bridgestone Group’s Sustainability Report 2016

http://www.bridgestone.com/responsibilities/library/

Bridgestone Group’s Annual Report 2016

http://www.bridgestone.com/corporate/library/annual_report/index.html

Our Way to Serve special web page

http://www.bridgestone.com/responsibilities/ourwaytoserve/index.html

Bridgestone Named to the CDP’s Water “A” List

https://www.bridgestone.com/corporate/news/2017102401.html

External Assessments for Bridgestone

http://www.bridgestone.com/responsibilities/rating/index.html

About Bridgestone Corporation:

Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, is the world’s largest tire and rubber company. In addition to tires for use in a wide variety of applications, it also manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and territories around the world

Oriflame’s Optimals Even Out range unlocks the secret to naturally radiant, perfectly even skin

Oriflame’s Optimals Even Out range unlocks the secret to naturally radiant, perfectly even skin 

Created and enhanced with precision by Oriflame’s scientists, the range incorporates natural Swedish ingredient blends and skin-brightening Lumi Light Complex for even, radiant & flawless complexion 

While all of us may love the sun-kissed and tanned look after a nice beach vacation, we often fail to understand the long-term damage that sun exposure can have on the skin. Add to that the effects of environmental pollution and you have an uneven complexion and dark spots to deal with. With the use of the right products, however, we can reverse the damage and embrace an even and radiant complexion all over again. With this vision, Oriflame India, the leading direct selling cosmetic brand, has introduced its inspiring and miraculous product range, ‘Optimals Even Out’. The range features a cleansing foam, toner, eye cream, illuminating serum, preventing day cream and a replenishing night cream. The range acts as a perfect skincare routine giving you naturally radiant and perfectly even skin in a few simple steps.

Curated for women of all ages who are striving for a resplendent glow, the Optimals Even Out Range has beencreated and enhanced with precision by Oriflame’s scientists incorporating Swedish ingredient blends and skin-brightening LumiLight Complex that can collectivelyhelp in reducing the appearance of existing dark spots or any discolouration. Moreover, its anti-pollution active contents act as a protective shield over the skin to combat environmental aggressors, like pollution that affect the skin with premature ageing, diminished radiance and sapping of vital moisture.

Optimals Even Out Cleansing Foam


Enriched with extracts of wild Pansy, an antioxidant flavonoid that helps in soothing the skin and Meadowsweet, a wild herb rich in Vitamin C,the cleansing foam effectively helps in reducing dark spots. It cleanses the skin from within to reveal beautiful and smooth skin. Price: Rs. 649/-

Optimals Even Out Clarifying Toner


Packed with the goodness of Bilberry with astringent, antioxidant properties for toning the skin and tightening the pores along with Meadowsweet, this clarifying toner helps to reduce dark spots and removes any traces of impurities, resulting in toned skin and tightened pores.Price: Rs. 649/-

Optimals Even Out Perfecting Eye Cream


Along with Meadowsweet, this miraculous eye cream consists of Yarrow, an antioxidant flavonoid for soothing delicate eye skin. Together they help in reducing the appearance of any dark spots or dark circles around the eye area, giving youan instantly brightened and even complexion. Price: Rs. 679/-

Optimals Even Out Illuminating Serum


This is an optimally concentrated, instantly hydrating facial serum consisting of Vitamin C and alpha hydroxy acid- enriched Sweet cherry extracts, the age-old goodness of Calendula, Elder flower extracts as well as Meadow sweet that help in reducing the appearance of dark spots. Additionally, the light-diffusing Blurring Pearls help in revealing a softer and a more radiant complexion. Price:  Rs. 1199/-

Optimals Even Out Preventing Day Cream SPF 20


Reveals naturally radiant, even skin. This Preventing Day Cream is enriched with Vitamin E-like antioxidants from Cranberry Seed oil, fruit acids from Gooseberry and Meadow sweet that help in reducing the appearance of dark spots and hyper pigmentation effectively, whereas the SPF content aids against any kind of sun damage and premature ageing. Price: Rs. 1029/-

Optimals Even Out Replenishing Night Cream

Packed with the nourishing extracts of Rosehip Seed oil, fruit acids of gooseberry and vitamin C-enriched Meadow sweet, the night cream helps in reducing the appearance of dark spots and even prevents their occurrence in the future, thereby promoting a more radiant and even complexion. Price: Rs. 1129/-

Considering that a majority of working and millennial women of today are facing troubles such as skin discoloration,dark spot resulting in lack of radiance, Optimals Even Out Range works wonders in just four simple steps:

1. Apply the cleanser to wet face both in the morning and evening. Massage in, then rinse it off with water. Apply the toner to a cotton pad and sweep it over your face.

2. Apply eye cream by gently patting it under your eyes.

3. Apply the serum by gently massaging it into your skin. 

4. Apply the Day Cream every morning, and the Night Cream every evening.

Use the 4-step Optimals Even Out Routine to get the best results and maintain a spot-free and flawless complexion this season and even beyond. 

About Oriflame

Founded in 1967, Oriflame is a beauty company selling direct in more than 60 countries. Its wide portfolio of Swedish, nature-inspired, innovative beauty products is marketed through approximately 3 million independent Oriflame Consultants, generating annual sales of around €1.2 billion. Respect for people and nature underlies Oriflame’s operating principles and is reflected in its social and environmental policies. Oriflame supports numerous charities worldwide and is a Co-founder of the World Childhood Foundation. Oriflame is a Swiss company group listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm Exchange.

For more information, log on to www.oriflame.co.in

Go Gas Elite now available in Kolkata

Go Gas Elite now available in Kolkata

                                             

Confidence Futuristic Energtech Ltd. launched Go Gas Elite Composite gas cylinders in Kolkata. Composite gas cylinders made from world class technology have been launched for the first time in the Indian market. Manufactured and marketed by Confidence Futuristic Energtech Ltd. these cylinders will revolutionize Indian kitchen in the time to come.  

Confidence Group is the biggest private LPG Cylinder manufacturer and LPG bottler in Asia. It runs more than 110 Auto LPG stations in India, 58 Bottling plant, 15 cylinder manufacturing units in India. It supplies LPG gas cylinders under the brand name Go Gas in 22 states through its more than 800 strong dealer network. With the launch of Go Gas Elite Composite gas cylinders the company plans to expand its presence in all the major cities in India within the next three months.

Mr. Prasenjeet Chaterjee, Head – East Zone called introduction of composite gas cylinders in Indian market as a revolutionary step which is bound to transform Indian kitchens in the years to come. Population of our country is around 125 crore and around 75 crore people are LPG consumers. However more than 70 crore people do not know what is the weight of LPG gas cylinder supplied to them at home. They are also unaware about how much gas they should be getting. These cylinders are different than the iron body cylinders being used since last 65 years. Firstly these composite gas cylinders are extremely light in weight. They can be easily picked up even by women and children. Secondly these cylinders have transparent body due to which the amount of gas inside the cylinders can be seen at all times. This ensures that right quantity of gas is supplied and the amount of gas available in the cylinder at all times can be easily checked. Hence from now on there is no more worry of less gas being supplied or even of gas theft. Third speciality is that these cylinders are ‘Blast proof’ so there is no danger of loss of life and property thus making them extremely safe to use. Every person who is concerned about the safety and security of his family will definitely start using these new light weight cylinders.

Mr Sanjay Jena, DGM (East) – Marketing said 70 crore people use LPG and all these people are expected to switch to using composite cylinders within the next few years seeing the advantages offered by them. Looking at the future demand for such types of cylinders in the Indian market, it can be said that future belongs to composite cylinders. The sector is also expected to generate a lot of employment. These cylinders are extremely popular in America, Japan, Australia and many European countries and have been in use for many years now. We plan to have presence in all major cities in India within the next three months.

Elaborating further he informed that handling a 30 kg cylinder is difficult for any man or a woman, as per medical science it is not advisable to pick more than 23 kgs weight as it may damage the spine. 2 and 5 kg composite gas cylinders will be extremely convenient for students, hostels, hospitals, picnic, and outdoor parties. These cylinders will be made available to consumers immediately without any formalities and we will ensure immediate refills as well.

The world has seen many technological changes in recent years. From black and white TV to LED TV, from Ambassador car to the latest BMW car, from dial phones to smart phones the world has moved on to newer variety but since last 50 years there have been no changes in the design of gas cylinders. Go Gas Elite has brought the latest world class technology in India for the first time. These cylinders have been certified safe by PESO the explosives department of the government of India.

About Go Gas Elite: Go Gas Elite has 3 distinctive features due to technology it is made up of 1) Light weight 2) Blast Proof 3) Translucent

About Confidence Group: Confidence group is India's leading LPG cylinder manufacturer, Also largest private sector LPG bottler with 58 bottling plants serving to Oil major PSU, Additionally We also run the leading standalne chain of Auto LPG station in India. We have presence in 22 states.

QNet launches New Luxury Chairos Watches

QNet launches New Luxury Chairos Watches

·         Five new luxury watches - Alpine Neo, Vector, Crusader, Aquatica and Latitude launched in India under Chairos brand

·         Price range of the new collection is from Rs 62,000 to Rs 1,00,000

Leading Asian direct selling company QNet has launched five new models under its luxury watch brand - Chairos. The Chairos brand is QNet’s proprietary range of luxury and sports watches exclusively for India.

The new Chairos watches have been designed to combine form and functionality with timeless elegance and style.

Commenting on the launch of the new range of watches, Trevor Kuna, Global CEO of QNet said, “Men typically don’t have many options for accessories to splurge on and watches have been known to convey a subtle message about the wearer’s personality. India is a fast growing global economy and more men are turning to active lifestyles, travel and exploring new experiences. Chairos is our flagship brand in India and we wanted to develop a new collection that would appeal to a new generation of men who like to mix and match style and elegance, while still retaining a certain classic charm.”

These feature-packed watches have been crafted keeping in mind the needs of today’s global Indian man and include both classic pieces and sleek modern designs.  The price range of the new collection starts at Rs 62,000 and goes up to Rs 1,00,000.              The complete portfolio of Chairos watches is available through QNet’s direct selling network in the price segment of Rs 29, 000 to Rs 1, 07,000.

All the watches come in the new collection with sapphire crystal that makes them scratch-proof and water-resistant.

The five new models are:

The Chairos Vector (Silicone strap) features a blue rope bezel and includes a GMT second time zone for the global traveller. It also has a flexible blue silicone and waterproof strap.

The Chairos Crusader (Stainless steel and leather strap) is powered by an automatic Japanese movement, designed and assembled with discipline, precision, and superior craftsmanship. The Crusader comes with a classy stainless steel dual-toned strap and its transparent back case allows you to catch a glimpse of the intricate inner workings of the watch. It is water-resistant up to 50 meters.  

The Alpine Neo (Stainless steel strap) is designed for the adventurous souls. It incorporates a dual-tone steel and rose gold-plated stainless steel bracelet.

The Chairos Aquatica (Stainless steel strap) is powered by Swiss quartz movement and has chronograph functionality.  It is avaiable in two variants with a dual tone blue and black plated stainless steel strap that adds to its robust charm.

The Chairos Latitude (Stainless steel and leather strap) is the classic timepiece suitable for all formal occassions. Crafted with tough genuine leather strap and rich black stainless steel case, it is also built to survive everyday use. It is functional with a unique Retrograde pointer for day, and includes an easy-to-read Big Date on the dial. This watch is powered by Swiss quartz movement with chronograph function. This model is water-resistant up to 50 metres.

About QNet:

QNET is one of Asia’s leading Direct Selling Company that offers a portfolio of lifestyle products to customers in more than 100 countries through its proprietary e-commerce platform. The company also offers an entrepreneurial network marketing business opportunity. QNET has offices and agency representations in 25 countries around the world and employs approximately 1,000 employees. Established in Hong Kong in 1998, QNET is a member of the Direct Selling Association of Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, UAE and the Philippines.

QNET is also a part of the Hong Kong Health Food Association and the Health Supplements Industry Association of Singapore among others. In India, QNET operates through its franchisee Vihaan Direct Selling (Pvt) Ltd and is a member of Health Foods and Dietary Supplements Association (HADSA), ASSOCHAM, and CII, Bangalore.

QNET is active in sports sponsorships around the world, including football, badminton and more, due to the company’s strong belief that the drive, passion and teamwork involved in sports mirrors the values upheld by QNET. QNET is currently the official direct selling partner of the Manchester City Football Club (MCFC).

Bridgestone Elevates Standards in Sustainable Procurement Practices; Launches New Policy for Suppliers and Partners

Bridgestone Elevates Standards in Sustainable Procurement Practices; Launches New Policy for Suppliers and Partners

Minimum requirements strengthen existing guidelines for Respect of Human Rights, Environmental Standards and Product Quality while including additional requirements for Land Conservation and Rights, Point of Origin Traceability and Resilience

Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone), the world’s largest tire and rubber company, today announced a new Global Sustainable Procurement Policy to help identify and evaluate qualified suppliers, promote best practices, and serve as a communication and improvement tool for the industry. The policy reflects a company commitment to procurement programming that drives action to realize long-term environmental, social and economic benefits. The policy is applicable to all purchased materials and services, as well as all suppliers globally.

“Our new policy is a critical step in realizing the Bridgestone Group’s global corporate social responsibility commitment, “Our Way to Serve,” which provides a framework for how we do business, develop products, and interact with customers and communities,” said Masaaki Tsuya, CEO and Representative Executive Officer, Bridgestone Corporation. “We recognize our ability and responsibility to drive change and improvements in the ways that industry interacts with the environment and communities around the world. We expect our suppliers and partners to work with us in pursuit of sustainable supply chains, efforts which are never-ending and which require collaborations with all industry players, including communicating with the various audiences in order to generate broader public awareness.”

                                                                                                                                                                        Guided by Bridgestone’s “Our Way to Serve,” the new policy aligns with Bridgestone’s goal of using “100% sustainable materials*” in our products as the long-term vision by 2050 and beyond. It combines previous company guidelines into a single document that sets minimum requirements to conduct business with Bridgestone, as well as preferred practices that can contribute to faster realization of sustainable supply chains. As a large user of natural rubber, the policy describes Bridgestone’s expectations with respect to critical issues within the complex global natural rubber supply chain. An extensive document, the policy addresses four major areas of focus:

·         Transparency – including traceability and good governance;

·         Compliance – adhering to laws and regulations in the countries and regions in which Bridgestone conducts business;

·         Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD) & Innovation – ensuring high quality materials and services are delivered on time and at reasonable costs, while also pursuing innovative technologies that support improvements across global communities;

·         Sustainable Procurement Practices – incorporating environmentally responsible procurement, such as compliance with environmental laws and regulations, respect for human rights, water use, land use and conservation, health, safety, disaster prevention and resilience.

During the development of the final policy, Bridgestone gained insights from external stakeholders, including international consultants, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), materials suppliers, natural rubber farmers, and key customers to ensure the policy is thorough, reflects industry standards and best practices, and is supported by an effective implementation and communication plan.

Available in 12 languages, the policy will be implemented, governed and enforced regionally. As an immediate first step, Bridgestone will prioritize working closely with its employees, suppliers and customers and other industry experts to implement the policy. Over the next 18 months, Bridgestone will work with its suppliers and partners to ensure that they have received the policy and understand it. Following acknowledgment of the policy, suppliers will then receive a self-assessment questionnaire. Bridgestone is currently developing an additional supplier assessment for the traceability of natural rubber and will be working to partner with the industry and other qualified experts to help support ongoing monitoring of supplier compliance.

Bridgestone is committed to working with additional external stakeholders, including universities, industry associations and NGOs, to continually review feedback which will be valuable for subsequent enhancements and revisions to the policy.

To learn more about the Global Sustainable Procurement Policy and Bridgestone’s CSR commitments:

• Visit Bridgestone’s Global Sustainable Procurement web page for more detail and to access the policy
• Visit Bridgestone’s “Our Way to Serve” special web page and CSR web page for general information 
• Read Bridgestone’s 2016 Sustainability Report for more detail on sustainability activities
• Bridgestone’s recent achievements in sustainability awards and ratings “the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World)”.

*The Bridgestone Group defines sustainable materials as materials that “1) that come from resources with a guaranteed continual supply, 2) that can be used as part of our business over the long-term, and 3) that have a low environmental and social impact over the lifecycle from procurement to disposal.”

About Bridgestone Corporation:

Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, is the world’s largest tire and rubber company. In addition to tires for use in a wide variety of applications, it also manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and territories around the world.

In the Asia Pacific region, Bridgestone locates its regional headquarters in Singapore, overseeing the operations of tire production and sales facilities, as well as supplying its products across more than 25 countries in the region. Bridgestone Asia Pacific plays a key role in facilitating this large and growing market as it contributes significantly to the entire Bridgestone Group.

Governor Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi inaugurates 3rd JDBI Convocation

Governor Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi

inaugurates 3^rd JDBI Convocation

The 3^rd Annual Convocation of J. D. Birla Institute (JDBI) was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, His Excellency, Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi, Honorable Governor of West Bengal, and the Chancellor, Jadavpur University, at a gala function held at Vidya Mandir here today. At the Convocation, 468 students received their degrees at the Convocation. Also,10 meritorious students, who were toppers in their respective fields, were given University Gold Medals by the Governor in the presence of Mrs Sumangala Birla, Chairperson Governing Body of JDBI, Dr Deepali Singhee, Principal JDBI and other dignitaries, faculty members, staff and students.

Congratulating the students of JDBI, His Excellency, Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi, said, “Learning is a continuous process and will continue throughout your whole life. Education should not be for only living but for life. The adage survival of the fittest has now become survival of the most adaptable. You should dream big for the future belongs to those who dream big and act with fortitude. Now the hour has come for you students to discover your life and destiny. You should use your knowledge wisely and discretely in life.”

“Focus on your dreams and take calculated risks in life, don’t let failures come in the way of realizing you fullest potential. It is your turn to take forward your life, your family, society and the nation,” Shri Tripathi said.

Dr Deepali Singhee, Principal, J D Birla Institute, said, “JDBI has through its unique curriculum, supported by qualified faculties and teaching methods, has carved out a niche among the Institutions.”

J.D. Birla Institute, established 54 years ago,is an institute of higher learning committed to thoughtful and serious education for young minds in the fields of Food Science & Nutrition Management; Textile Science, Clothing & fashion Studies; Interior Designing; Human Development; Commerce and Management, both at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels. It has a combined strength of 1800 students and well-qualified faculty members and other staff. The Institute has been ranked high amongst institutes of higher learning in the country by several rating agencies including India Today, Career 360 and Times Magazine.

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About J.D. Birla Institute: J. D. Birla Institute, Kolkata, is a private unaided College affiliated to the Jadavpur University, Kolkata, since 1963. Late Smt. Sushila Devi Birla established a college for girls to provide scientific education to young women from Kolkata's conservative family. Over the 50 glorious years, JDBI has grown with the needs and demands of the changing times. The Institute has made rapid strides over the decades to emerge as a centre of excellence. The name was changed to J.D. Birla Institute in 2002 with the launch of a satellite campus to house the co-educational Department of Management. Today the Institute, which has an `A' grade from National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), provides graduate, post-graduate degrees under affiliation to Jadavpur University, the NAAC peer team awarded the Institute with ‘A’ Grade (CGPA – 3.11), the highest possible grade, highlighting the Institute’s constant quest for self-improvement and excellence. Currently we are preparing for its third cycle of assessment.