McDonald’s India Franchisee Achieves Global 5th Position in Restaurants & Leisure Sector
Mumbai, India – April 7, 2025 – Westlife Foodworld Ltd. (BSE: 505533 | NSE: WESTLIFE), the company behind McDonald’s restaurants in West and South India, has secured top honors in S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). Scoring 59/100 on the ESG Score and 57/100 on the CSA Score, Westlife emerged as India’s #1 and 5th globally in the Restaurants & Leisure Facilities category, far surpassing the industry average of 19.
Key Highlights of the Achievement
- Global Recognition: Ranked 5th worldwide in sustainability among peers like international QSR chains.
- Industry-Leading Scores: ESG Score of 59 and CSA Score of 57 reflect excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance practices.
- Transparency Benchmark: Disclosed 83% of mandatory and 84% of additional data—rated “Very High” by S&P Global.
Driving Sustainability: Westlife’s Strategic Pillars
The assessment lauded Westlife’s standout performance in:
- Human Capital Management:
- 100% workforce training: All employees receive skill development opportunities.
- 36% gender diversity: Strong female representation across operations.
- Zero human rights or workplace safety violations.
- Supply Chain & Food Safety:
- 95% suppliers covered under the Supplier Workplace Accountability program.
- Rigorous quality checks for 200+ million annual customers.
- Community Impact:
- Supported 4,000+ children battling cancer via Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) India.
Smita Jatia, Vice Chairperson, Westlife Foodworld, stated: “This recognition validates our commitment to balancing profitability with planetary responsibility. Sustainability is woven into every facet of our business—from sourcing to serving.”
Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality by 2050
Westlife’s ambitious sustainability strategy includes:
- Resource Conservation: Energy-efficient kitchens and waste reduction initiatives.
- Responsible Sourcing: Prioritizing local ingredients and ethical vendors.
- SDG Alignment: Contributing to India’s Sustainable Development Goals through community programs.
Market Leadership & Scale
As McDonald’s largest franchisee in India, Westlife operates 421 outlets across 67 cities in South and West India, serving 200 million customers annually. Its formats include McCafé, McDelivery, and 24/7 restaurants, underpinned by McDonald’s core values of Quality, Service, Cleanliness, and Value.
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