Al Sahel Contracting Achieves Higher EcoVadis Rating
Al Sahel Contracting Company LLC, (ASCC) a subsidiary of Khalifa Juma Al Nabooda Group, has achieved an improved score in the global EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, reaffirming its position among the region’s most responsible and forward-looking construction firms.
This achievement reflects the Group’s strategic commitment to embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) excellence at the heart of every operation. By continually enhancing its sustainability standards, ASCC demonstrates how responsible practices translate into resilient performance and long-term value for clients, partners, and communities.
The upgraded rating highlights progress across four key areas evaluated by EcoVadis: environmental performance, labor and human rights, business ethics, and sustainable procurement. It also recognizes the company’s ongoing efforts to minimize environmental impact, reinvent fair labor practices, uphold integrity, and engage suppliers and subcontractors, who share its sustainability values.
Mr. Moustafa Hassan, General Manager of Al Sahel Contracting Company, commented: “This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication and belief that sustainability is not a requirement, it’s part of who we are. It shapes how we build, how we treat people, and how we contribute to a greener future. We are proud to align our work with the broader sustainability vision of Khalifa Juma Al Nabooda Group.”
ASCC has been awarded by EcoVadis with the “Committed” Badge, recognizing organizations scoring 45 or higher, for their sustainability management systems that drive continuous improvement. With this achievement, Al Sahel strengthens its position as a trusted and responsible partner in an industry increasingly defined by environmental and ethical standards.
As part of Khalifa Juma Al Nabooda Group, Al Sahel Contracting continues to advance its sustainability roadmap in line with international ESG benchmarks, contributing to the Group’s mission of building a more sustainable, transparent, and resilient future for the construction sector in the UAE.
About Al Sahel Contracting Company LLC:
Al Sahel Contracting Company LLC (ASCC), a subsidiary of Khalifa Juma Al Nabooda Group has been active as a Main Contractor in the field of Building Construction in Dubai and northern Emirates since 1976. During the company’s decades of operations and continual improvement, ASCC has successfully delivered a diverse portfolio of iconic complete turnkey projects with construction, MEP, fit-out and energy technology, and has built a strong reputation for excellence, reliability, and safety across various sectors, including residential, commercial, healthcare, hospitality, education, and hospitality.
About EcoVadis Sustainability Rating:
EcoVadis is a leading independent global platform that evaluates companies’ performance in sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). It is widely trusted by international supply chains for its credibility and consistent methodology.
The EcoVadis assessment is based on recognized global standards, including the UN Global Compact, ILO conventions, and ISO 26000 guidelines. More than 1200 multinational companies rely on EcoVadis ratings to manage sustainability risks across supply chains involving over 150,000 assessed companies worldwide.
Each evaluation covers 21 criteria across four key themes: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement and is reviewed by professional analysts. This makes EcoVadis one of the most respected and reliable ESG rating systems globally.