Bekaert, officially known as NV Bekaert SA, is a global leader in steel wire transformation and coating technologies, headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1880, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, serving diverse industries such as construction, automotive, and energy.
Bekaert's core offerings include high-quality steel wire products, advanced coatings, and innovative solutions that enhance performance and durability. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and technological innovation, positioning itself as a key player in the wire and cable industry.
With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Bekaert continues to achieve notable success, including its recognition for excellence in product quality and customer service. As a trusted partner, Bekaert remains dedicated to delivering unique solutions that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
+52 vs industry average
Bekaert’s score of 71 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Metal Fabrication has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Metal Fabrication industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Bekaert's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Bekaert reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 243,656,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,027,860,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,826,484,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Bekaert aims to achieve net-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. Bekaert's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its goal to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 19.7% by 2035. These targets align with science-based criteria, reflecting the company's dedication to mitigating climate change impacts. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from NV Bekaert SA, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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Bekaert’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2050
46.2% reduction in all scopes
Our ambition is to reduce our combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2 emissions by -46.2% by 2030, compared to 2019, in line with science-based tar…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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