EastLink achieves high ranking in GRESB 2024 Infrastructure Asset Benchmark

EastLink has earned the #1 position in the Asia-Pacific motorways maintenance and operation category in the 2024 GRESB Infrastructure Asset Benchmark Report - for the third consecutive year.

The globally recognised annual report evaluates the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of infrastructure assets across the world, with around 700 participants in this year’s benchmarking process.

EastLink’s overall GRESB score soared to 95 out of 100, up from 92 in 2023, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable operations and excellence.

The breakdown of EastLink's impressive ESG performance includes 28 out of 30 for Environmental, 40 out of 43 for Social, and 27 out of 28 for Governance.

Murray Keen, EastLink’s general manager for operations and maintenance, attributes this achievement to the company's ongoing dedication to sustainable practices. "We're incredibly proud of this result, which highlights the hard work of our team to integrate sustainable operations into every aspect of EastLink. We’ve invested significantly in environmental management, from reducing energy consumption to protecting local wildlife habitats."

Doug Spencer-Roy, EastLink’s corporate affairs and marketing manager, emphasized the importance of social responsibility. "EastLink’s success is not just about providing a road but delivering a positive impact on our local communities. Whether it’s supporting native animals, enhancing safety for our drivers, or sponsoring community events, we’re always looking for ways to contribute to the wellbeing of everyone who interacts with our asset."

Charles Griplas, EastLink’s managing director, reflected on the strategic importance of maintaining high ESG standards. "This recognition from GRESB underscores the importance of our long-term vision. We are committed to operating a world-class infrastructure asset that leads not only in terms of efficiency and technology but also in ESG performance. This ranking demonstrates that EastLink is making a meaningful difference on all fronts—environmentally, socially, and in governance."

EastLink’s strong performance in the 2024 GRESB Infrastructure Asset Benchmark reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability and its leadership within the infrastructure industry.