Du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has taken top honours in the Large Company category at the 2019 edition of the prestigious Arabia CSR Awards.

On behalf of du, Osman Sultan, CEO of EITC, was presented the accolade during the Arabia CSR Awards Gala Ceremony, held at The Ritz Carlton, DIFC.

“At du, Corporate Social Responsibility is a vital component of our brand DNA, which is why we strive to embody objectives that are aligned with the visions and objectives of the UAE government,” said Sultan.

“As a prominent operator in the UAE telecom industry, we are committed to using our expertise, scale, and reach to create and fulfil initiatives that build a more sustainable future for the next generation of UAE citizens, businesses, and government entities.”

Du was awarded the Large Company prize based on the company’s continued focus towards raising the bar for sustainable progress in the digital age and creating a cohesive corporate sustainability ethos. Through sharpening its focus towards implementing a robust sustainability framework, du embodies sustainability pillars and initiatives geared towards creating value for business stakeholders, as well as the community and environment.

The Arabia CSR Awards are the regionally and globally renowned as the sustainability benchmark of the Arab region. – TradeArabia News Service