Adani Ports ESG rating upgraded to CareEdge-ESG 1+ with score 84.3

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited has secured an upgraded ESG rating of CareEdge-ESG 1+ with a score of 84.3, reflecting its leadership position in managing ESG risks. This marks an improvement of 3.3 points over its previous score of 81. The rating action follows the annual surveillance review by CareEdge ESG Ratings and incorporates disclosures from the company's FY26 Integrated Annual Report.

The upgrade underscores the company's progress in strengthening its ESG performance and disclosures. Key drivers include enhanced environmental performance through reductions in emissions, energy, water, and waste intensities, alongside increased adoption of renewable energy. Improved social outcomes were noted due to expanded safety training coverage, stronger grievance redressal mechanisms, and advancements in diversity, pay equity, and employee engagement.

Governance Framework

A robust governance framework supported the rating upgrade, characterized by continued Board-level ESG oversight. The company implemented comprehensive governance training programs and enhanced engagement across the value chain. These measures reaffirm its position as a leading ESG performer in the ports and logistics sector.

Rating Details

Metric	Value
ESG Rating	CareEdge-ESG 1+
ESG Score	84.3
Previous Score	81
Improvement	3.3 points
Assessment Basis	FY26 Integrated Annual Report

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-0.95%	-1.78%	+0.51%	+20.19%	+29.26%	+152.99%

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd announced the voting results for its 27th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on June 24, 2026, via video conferencing. All eight resolutions on the agenda were passed with the requisite majority, including the adoption of financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026, and the declaration of dividends. The voting results were submitted to BSE and NSE pursuant to Regulation 44(3) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

The meeting commenced at 12:00 noon and concluded at 1:15 p.m. Shareholders participated through remote e-voting, which was open from June 20, 2026, to June 23, 2026, and via e-voting during the AGM. Chirag Shah, Practicing Company Secretary, served as the Scrutinizer for the voting process.

Voting Results Summary

Shareholders approved the adoption of the audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. Resolutions regarding the declaration of dividend on preference shares and equity shares for the financial year 2025-26 were also passed. Furthermore, the re-appointment of Mr. Gautam S. Adani and Mr. Ashwani Gupta as Directors, who retire by rotation, was approved.

The company also approved the appointment of Dr. Ajay Kumar, IAS, VC and CEO, Gujarat Maritime Board, as a Director (Non-Executive Non-Independent). Additionally, shareholders granted authority for the appointment of branch auditors.

Resolution Voting Details

Sr. No	Agenda	Resolution Type	Status
1	Adoption of Audited Standalone Financial Statements for FY26	Ordinary	Passed
2	Adoption of Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for FY26	Ordinary	Passed
3	Declaration of Dividend on Preference Shares for FY26	Ordinary	Passed
4	Declaration of Final Dividend on Equity Shares for FY26	Ordinary	Passed
5	Re-appointment of Mr. Gautam S. Adani as Director	Ordinary	Passed
6	Re-appointment of Mr. Ashwani Gupta as Director	Ordinary	Passed
7	Appointment of Dr. Ajay Kumar as Director (Non-Executive Non-Independent)	Ordinary	Passed
8	Authority for appointment of branch auditors	Ordinary	Passed

The detailed scrutinizer's report indicates that for the resolution regarding the re-appointment of Mr. Gautam S. Adani, 98.12% of votes were cast in favour, while 1.88% were against. For the appointment of Dr. Ajay Kumar, 99.31% of votes were in favour and 0.69% against. The filing was signed by Kamlesh Bhagia, Company Secretary.