Embassy Office Parks REIT announced on October 16, 2026, that its development portfolio achieved a global industry-leading score of 100% in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) 2026 assessment. The REIT ranked number one in the Asia office peer group, maintaining its position at the highest level of the benchmark for the third consecutive year.

The perfect score substantially exceeds the overall GRESB average of 86.2% and outperforms the Office/Asia peer group average of 99.4%. Embassy REIT also retained the highest 5-Star GRESB rating for both its Development and Standing Investment portfolios. This recognition underscores the company's commitment to environmental performance, governance, and responsible business practices.

Portfolio performance metrics

The REIT’s Standing Investments portfolio demonstrated continued progress with a strong score of 95%. It ranked No. 1 among 48 participants in the Listed Office peer group, surpassing both the GRESB average of 80.9% and the peer group average of 93.9%. Additionally, Embassy REIT secured a full 30/30 score in the GRESB Management Component, reflecting institutionalized sustainability through leadership oversight, ESG policies, risk management, and transparent reporting.

What the numbers show

The data reveals a distinct divergence between the two portfolio segments. While the Development portfolio achieved a perfect score, the Standing Investments portfolio scored 95%. However, the Standing Investments portfolio faced a more competitive benchmark, with a higher peer group average of 93.9% compared to 99.4% for Development. Despite this, Embassy REIT maintained a lead in both categories, indicating robust sustainability practices across both new developments and operational assets. The Management Component score of 30/30 further suggests that the high asset-level scores are supported by strong governance frameworks rather than isolated operational successes.

Corporate context

Amit Shetty, Chief Executive Officer of Embassy REIT, stated that achieving a perfect GRESB score alongside No. 1 peer-group rankings is a proud milestone. He emphasized the importance of raising standards in environmental performance and governance as one of Asia’s leading office REITs. Embassy REIT is India’s first publicly listed Real Estate Investment Trust and the largest office REIT in Asia by area, owning over 52 million square feet of office spaces across key markets including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, NCR, and Chennai.

Embassy Office Parks REIT disclosed that Donnie Dominic George, General Counsel of its manager, sold 27,650 units on October 8, 2026. The transaction valued at ₹1.18 crore was executed on the National Stock Exchange under a pre-approved trading plan.

The sale was reported in compliance with Regulation 7(2) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. George held these units through the Embassy Office Parks REIT Employee Welfare Trust, granted under the Employee Incentive Plan 2020. The trading plan governing this disposal was approved on May 29, 2026.

Transaction details

The disclosure confirms that George disposed of his entire holding in the REIT. Prior to the sale, he held 27,650 units, representing 0.0029% of the total units. Post-transaction, his holding stands at nil. The mode of disposal was recorded as "On Market" with the trade executed on the NSE.

Regulatory compliance

The filing was submitted by Vinitha Menon, Head – Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, on behalf of Embassy Office Parks Management Services Private Limited. The document serves as a continual disclosure required for designated persons dealing in securities. No derivatives were involved in this transaction, as indicated by the "Not Applicable" status in the derivative trading section of the form.