Columbus McKinnon Publishes 5th Annual Corporate Sustainability Report, Demonstrating Continued Focus on its Sustainability Strategy

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbus McKinnon Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCO) ("Columbus McKinnon" or the "Company"), today announced the publication of its fifth annual Corporate Sustainability Report. This year's report highlights the company's continued commitment to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong governance, which serves as the bedrock for the company's unwavering dedication to building a more sustainable future for its employees, customers, and communities worldwide.

Key improvements and achievements outlined in this year's report include:

• Five years of meaningful progress in sustainability and social responsibility, with a strong outlook for continued impact
• Substantial achievements in emissions reduction, including Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity
• Continued progress in recycling and waste reduction initiatives
• Increased impact of the company's global Green Teams in educating employees and implementing strategies to mitigate our carbon footprint
• Growing emphasis on professional development and employee engagement to support growth strategies
• Proactive preparation for the European Union Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

"We know that when we run a responsible, sustainable company, we make our business stronger, more agile, and more resilient. As we advance our journey to become a leading and scaled provider of material handling solutions, purpose remains core to our strategy," said David J. Wilson, President and CEO of Columbus McKinnon. "We made solid progress in fiscal 2025, and we remain committed to delivering a focused sustainability strategy embedded in our operations – one that directly aligns with our business goals and encourages good business practices. We believe that focus will enable us to deliver strong financial results, long-term value, and sustainable business growth, all while mitigating our environmental impacts."

For more details on our fiscal 2025 sustainability progress and performance, read the full report on the Company's website. For quick facts about our successes over the past year, check out our Sustainability Fact Sheet.

About Columbus McKinnon
Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning, and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations, and digital power and motion control systems. The Company is focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by its superior design and engineering know-how.  Comprehensive information on Columbus McKinnon is available at www.cmco.com.

Safe Harbor Statement
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Contacts:

Kristine Moser
VP IR and Treasurer
Columbus McKinnon Corporation
704-322-2488
[email protected]

SOURCE Columbus McKinnon Corporation