SONAMIA & Nokian Tyres: A Shared Commitment to Sustainable Performance
At SONAMIA, we are committed to delivering high-performance solutions while addressing today’s environmental challenges. In this context, we are proud to be the exclusive distributor in France of Nokian Tyres, a brand widely recognized for its strong commitment to sustainability.
A Global Benchmark in Responsibility
Nokian Tyres stands out today as one of the most committed players in the industry. The company has been awarded the Platinum rating by EcoVadis, placing it in the top 1% of all companies assessed worldwide.
This recognition is based on overall performance across four key areas:
- Environment
- Labor & human rights
- Ethics
- Sustainable procurement
A high level of commitment that reflects a continuous improvement approach and strong transparency.
Quality, Safety and Environment at the Core
Beyond this recognition, Nokian Tyres relies on demanding international standards, with certifications including:
- ISO 9001 (quality)
- ISO 14001 (environment)
- ISO 45001 (health and safety at work)
These commitments demonstrate a clear ambition: to control the entire value chain while ensuring reliable, safe and responsible products.
A Pioneer in Sustainability
For over 30 years, Nokian Tyres has been at the forefront of sustainability initiatives in the tire industry. As early as 1995, its Finnish factory became the first tire plant in the world to receive environmental certification.
More recently, the company reached a new milestone with the opening of its factory in Romania—the world’s first tire factory with zero CO₂ emissions.
This ability to innovate while reducing environmental impact makes Nokian Tyres a global benchmark today.
International Recognition
In 2025, TIME Magazine and Statista ranked Nokian Tyres among the 500 most sustainable companies in the world, placing it 98th.
This ranking is based on strict criteria:
- Verified environmental commitments
- Validated emission reduction targets
- ESG performance
- Transparency and governance
An additional recognition that confirms the consistency and credibility of the brand’s approach.
Innovating for More Sustainable Tires
Innovation is at the heart of Nokian Tyres’ strategy. Through its concept tires, the brand explores new ways to reduce the environmental impact of its products.
Among the most notable developments:
- The Nokian Tyres Betula concept, featuring an innovative material derived from birch bark, enabling up to 93% renewable and recycled materials in the tread
- The development of alternatives to carbon black, such as lignin
- The ambitious goal of reaching 50% renewable or recycled materials by 2030
These initiatives reflect a strong ambition: to rethink the tire of tomorrow by combining performance and responsibility.
A Shared Vision with SONAMIA
At SONAMIA, we share this vision of a more responsible industry. Distributing Nokian Tyres exclusively in France means offering our customers solutions aligned with environmental challenges—without compromising on quality or performance.
This partnership is part of a broader approach: supporting market evolution, meeting field expectations, and contributing, at our level, to more sustainable mobility.