Wabtec Earns High Scores on the Disability Equality Index

PITTSBURGH, August 1, 2024 — Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) announced today that it was recognized as one of the 2024 top-scoring companies on the Disability Equality Index®, achieving an outstanding score of 90 in the U.S. for the second year in a row and a first-time score of 100 in its Brazil region. The high scores validate Wabtec’s progress on its formal commitment to advance opportunities for people with disabilities.

"Continuing with our unwavering dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion at Wabtec, this represents another significant step forward in establishing a workplace that truly embraces and supports individuals from all backgrounds and experiences,” said Alina Butler, Global Leader of Diversity and Inclusion at Wabtec. “Our results reflect our efforts to leading disability inclusion practices, affirming our dedication to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.”

Wabtec scored high in the Culture and Leadership, Employment Practices, and Community Engagement categories. The company is implementing initiatives to increase its scores within Enterprise-Wide Access and Supplier Diversity.

The Disability Equality Index® is the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool for Fortune 1000 scope companies to measure disability workplace inclusion inside their organization and to assess performance across industry sectors. By completing the Disability Equality Index, companies can demonstrate stakeholder commitment to disability inclusion and equality, as well as broader social issues, and enhance their reputation. The Disability Equality Index is now trusted by more than 70% of the United States Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500.

"On the 10th anniversary of the Disability Equality Index, we’re extremely proud of the 542 national and international companies that are taking a proactive role in leading progress towards disability inclusion, setting a benchmark for others to follow,” said Jill Houghton, President and CEO of Disability:IN. Their dedication to fostering inclusive workplaces not only attracts top talent but also drives innovation and creates sustainable performance in today's global market. Together, we are creating a future where everyone can contribute and thrive.”

The Disability Equality Index was launched in 2015 in the United States as a joint initiative of Disability:IN and The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and is acknowledged today as the most robust disability inclusion assessment tool in business.

About Wabtec
Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) is revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations. The company is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for the freight and transit rail industries, as well as the mining, marine and industrial markets. Wabtec has been a leader in the rail industry for over 150 years and is the worldwide leader in the decarbonization of freight rail. Visit Wabtec’s website at www.wabteccorp.com.

About Disability:IN®
Disability:IN is a global organization driving disability inclusion and equality in business. More than 500 corporations partner with Disability:IN to create long-term business and social impact through the world’s most comprehensive disability inclusion benchmarking and reporting tool, the Disability Equality Index; best-in-class conferences and programs; expert counsel and engagement; and public policy leadership. Join us at disabilityin.org/AreYouIN #AreYouIN.

About the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)
AAPD is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power for people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the 60+ million Americans with disabilities. Learn more at: www.aapd.com.