Timken Recognized by Ethisphere as One of World's Most Ethical Companies® for 15th Time

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The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR) was named one of the 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere on March 18, 2026, marking Timken's 15th appearance on the list. Timken is one of 31 companies with 15+ appearances and among 138 honorees across 19 countries and 41 industries.

Ethisphere's assessment uses its proprietary Ethics Quotient® and requires 240+ documented proof points. According to the company, Timken posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025, employs ~19,000 people and operates in 45 countries.

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NORTH CANTON, Ohio, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR; www.timken.com), a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, has been honored as one of the 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

"At Timken, we believe that integrity and transparency are fundamental to who we are and how we operate," said Lucian Boldea, Timken president and chief executive officer. "I want to congratulate our employees, who demonstrate that doing business the right way is essential to building trust with our customers, partners and stakeholders and to creating long-term value."

Timken is one of only 31 companies to appear 15 or more times on the list, which debuted 20 years ago. This year, Ethisphere recognized 138 companies spanning 19 countries and 41 industries.

The World's Most Ethical Companies assessment is grounded in Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient®, which requires companies to provide 240+ documented proof points on practices that support robust ethics and compliance.

"Congratulations to Timken for achieving recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® for the 15th time," said Erica Salmon Byrne, Ethisphere's chief strategy officer and executive chair. "Timken and our other honorees continue to raise the bar for business integrity by embedding ethics into everyday decision-making and strategy. Companies with strong ethics, compliance and governance programs are built for better long-term performance."

About The Timken Company
The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR; www.timken.com), a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, designs a growing portfolio of next-generation products for diverse industries. For more than 125 years, Timken has used its specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that increase reliability and efficiency. Timken posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025 and employs approximately 19,000 people globally, operating from 45 countries.

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FAQ

Why was Timken (NYSE: TKR) named a 2026 World's Most Ethical Company?

Because Timken met Ethisphere's rigorous Ethics Quotient® requirements with documented practices. According to the company, the assessment requires 240+ proof points across ethics, compliance, governance and culture practices that Timken provided.

How significant is Timken's 15th appearance on the World's Most Ethical Companies list for TKR shareholders?

It signals sustained governance and compliance focus over time, which can support investor confidence. According to the company, Timken is one of only 31 firms with 15+ appearances, reflecting long‑term ethics consistency.

What scale and business metrics did Timken report alongside the 2026 ethics recognition?

Timken reported global scale metrics to contextualize the award. According to the company, Timken posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025, employs about 19,000 people and operates in 45 countries.

How many companies and countries were represented on Ethisphere's 2026 list that included Timken (TKR)?

Ethisphere recognized 138 companies spanning 19 countries and 41 industries in 2026. According to the company, Timken was among those 138 honorees and one of 31 firms with 15+ appearances.

Does the Ethisphere recognition indicate changes to Timken's business operations or strategy for TKR?

The recognition highlights existing ethics and compliance practices rather than announcing strategic changes. According to the company, the award reflects embedded ethics in decision‑making and long‑term value creation efforts.