Ricardo's Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan endorsed by Reconciliation Australia

Ricardo, a global environmental and engineering consultancy, today announces that its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) has been endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The Reflect RAP represents Ricardo’s commitment to embed reconciliation into its culture, business practices, and relationships. It sets out practical actions the company will take to strengthen understanding, respect, and opportunities in partnership with First Nations communities.

The RAP is centred around four key pillars—Relationships, Respect, Opportunities, and Governance—and outlines initial steps Ricardo will take to:

• Build cultural awareness across the business
• Foster respectful engagement with First Nations stakeholders
• Explore pathways for employment, procurement, and partnership
• Strengthen accountability through leadership and transparent reporting.

Chris Hewitson, Director – Ricardo Australia and New Zealand, said, "We are honoured to have our Reflect RAP endorsed, and we are committed to turning this plan into action. Our inaugural Reflect RAP is an opportunity for our team and organization to come together, building collective understanding as we begin our journey of reconciliation. This RAP represents a significant step for Ricardo, not only important for our Australian teams, but also meaningful to all Ricardo employees globally.”

Reconciliation Australia is the national organisation dedicated to promoting reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider Australian community. Its primary objective is to foster greater understanding, respect, and equity through strategic frameworks and initiatives. The organisation provides guidance and support to businesses, government agencies, and community groups to implement Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) that drive measurable progress toward reconciliation.

The endorsement by Reconciliation Australia signals that Ricardo’s RAP meets the required standards and commitments to begin its reconciliation journey in a culturally appropriate and sustainable way.