Vevey / Lausanne, 28 October 2025 – The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation is pleased to announce that Établissement d’assurance contre l’incendie et les éléments naturels du Canton de Vaud – ECA has obtained the Equal Pay and Opportunities certification, by EQUAL-SALARY, a symbol of excellence in terms of equality for employees of ECA in Switzerland. After successfully passing the statistical analysis of its salaries, ECA. underwent an internal audit entrusted to SGS, proving that it practices equal pay and equal opportunities for women and men.
The Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification is valid for three years, during which, the company undergoes two monitoring audits. After 3 years, if the organisation wants to keep its label, it needs to renew the certification process with a new salary analysis and a full on-site audit.
“ECA shows that equality is not a one-time goal, but a long-term commitment. By renewing its EQUAL-SALARY certification for the fifth time, the company reaffirms that gender equality, transparency, and respect have been at the heart of its corporate culture for over a decade!”, commented Lisa Rubli, CEO of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation.
“ECA Vaud is proud to renew its Equal Salary certification for the fifth time, thereby reaffirming its commitment to gender equality. True to its values, the organisation ensures fair, transparent, and sustainable pay practices, reflecting its dedication to providing a work environment built on trust and respect,” said Serge Depallens, CEO of ECA Vaud”, declared Serge Depallens, Directeur Général of ECA Vaud.
