Parsons Honored as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 17th Consecutive Year

Engineering firm recognized for its commitment to integrity and ethical business practices

Mar. 18, 2026 at 11:38am

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Parsons Corporation, an engineering and technology firm, has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 17th consecutive year. This recognition reflects Parsons' dedication to ethical decision-making, transparency, and earning the trust of its clients, partners, and communities worldwide.

Why it matters

Parsons' long-standing commitment to integrity and ethical business practices sets it apart in the engineering services industry. This honor highlights the company's ability to maintain high ethical standards while delivering complex infrastructure and national security projects globally.

The details

Parsons was one of only four companies recognized in the Engineering Services category out of 138 honorees spanning 17 countries and 40 industries. The company's ethics program is built on employee engagement, transparency, and a strong ethical culture set by executive and management leadership.

  • Parsons has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 17 consecutive years.
  • The 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies list was announced on March 18, 2026.

The players

Parsons Corporation

An American engineering and technology firm that provides services in national security, infrastructure, and environmental remediation.

Ethisphere

A global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Carey Smith

The chair, president, and chief executive officer of Parsons Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“We are honored to be recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 17 th consecutive year. This recognition reflects the commitment of our employees to doing business with integrity, embedding ethical decision making into everything that we do, and earning and keeping the trust of our clients, partners, and the communities around the world where we work.”

— Carey Smith, Chair, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Parsons Corporation

The takeaway

Parsons' consistent recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies demonstrates the company's ability to maintain a strong ethical culture and commitment to integrity, even as it grows and takes on complex global projects. This honor sets Parsons apart in the engineering services industry and reinforces the company's reputation as a trusted partner for clients and communities.