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Did you know World Day for Safety and Health at Work, set up by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2003, and the International Commemoration Day for Dead and Injured Workers, set up in 1966 by trade unions, are held on the same day each year, April 28th? They are - and the reason is sobering: the ILO estimates that annually nearly 3 million people die from work-related incidents and that about 395 million workers experience non-fatal work injuries. We asked two Kiwa experts about some of the key developments in this sector.

Cybersecurity regulations are evolving, and the NIS2 directive is an important step for many organisations across Europe.Our experts from Vinçotte, member of the Kiwa Group, will be sharing practical insights at a series of events, webinars, and training sessions—covering key topics like data protection, risk management, and cybersecurity standards.Whether you're just getting started or looking to strengthen your existing processes, these sessions are designed to support you in building a secure and resilient digital infrastructure.Here's where you can find us in the coming weeks:

The Portuguese wine sector has seen significant growth, driven by the rise in wine tourism and the increasing demand for distinctive and sustainable wines. To ensure that this growth occurs in a balanced and responsible manner, sustainability certification has taken on a leading role, promoting practices that respect the environment and improve the competitiveness of Portuguese wines on the global market.

At Kiwa BCS, we have been supporting businesses in obtaining NOP certification since 2002. Whether you’re a farmer, processor, or trader, we help you navigate the certification process, ensuring your products meet the strict U.S. organic requirements.

As food safety standards evolve, ensuring compliance and building consumer trust is more important than ever. ASI, a Kiwa company, supports bakeries with expert audits, helping them strengthen food safety programs and maintain the highest quality standards.

This International Women’s Day, we’re accelerating action for gender equality at Kiwa! Hear from our leaders and employees on how we can break biases, foster inclusion, and drive real change.

Want to learn how global food safety standards can benefit your brand, improve efficiency and enhance trust? Then you are in the right place! Get in touch with Kiwa today to learn how we can support your business.

Trilab Australia celebrates 30 years of excellence in soil and rock testing. With continuous NATA accreditation since 1995, Trilab provides trusted geomechanical testing services to the mining, exploration, engineering, and infrastructure industries across the Asia Pacific and beyond.

At the moment, there is great demand for LEAF Marque, SPRING (GLOBALG.A.P. Module), ZERYA Waste-free Production and Wine Sustainability certifications. Each of these certifications requires the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices as a way of guaranteeing safe, high-quality food

The Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT) ensures the durability of polyethylene (PE) pipes, but European regulations limiting Arkopal N100 pose a challenge. Kiwa Technology is leading efforts to validate Dehyton PL as a viable alternative through standardization and upcoming tests. Learn more about Kiwa’s role in this important transition

At Kiwa, we have extensive experience providing GLOBALG.A.P. IFA – Integrated Farm Assurance certification. Amongst others, we offer certification for IFA v6-Smart and IFA v6-GFS standards. Let’s take a closer look at the two versions: IFA v6-Smart and IFA v6-GFS.  

An essential step in seeking ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 27001 certification is to undertake your Stage One audit. This can be daunting if your business has minimal experience with ISO certification.

In an increasingly competitive and conscious market, differentiation is not only a luxury, it is a necessity. Animal Welfair® certification is the perfect tool for agri-food companies seeking to stand out, improve their practices and gain the trust of demanding consumers. Lekkerland, a renowned Costa Rican premium cheese brand, became a pioneer in Latin America by obtaining the Animal Welfair® certification.

Project Control, a division of Raba Kistner, Inc. (part of the Kiwa group), celebrates the opening of the Edith and Peter O'Donnell Jr. Athenaeum’s first phase at UT Dallas, featuring world-class art museums. The milestone event also marked the groundbreaking of a cutting-edge performance hall. Discover how this cultural hub is transforming campus life and enriching the arts in North Texas.

On World Quality Day 2024, Kiwa celebrates the theme ‘Quality: from compliance to performance.’ Quality Manager Eugène den Elzen highlights the importance of embedding quality into company culture, achieving trust and safety, and partnering with experts to enhance performance. Discover how Kiwa supports excellence in quality management and continuous improvement