SGS strengthens digital trust and connectivity capabilities with GRL Services acquisition

SGS has acquired Granite River Labs Services (GRL), expanding its testing capabilities for high-speed connectivity technologies and strengthening its position in digital trust and connectivity. 

DQS receives ANAB accreditation for ISO/IEC 42001 certification 

DQS has been accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) to provide certification for ISO/IEC 42001, the international standard for AI management systems, expanding its accredited portfolio in information security and emerging technologies.  

Sustainable Coconut Partnership launches assurance system and approves verification bodies

The Sustainable Coconut Partnership has launched the Sustainable Coconut Charter Assurance System, introducing independent verification of the Charter’s criteria. Control Union Philippines and ECOCERT have been approved as verification bodies, and the first Charter assessments have now been completed. 

TIC Council outlines framework for digitalization of assurance services

The TIC Council has published a framework describing how assurance services can adopt digital technologies such as AI, IoT and data analytics while maintaining core principles of independence, technical competence and human oversight in conformity assessment.  

Element Materials Technology joins UK-ASEAN Business Council to support regional trade

Element Materials Technology has joined the UK-ASEAN Business Council, reinforcing its commitment to supporting trade and investment between the UK and Southeast Asia. 

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