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On the way to PlanetProof: independent environmental quality label for agri and food

As of 2019 ‘’On the way to PlanetProof’’ is the new international environmental quality mark for dairy products, vegetables and fruits, eggs, flowers, plants, trees and flower bulbs. Kiwa can assist companies in getting “On the way to PlanetProof” certified.

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Kiwa at Medica - world's leading medical trade fair from 18-21 November

From 18 - 21 November, Kiwa will be present at the world's leading medical trade fair: Medica 2019 in Düsseldorf. Representatives of Kiwa Italia, Kiwa Turkey, our German test laboratory and our French subsidiary will be present.

Kiwa Brexit Update

Great Britain has the intention to leave the European Union (EU) on 31 October 2019. Independently from the outcome of the Brexit, Kiwa can already support its clients to prepare for Brexit.

AQS France member of the Kiwa Group

AQS France, an independent inspection body in the food sector, is now part of the Kiwa Group. With the integration of AQS, Kiwa strengthens both its footprint in the international Agro, Feed and Food market and in its French activities.

Upgrade of FIBA facilities manual. Kiwa is accredited

The international basketball federation (FIBA) has joined forces with Kiwa and other test institutes to create an upgraded version of the FIBA Handbook of test methods and requirements.

Kiwa Italy opens new Plastic Laboratory in Bologna

Kiwa Italy has established a brand new state of the art Plastic Laboratory in Bologna. The establishment responds to the increasing demand of the Water & Gas sector, with the aim to support companies with their business growth and innovation.

Kiwa develops eco-friendly accelerated notch pipe test (aNPT)

Kiwa has successfully implemented the eco-friendly accelerated notch pipe test (aNPT) for PE100-RC pipe testing. The important difference with a normal NPT is that instead of using loads of water, the pipe is placed in a detergent solution.

Kiwa joins Hydrogen Innovation Mission Japan

From September 23 - 28, Kiwa will join the Dutch Innovation Mission Hydrogen to Japan. The mission facilitates excellent opportunities to gain more insights into the chances hydrogen offers and to strengthen our international network even further.

Kiwa at Solar Power International 2019

Kiwa, as an internationally accredited certification body for solar products, will be present at the Solar Power International 2019 exhibition, in Salt Lake City (USA) from 23 to 26 September.

Ron Scheepers new Executive Vice President for Kiwa’s Service Line Assurance

Kiwa is glad to welcome Ron Scheepers as our new Executive Vice President for the Service Line Assurance from October 1. Ron will succeed Erik Landgren, who is now Country Manager of Kiwa Inspecta Sweden.

Study by Kiwa and Stedin: Dutch village Stad aan 't Haringvliet can switch to green hydrogen

Together with grid operator Stedin, Kiwa has investigated whether the Dutch village Stad aan 't Haringvliet can switch from natural gas to green hydrogen. The research shows that this can be achieved within a relatively short time and at relatively low costs.

Acheta Pest Control joins Kiwa

Kiwa has welcomed Acheta Consulting Ltd to the Kiwa UK family. The new company adds pest management services to our portfolio.

New Green Hydrogen Project

Kiwa is delighted to be working as part of a consortium on the UK Government-funded Project Methilltoune. This project seeks to demonstrate the bulk supply of hydrogen from offshore wind and examine the cost reduction opportunities.

GAR-update: withdrawal of EN 484:1997, EN 521:2006 and EN 14543:2005 + A1:2007

The standards EN 484:1997, EN 521:2006 and EN 14543:2005+A1:2007 have been replaced by new versions. Appliances burning gaseous fuels used for cooking, heating, hot water production, refrigeration, lighting and washing need to be certified based on the updated standards after the dow date.

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