An overview of SGS, including history, values, benefits for businesses working with us, our global industries and how we deliver a competitive edge.

1. SGS IS THE
WORLD’S
LEADING
INSPECTION,
VERIFICATION,
TESTING AND
CERTIFICATION
COMPANY
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2. AT A GLANCE
Nº1
WORLD LEADER
80,000
1,650
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GLOBAL
SERVICE
LOCAL
EXPERTISE
EMPLOYEES
GLOBAL
INDUSTRIES
OFFICES AND
LABORATORIES
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3. HISTORY
ESTABLISHED IN
ROUEN
Transformed grain
trading in Europe
with innovative
agricultural
inspection services
and spread
agricultural
services
around the world
Diversified into
inspection, testing
and verification
services across a
variety of sectors
including industrial,
minerals, oil, gas,
and chemicals
Listed on the
Swiss Stock
Exchange
Unrivalled
reputation
as the industry
leader in finding
solutions to the
complex problems
organisations face
every day
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4. VALUES
PASSION
INTEGRITY
ENTREPRENEURIALISM
INNOVATIVE SPIRIT
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5. GLOBAL SERVICES TAILORED TO INDIVIDUAL
INDUSTRIES
INSPECTION
TESTING
VERIFICATION
CERTIFICATION
TRAINING
CONSULTANCY
OUTSOURCING
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6. QUALITY
EFFICIENCY
PRODUCTIVITY
SAFETY
REDUCED RISK
SPEED TO MARKET
TRUST
SUSTAINABILITY
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7. QUALITY
COMPLIANCE
WITH THE
LATEST
QUALITY
STANDARDS
INDEPENDENT
THIRD PARTY
INSPECTION
TESTING,
AUDITING AND
TRAINING
SOLUTIONS
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8. SAFETY
DEVELOP
EFFECTIVE
HEALTH AND
SAFETY
SYSTEMS
GENERATE
CONSUMER
CONFIDENCE
AND ENHANCE
TRUST
COMPLIANCE
WITH LOCAL,
NATIONAL AND
INTERNATIONAL
REGULATIONS
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9. REDUCED RISK
INDEPENDENT
AND IMPARTIAL
SERVICES TO
IDENTIFY,
MANAGE AND
REDUCE RISK
TESTING AND
INSPECTION TO
VERIFY RISK
PREVENTION
MEASURES
COMPLIANCE TO
INTERNATIONAL
RISK
MANAGEMENT
STANDARDS
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10. EFFICIENCY
TAILORED
BUSINESS
SOLUTIONS TO
IMPLEMENT
PROCESSES
AND SYSTEMS
MAKING
BUSINESS
OPERATIONS
FASTER,
SIMPLER AND
MORE EFFICIENT
LOCAL EXPERTS
DRAW ON THE
GLOBAL
EXPERIENCE OF
THE ENTIRE SGS
NETWORK
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11. PRODUCTIVITY
ENSURING
PRODUCTIVITY
KEEPS PACE
WITH
DEVELOPMENTS
OUTSOURCING
WORLD-CLASS
PRODUCTIVITY
EXPERTS
FOCUSED
TRAINING TO
DEVELOP
SPECIALIST
SKILLS WITHIN
YOUR EXISTING
WORKFORCE
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12. SPEED TO MARKET
DEMONSTRATE
COMPLIANCE
WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS
OF TARGET
MARKETS
CONSULTANCY,
TESTING AND
CERTIFICATION
SERVICES TO
OVERCOME
COMPLEX
CHALLENGES
UNDERSTANDING
MARKET DEMANDS
ANYWHERE IN
THE WORLD,
WHATEVER THE
INDUSTRY OR
SECTOR
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13. TRUST
GLOBAL
REPUTATION
FOR
INDEPENDENCE
AND INTEGRITY
TRANSPARENT
AND UNBIASED
INSPECTION,
TESTING,
VERIFICATION
AND CERTIFICATION
SOLUTIONS
ASSURING THE
COMPLIANCE OF
PRODUCTS,
PROCESSES,
SYSTEMS AND
SERVICES
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14. SUSTAINABILITY
BUILDING A
MORE
RESPONSIBLE
AND
SUSTAINABLE
FUTURE
ENCOURAGING
ENVIRONMENTAL
RESPONSIBILITY
AND REDUCING
ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACTS
ASSISTING IN
DEVELOPING
SUSTAINABLE
FACILITIES AND
BETTER WORKING
AND SOCIAL
ENVIRONMENTS
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15. AGRICULTURE
AND FOOD
CHEMICAL
ENERGY
LIFE SCIENCES
LOGISTICS
MINING
CONSTRUCTION
CONSUMER GOODS
AND RETAIL
FINANCE
AUTOMOTIVE
INDUSTRIAL
MANUFACTURING
OIL AND GAS
PUBLIC SECTOR
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16. AGRICULTURE AND FOOD
ENSURING SAFE, SUSTAINABLE AND HIGH-QUALITY PRODUCTS
SOURCE
DEVELOP
TRANSPORT
PROCESS
RETAIL
SAVOUR
We provide
expertise from
input research
and
development
through to
harvesting
We offer
unrivalled
technical
capabilities for
fertiliser
exploration,
mining and
trade
We help
mitigate risks,
maintain safety
and improve
value chain
efficiency in
storage and
transportation
We safeguard
quality and
safety, improve
market share
and develop
sustainable
business
We protect
brands, build
customer trust
and develop
long-term trade
relations
Sarah-Jane
tucks into her
lunch knowing
that it’s tasty,
healthy, safe
and value for
money
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17. AUTOMOTIVE
DRIVING PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY WORLDWIDE
SOURCE
BUILD
SELL
POWER
SAFEGUARD
AMAZE
We test
materials and
parts to OEM
and industry
standards to
facilitate the
supply chain
We verify that
manufacturer
vehicle design
and quality
meets
regulations and
gains market
access
We audit
delivery and
aftermarket
operations to
ensure quality
and brand
guidelines
adherence
We enhance the
design,
construction and
operation of
motor vehicles,
testing fuels,
lubricants and
usability
Our vehicle
testing centres
worldwide verify
safety and
minimise
environmental
impact
Annette loves
the feeling of
going for a drive
in her new car
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18. CHEMICAL
INNOVATION, SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY IN EVERYTHING FROM PERFUMES TO PAINTS
ESTABLISH
SOURCE
PROCESS
DISTRIBUTE
SELL
PROTECT
We offer turnkey
laboratory
design and
management
consultancy and
procurement
and
commissioning
assistance
We ensure
chemical
component
quality
Our services
reduce risks,
manage
potential health
hazards and
improve
productivity in
operations
We offer
logistics and
third-party
operations
support
We verify the
safety and
compliance of
finished
products
Leo makes the
most of the kids’
club water
sports, safe
from the sun
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19. CONSTRUCTION
ENSURING SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE WHERE WE LIVE
ASSESS
PREPARE
SOURCE
BUILD
MONITOR
RELAX
We conduct
studies in
construction
feasibility and
risk
management
and assist with
project planning
We support our
customers in
implementing
design reviews,
scheduling,
project
managing and
site safety
We test
materials for
quality and
provide support
for global
sourcing of
equipment and
parts
We support our
customers to
ensure projects
are on time, on
budget and
meet quality and
safety
requirements
We verify health
and safety,
guide
maintenance
decisions and
minimise
environmental
impacts
Jo and Sarah
soak up the
view of the city
from the 60th
floor
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20. CONSUMER GOODS & RETAIL
GENERATING TRUST THROUGHOUT THE SUPPLY CHAIN
SOURCE
PRODUCE
PACKAGE
DELIVER
RETAIL
ENJOY
We assess the
safety, quality
and
sustainability of
raw materials
and components
used for
production
Our laboratories
conduct material
and functionality
testing to verify
and certify that
products
perform as
claimed
We ensure
packaging
protects
products and is
safe and
environmentally
friendly
We monitor
supply chains
for goods such
as food,
electronics,
textiles, toys,
footwear and
houseware
We undertake
retail store
audits to ensure
our customers’
brands are
represented
correctly
Daisy is happy
playing with her
robust and safe
new toy that can
withstand
anything
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21. ENERGY
POWERING PROCESSES FROM RENEWABLES TO CONVENTIONAL ENERGY
REDUCE
PRODUCE
STORE
MONITOR
DISTRIBUTE
ENERGISE
We reduce risk
in all operations
through to
decommissioning
in the energy
supply sector
We consult on
sustainability
and basic trade
solutions for
conventional
and innovative
energy
industries
We help our
customers meet
regulations,
consider safety
and limit
environmental
impact
Our independent
inspections and
audits cover
petroleum, gas,
electrical power,
coal and
renewable
energy
Our expertise
optimises
productivity and
trade efficiency
Oli powers
through an
evening run
under the bright
lights of the city
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22. FINANCE
DELIVERING EXPERT KNOWLEDGE FOR THE FULL FINANCIAL PICTURE
ASSESS
OPTIMISE
DECIDE
MONITOR
TRADE
INFORM
We act as a
technical
adviser to
reduce risk on
our customers
lending and
investment
decisions
We draw on our
broad
knowledge of
international
standards and
legislation when
reviewing
projects
We assist
lenders and
investors in the
decision
process, from
concept review
through to
completion
We provide
comprehensive
technical,
environmental
and social risks
monitoring to
reduce risks
Our guarantee,
collateral and
trade
documentation
services provide
assurance
Nicolas takes a
break from the
golf to check on
the performance
of his
investments
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23. INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING
MAKING BUSINESSES MORE PRODUCTIVE AND PROFITABLE
SOURCE
BUILD
ASSESS
DELIVER
EVALUATE
EXPERIENCE
We support our
customers with
evaluations of
suppliers,
components
and their global
supply process
We improve
productivity and
performance
standards while
streamlining
operational
processes
We provide
finished product
assessments
and verify
against quality,
health and
safety
requirements
We help our
customers
follow best
practices, meet
budget plans
and reduce
environmental
impact
Our independent
testing and
conformity
services are
widely trusted
across
manufacturers in
all industries
Daniel is sure
his glider is
tough enough
for any journey
he sets off on
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24. LIFE SCIENCES
PROTECTING SAFETY AND COSTS IN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
DISCOVER
DEVELOP
ANALISE
VALIDATE
MARKET
THRIVE
We provide
services for life
sciences
including
pharmaceuticals,
biopharmaceutic
als and medical
devices
We have the
largest global
network of
contract
analytical
laboratories
and conduct
clinical trials
We perform
research, quality
control testing
and clinical
studies, allowing
our customers
to focus on
business
We ensure
national and
international
regulations and
industry best
practices are
followed
Our expertise in
development,
testing and
production
ensures safe life
saving
treatments reach
consumers
Emilio is happy
to celebrate his
granddaughter’s
birthday with the
rest of the family
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25. LOGISTICS
STREAMLINING OPERATIONS AND IMPROVING EFFICIENCIES
TRANSPORT
STORE
EXPORT
SHIP
DELIVER
EXCITE
Our expertise in
operations
means we can
advise on risk
management
suitability,
efficiency and
traceability
We assist with
export controls,
international
customs data
exchange and
secured storage
support
We support
freight forwarding
by sea, rail and
road with
innovative
solutions and
audit, certification
and training
Our services
ensure
effectiveness
and safety
within the
marine supply
chain
We provide
terminal
management,
primary
processing and
secured storage
support
Sophie in
Copenhagen
orders the latest
gadget from
Tokyo on
Monday. It
arrives at her
door on Friday
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26. MINING
IMPROVING SPEED TO MARKET, OPTIMISING RECOVERIES
EXPLORE
DEVELOP
OPERATE
TRADE
RECLAIM
ARRIVE
Our testing
ensures project
value is
determined in
line with
industry
standards
We provide
proven technical
solutions to
advance projects
through the
development
stages
Our reliable inplant and
production
services deliver
optimal recovery
and product
quality
Our analysis,
inspection and
sampling
supports the
international
trade of
commodities
We have the
capabilities and
expertise to
ensure site
closures have
minimal impact
Hans is
impressed by
the high-speed
connection to
his destination
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27. OIL AND GAS
ENRICHING QUALITY AND VALUE IN EXPLORATION, EXTRACTION AND DISTRIBUTION
LOCATE
ANALYSE
EXTRACT
PROCESS
DELIVER
MOVE
We provide
unique solutions
for the
exploration of
oil, gas and
unconventional
resources
We deliver
applied
mineralogy,
metering,
measurement
and hydrocarbon
allocation
We are trusted
by our partners
to deliver quality
and safety
We support our
customers
activities and
optimise
processes and
global trade
Our independent
expertise spans
the entire value
chain
Jimmy enjoys
getting away,
knowing he is
making minimal
environmental
impact
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28. PUBLIC SECTOR
FACILITATING INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
GOVERN
DEVELOP
REGULATE
SAFEGUARD
PROTECT
REASSURE
Our government
solutions enable
revenues to be
increased, as
well as improve
accessibility and
effectiveness
Our border
control services
reduce risk
worldwide by
operating
scanners,
monitoring
transit and risk
profiling
We assist
governments in
managing
concessions for
forestry,
telecoms and
procurement
We improve
public
infrastructure
and the efficiency
of transportation
systems through
services for road
safety
We help
authorities
ensure suppliers
comply with
quality, health,
safety and
environment
regulations
Tori enjoys
chatting with
friends knowing
that her laptop
safely entered
the country
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29. DELIVERING A COMPETITIVE EDGE
ENHANCING
QUALITY,
REDUCING RISK
ENABLING
SPEED TO
MARKET
IMPROVING
SAFETY,
EFFICIENCY,
PRODUCTIVITY
AND
SUSTAINABILITY
GENERATING
TRUST
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30. WHAT MAKES SGS DIFFERENT?
TRUSTED FOR
IMPARTIALITY:
INSPECTION,
TESTING,
VERIFICATION,
CERTIFICATION
SOLUTIONS
WORKING
ACROSS
INDUSTRIES
COVERING
SUPPLY CHAINS
THINKING
GLOBALLY,
ACTING
LOCALLY
USING THE
RIGHT
TECHNOLOGY
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