SHEIN expands collaboration with EU project SPEAC in the area of compliance training. 21 Sep, 2026, 18:23 GMT Share article. * The upcoming compliance training will be jointly conducted by SPEAC and SHEIN and will focus on the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) * Additional trainings planned for the rest of 2026 will cover eight additional key areas under the annual cooperation plan for training. DUBLIN, September 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Over the years, SHEIN has built a fruitful collaboration with the SPEAC project, an EU-funded initiative, to continue the series of jointly conducted compliance trainings for sellers on the SHEIN marketplace on key regulatory requirements of the European Union (EU). In 2026, SPEAC and SHEIN plan to organize nine training events on key topics such as the digital product passport (DPP) as well as prohibited substances in textiles, apparel, jewelry and chemical products. The first online training, taking place on September 21, is the third compliance training jointly conducted by SPEAC and SHEIN and focuses on the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The two previous trainings took place in 2025 and covered the EU General Product Safety Regulation for consumer goods as well as compliance rules and industry standards for selling electronic products in the EU. The training on PPWR compliance will be led by Dr. Liu Kaiming, a leading expert from SPEAC, and will cover the regulatory background, key obligations, ways to comply with the regulations, and practical implementation guidance on the PPWR, which entered into force on August 12, 2026. The training is intended to help sellers operating on the SHEIN marketplace in the EU better understand the regulation and packaging waste requirements, including recyclability, traceability, labeling and the reduction of packaging waste. Through this initiative, SHEIN marketplace sellers can better understand the specific European requirements for product safety and consumer protection and translate regulatory obligations into practical compliance measures. These seller-focused initiatives complement SHEIN's own compliance obligations and investments as an EU online marketplace under applicable regulations, including the General Product Safety Regulation and the Digital Services Act. "SHEIN's collaboration with SPEAC underscores the company's commitment to promoting compliance awareness among its marketplace sellers," said Julien Faivre, Senior Product Compliance Director at SHEIN EMEA. "The training series complements SHEIN's ongoing efforts to provide marketplace sellers with access to information and training on the regulatory requirements applicable in the markets in which they operate." In May 2026, SHEIN launched a product safety and quality compliance training program for marketplace sellers, organized and conducted in cooperation with leading independent testing, inspection and certification organizations (TIC), including Bureau Veritas, Cotecna, Eurofins, Intertek, SGS, Technická inšpekcia and TÜV SÜD. The series covers current regulatory developments, product safety requirements, testing standards and industry best practices to help sellers navigate the constantly evolving compliance regulations in global markets. Recordings of sessions already held are available for later viewing in SHEIN's "Seller Education Hub" - an online portal that provides marketplace sellers with centralized access to compliance guides, reference materials and training courses designed to support their selling activities on SHEIN. The hub includes market- and category-specific guides on product safety requirements, prohibited and restricted products, quality standards, intellectual property protection, order fulfillment and compliance with operational regulations during onboarding, product listing and daily business operations. This is complemented by thousands of online compliance courses offered in various multimedia formats such as presentations, short videos, livestreams and interactive learning modules, paired with course assessments designed to reinforce practical knowledge and operational readiness. SHEIN will continue to work with external organizations and technical experts to strengthen seller training and help sellers build compliance capabilities while serving customers in international markets. Information about SHEIN SHEIN is a global online retailer of fashion and lifestyle, offering customers worldwide SHEIN-brand clothing as well as products from a global network of suppliers at affordable prices. SHEIN remains committed to making fashion accessible to all and promotes our industry-leading on-demand production methodology for a smarter, future-ready industry. To learn more about SHEIN, visit www.sheingroup.com Information about SPEAC SPEAC is an EU-funded project that aims to protect European consumers by raising awareness of EU regulations on the safety of non-food consumer goods and consumer protection. The project helps Chinese manufacturers, retailers, importers, exporters, traders and online sellers better understand European product safety and consumer protection requirements to ensure that products exported to the EU meet applicable safety and conformity requirements. For more information about the SPEAC project, see: https://speac-project.eu/zh-hans

Intertek Metoc wins tidal atlas contract for Milford Haven Waterway. * 21 September 2026 * Edited By: Haley McQueen Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has been awarded a project by the Port of Milford Haven to update the tidal atlas for the Milford Haven Waterway, one of the UK's most important deep-water ports and energy hubs. As the UK's largest energy port and one of the busiest waterways, Milford Haven plays a critical role in facilitating commercial shipping, energy imports, marine services, and regional economic activity. Maintaining an accurate understanding of tidal conditions is essential for the safe and efficient movement of vessels operating within the Waterway. Intertek Metoc will combine existing and newly acquired field measurements with advanced hydrodynamic modeling to deliver an enhanced understanding of tidal currents and water movement throughout the Haven. In addition to supporting navigational planning and operational decision-making, the outputs will be integrated into ship simulator systems, providing highly realistic environmental conditions for pilot training, vessel maneuvering studies, and future operational assessments. The project demonstrates the growing role of advanced marine data and digital technologies in supporting modern port operations, and it reflects the Port's continued commitment to maintaining the highest standards of navigational safety and operational excellence. David Stubbins, Assistant Harbourmaster at the Port of Milford Haven, said: "We are pleased to appoint Intertek Metoc to update our tidal atlases. Their expertise will help us develop a valuable tool that enhances our understanding of tidal conditions and supports future planning, navigation and operational decision-making." Dr. Paul Evans, Intertek Metoc Principal Consultant and Project Manager for the project, commented: "We are delighted to have been selected by the Port of Milford Haven to deliver this important project. By combining high-quality field measurements with state-of-the-art hydrodynamic modeling, we will deliver an updated tidal atlas that provides a robust and accurate representation of tidal conditions throughout the Milford Haven Waterway. The integration of model outputs into ship simulator systems will further enhance the value of the project, supporting realistic marine training, operational decision-making, and the safe and efficient navigation for vessels within the Haven." Intertek Metoc is a recognized leader in hydrodynamic modeling, with a long track record of delivering a wide variety of marine studies for ports, harbors, offshore renewables, subsea power cables, water industry, and oil & gas. Among its other specialist services are field survey management, geophysical and geotechnical assessments, metocean assessments, geographical information systems (GIS), as well as cabling engineering and environmental impact assessments. Don't miss the headlines. ON&T's Top 10, every week. More in Energy

Intertek strengthens India's electronics testing ecosystem with new Bengaluru lab. As India's electronics manufacturing expands into connected devices, EVs, IoT and smart technologies, Intertek is strengthening local testing capabilities to help manufacturers improve product quality, accelerate compliance and prepare for global markets. India's electronics manufacturing ecosystem is moving towards increasingly sophisticated products, with wireless connectivity, sensors, software and high-power electronics becoming integral to modern devices. This growing complexity is also raising the importance of advanced testing and certification infrastructure that can keep pace with product innovation. Against this backdrop, Intertek India Private Limited has launched a new EMC and Wireless Testing Laboratory in Bengaluru. The facility is aimed at strengthening India's domestic testing ecosystem while helping manufacturers address challenges related to testing accessibility, turnaround time and dependence on overseas laboratories. For Nagendra Bangaragiri, Director - ETL India & MENAP, Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., the facility is closely aligned with India's growing electronics manufacturing ambitions. He says the increasing number of products being designed and manufactured locally is creating a greater need for advanced EMC and wireless testing capabilities within the country. "The primary objective behind launching the Bengaluru facility was to strengthen India's domestic testing ecosystem and support the country's growing electronics manufacturing ambitions. As more products are being designed and manufactured locally, there is increasing demand for advanced EMC and wireless testing capabilities within India itself," he says. Bangaragiri also highlights the practical challenges that manufacturers have faced when accessing specialised testing infrastructure. According to him, improving local access can help address both testing timelines and dependence on overseas laboratories. "The facility was also established to address long-standing industry challenges around testing accessibility, turnaround time and dependence on overseas laboratories for advanced compliance requirements," he adds. Bringing testing closer to product development As product development cycles become more demanding, manufacturers increasingly need to identify compliance issues before products reach the final certification stage. The Bengaluru facility supports pre-compliance, R&D and certification-related testing, enabling companies to assess products earlier in their development journey. Bangaragiri believes this approach can help manufacturers identify design problems sooner and avoid unnecessary redesign costs. "The facility enables manufacturers to validate products earlier in the development cycle through pre-compliance, R&D and certification-related testing. This helps companies identify design issues sooner, reduce redesign costs and improve overall product reliability before commercial launch," he explains. The facility offers advanced EMC and wireless testing capabilities up to 40 GHz, covering radiated emissions, immunity testing, wireless validation and high-frequency testing for a broad range of connected products. It also features a 3-metre semi-anechoic chamber with a two-ton turntable, designed for larger electronic systems. Another specialised capability is water inlet and outlet testing for products such as chillers, washing machines and other systems that require live water flow during testing. Connected technologies raise the compliance bar The proliferation of AI, IoT and connected devices is creating more complex electronic environments. Products increasingly need to operate alongside multiple wireless and electronic systems without interference or performance disruption. Bangaragiri points to this changing environment as a major factor behind the growing importance of EMC and wireless validation. "The rapid expansion of connected technologies is significantly increasing the complexity of electronic environments. Products today are expected to operate continuously alongside multiple wireless and electronic systems without interference or performance disruption," he notes. He further highlights the expanding role of IoT across industries such as healthcare, mobility, industrial automation and consumer electronics. "As IoT adoption grows across sectors such as healthcare, mobility, industrial automation and consumer electronics, EMC and wireless validation are becoming increasingly important to ensure interoperability, reliability and operational stability," he adds. The laboratory is expected to serve a wide range of industries, including electric mobility, medical devices, telecom equipment, industrial automation, robotics, consumer appliances and connected electronics. Bangaragiri expects particularly strong demand from medical electronics and EV-related technologies because of their increasing complexity and safety sensitivity. Startups increasingly seek pre-compliance testing The demand for advanced testing is also emerging from startups developing IoT products, robotics systems and connected electronics. For these companies, identifying compliance issues early can be particularly important as they move towards formal certification and commercialisation. Bangaragiri says this trend is becoming increasingly visible in Bengaluru, which has developed into a major innovation hub for electronics and connected-device startups. "Yes, there is increasing demand from startups developing IoT devices, robotics systems and connected electronics products. Many early-stage companies are now prioritising pre-compliance testing during product development to avoid failures during final certification stages," he says. Supporting India's global manufacturing ambitions Testing and certification are also becoming increasingly important as Indian manufacturers seek to take their products into international markets. Different countries and regions have their own regulatory and quality requirements, creating additional compliance considerations for exporters. Intertek supports manufacturers through globally recognised testing, inspection and certification services. Bangaragiri says the company's international presence can help Indian businesses navigate different compliance frameworks while improving their readiness for overseas markets. "With operations across multiple global markets, the company helps manufacturers navigate different compliance frameworks while enabling faster certification and improved market readiness for exports," he explains. For India's broader manufacturing ambitions, Bangaragiri sees domestic testing infrastructure as an important enabler. He believes local access to reliable testing capabilities can support faster product development while helping manufacturers address regulatory requirements more efficiently. "Testing and certification infrastructure has become an important enabler of India's manufacturing ecosystem. As India expands domestic production across electronics and connected technologies, manufacturers require reliable local testing capability to support faster product development and regulatory compliance," he says. He also points to the wider strategic benefit of developing capabilities within the country. "Strong domestic testing ecosystems also help reduce external dependency and support long-term competitiveness for Indian manufacturers," he highlights. Preparing for the next wave of connected products The evolution of wireless technologies and smart devices is expected to keep reshaping testing requirements. EV platforms, IoT systems, robotics, industrial automation and smart consumer devices are creating increasingly interconnected environments where EMC, wireless and interoperability validation will become more important. Bangaragiri believes this trend will continue to influence the testing landscape. "The continued growth of connected ecosystems, wireless communication technologies and software-driven products is expected to significantly influence future testing requirements," he says. Looking ahead, Intertek plans to continue expanding its capabilities in areas where emerging technologies are generating new testing demand. The company's broader focus includes electronics, EVs, renewable energy and connected technologies, reflecting the changing needs of India's manufacturing and compliance ecosystem. As India moves towards becoming a larger global electronics manufacturing hub, the ability to test, validate and certify products locally is becoming an increasingly important part of that journey. Intertek's Bengaluru facility is positioned to support manufacturers through this transition, helping them develop products that can meet both domestic requirements and the demands of international markets.