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SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services across many industries to help organizations verify quality, ensure compliance with regulations, and improve performance. Its offerings include laboratory testing, on-site or facility inspections, product and management system certifications, and also training and consulting. The company operates through a global network of laboratories and offices in more than 140 countries, delivering localized solutions backed by worldwide expertise. SGS differentiates itself through its status as a global benchmark for quality and integrity, its broad industry coverage, and its ability to combine extensive testing and certification services with sustainability and ethical practices. Its goal is to help clients mitigate risk, improve quality, ensure regulatory compliance, streamline operations, and gain market access across markets.
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10,001+
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IPO
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Geneva, Switzerland
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1878
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SGS half-year results SGS grows despite strong franc and exceeds expectations. The testing and certification group increases revenue organically by 5.6 percent and sticks to its annual targets. CEO Géraldine Picaud relies on acquisitions and aims to drive the margin above 16 percent. Published: 24.07.2026, 07:09 The testing and certification group SGS continued to grow in the first half of 2026 and increased profitability. The group is sticking to the targets set for the full year. The same applies to the targets of the strategic program running until 2027. SGS's revenue rose by 7.6 percent to 3.68 billion francs, the group announced on Friday. Currency effects again slowed growth, while further acquisitions compensated for this. Organically, i.e., adjusted for currency and acquisition effects, revenue increased by 5.6 percent. SGS achieves operating profit of 555 million francs. An increase was also achieved in earnings: Adjusted operating profit advanced by 9.0 percent to 555 million francs. And the corresponding margin rose by 0.2 percentage points to 15.1 percent. Net profit attributable to shareholders was 309 million francs, 1.6 percent lower than the previous year. With the first-half figures, SGS slightly exceeded analyst expectations, primarily in terms of revenue. They had expected an average (AWP consensus) revenue of 3.63 billion francs and organic growth of 5.3 percent. The operating margin came in as expected. SGS reaffirms targets. SGS achieved further growth in the first half of the year despite the conflict in the Middle East, and even slightly accelerated this growth in the second quarter, CEO Géraldine Picaud is quoted as saying. In the second quarter, organic growth was 5.9 percent, compared to 5.3 percent in the first quarter. The group considers itself on track to achieve the targets set for 2026. SGS is aiming for organic growth in the range of 5 to 7 percent and at the same time wants to bring the adjusted operating margin above the 16 percent mark. SGS sticks to "Strategy 27". SGS is also sticking to the targets set under "Strategy 27". Accordingly, revenue is to be increased organically by 5 to 7 percent annually by 2027. And the operating margin is to improve to 16.2 percent. According to Picaud, the growth was also supported by the 14 supplementary acquisitions made in 2026 to date. The last major acquisition was that of the US testing and inspection services company ATS last year. At ATS, initial synergies for the group have now been realized, it said. The group plans to present new medium-term targets in November at an investor day. Economy today Receive the most important news from the economy as well as the best background information and analyses. Further newsletters
SGS has acquired a majority stake in Hungarian cybersecurity firm Alverad through its local subsidiary, SGS Hungária. Alverad will operate independently, retaining its brand, team, and client relationships whilst becoming SGS's first integrated IT and operational technology cybersecurity competence centre in Europe and third globally. The acquisition strengthens SGS's Digital Trust strategy, expanding its cybersecurity capabilities in critical infrastructure protection. Alverad, operating for nearly 20 years in Hungary's cybersecurity market, has conducted OT cybersecurity work in approximately 90% of domestic power plants. The company will support SGS's international projects whilst maintaining its existing operations. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. The deal reflects growing demand for integrated IT and OT security services, particularly as NIS2 regulations are implemented across Europe.
Li Auto earns world-first SGS Premium Performance Mark for automotive cellular communication. SGS presents the world's first SGS Premium Performance Mark for an automotive cellular communication product to Li Auto, recognizing the L9 Livis 5G intelligent cockpit platform. Li Auto achieves a world-first SGS certification, validating real-world 5G cockpit connectivity performance across complex driving conditions. BAAR, SWITZERLAND, July 14, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, is delighted to announce the first award of the SGS Premium Performance Mark for an automotive cellular communication product. Li Auto's L9 Livis 5G high-performance intelligent cockpit platform was evaluated using SGS's proprietary testing protocol for automotive 5G cockpit communication (PT-26-000-105640). The assessment evaluates product performance across multiple technical dimensions using a structured and rigorous methodology. The SGS Premium Performance Mark focuses on real-world connectivity performance rather than isolated technical parameters, reflecting a more comprehensive approach to evaluating in-vehicle communication capabilities. Connectivity was translated into performance using measurable indicators, providing a structured and consistent approach to assessing real-world user experience, and SGS's independent and rigorous testing demonstrated that the platform exceeded standard thresholds across all four dimensions: - Connection stability - Bandwidth capacity - Weak-signal recovery capability - Performance under network congestion for key services Stable connections, efficient data transmission and a responsive user experience distinguished Li Auto's platform, credibly demonstrating validated high performance under real-world conditions. About SGS Premium Performance Mark The Premium Performance Mark recognizes real-world user experience validation, reflecting a shift from purely technical specifications such as peak speed. Based on defined testing protocols and quantifiable criteria, it provides a structured approach to performance evaluation and enables manufacturers to communicate validated product performance in a clear and consistent way. Learn more about SGS Performance Marks. SGS DIGITAL TRUST SGS DIGITAL TRUST is a global framework that strengthens and consolidates SGS' services into a structured and consistent approach to help organizations navigate today's complex digital trust landscape with confidence. Built on proven expertise, SGS DIGITAL TRUST: Across technologies, services and organizations enables customers to build, demonstrate and sustain trust across the digital ecosystem. Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Industry news may 2026. Industry news may. May 12, 2026 Audit, certification, and standard news: new standard versions and requirements, software news, events, resources, and more. Stay up to date: subscribe to its newsletter to receive industry news straight to your email inbox. Do you have a news item you want Intact GmbH to share with the #intactcommunity? Intact GmbH'd love to hear from you! Email Intact GmbH at [email protected]. USDA reorganizes Food Safety and Inspection Service and establishes new National Food Safety Center. The USDA has announced a structural reorganization of the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), including the creation of a new National Food Safety Center in Urbandale, Iowa. The center will consolidate key headquarters functions, while frontline inspection operations across more than 6,800 regulated establishments remain unchanged. ISO 14001:2026 published, marking first full revision in over a decade. ISO has released ISO 14001:2026, replacing the 2015 edition with refined language, stronger alignment with climate and biodiversity priorities, and better integration with other ISO management system standards. Certified organizations have until April 2029 to transition. SGS expands portfolio with three acquisitions. SGS has acquired Trident (US-based industrial inspection and engineering), Alverad (UK cybersecurity and operational technology), and OSGAPI (French flood vulnerability diagnostics), further extending its capabilities across industrial inspection and digital trust. ISO 9001 revision advances to final draft international standard stage. The revision of ISO 9001 has reached the FDIS stage, with publication of ISO 9001:2026 expected in September 2026. The update introduces targeted changes around quality culture, ethical behavior, and climate change considerations, with a three-year transition period expected after publication. GOTS certified facilities grow 15% globally as Version 8.0 takes effect. Global Standard's 2025 Annual Report shows nearly 18,000 facilities worldwide are now certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard, a 15% increase from 2024. The report coincides with the March 2026 release of GOTS Version 8.0, which introduces mandatory due diligence, strengthened environmental requirements, and new circularity provisions, with full compliance required by March 2027. Intact GmbH regularly inform you about its software solutions, customer best practices, important events, and more. You can unsubscribe at any time.
SGS Philippines hosts PSQ Ugnayan on FSSC 24000. Insights. * SGS Philippines hosted PSQ's inaugural Ugnayan session in Makati, highlighting FSSC 24000 as a framework for Social Management Systems. * Through expert sessions and workshops, participants explored SMS implementation, ESG integration, compliance readiness, and tools like living wage analysis to strengthen social sustainability across value chains. SGS Philippines recently hosted the Philippine Society for Quality's (PSQ) inaugural Ugnayan Benchmarking session at the SGS Academy in Makati. City. Themed "Social Sustainability Towards Developing Responsible Business," the event brought together nominated PSQ members and industry practitioners to explore the transformative potential of FSSC 24000 - the internationally recognized framework for Social Management Systems (SMS) - as a strategic tool for embedding social responsibility into organizational operations. FSSC 24000: Building social management systems The primary focus of the session was an in-depth review of FSSC 24000, presented by Ante Batinic, Technical Manager for Social Sustainability at the Foundation FSSC. Mr. Batinic explained the basics of Social Management Systems (SMS), guiding participants through how organizations can systematically identify, manage, and continuously improve their social performance throughout the value chain. SGS experts facilitated interactive workshops on SMS Readiness Compliance and Living Wage Analysis to provide participants with practical tools for implementation. Insights on social factors within Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks were discussed in relation to FSSC 24000 certification. Note: the headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (MS) Disclaimer - All News/Articles items are subject to copyright and no article either in full or part may be reproduced in any form without permission from Fibre2Fashion Pvt. Ltd.