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Gigante Salmon achieves GLOBALG.A.P. Certification

Gigante Salmon has successfully completed the GLOBALG.A.P. certification process, marking an important milestone in its commitment to sustainable and high-quality aquaculture. We spoke with Kristine Ødegård - Quality Manager at Gigante Salmon about their recently completed certification process within GLOBALG.A.P. and their experiences along the way with becoming certified within aquaculture

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Two Kiwa audotors in safety gear stand on a metal platform during an audit overlooking an illuminated aquaculture tank at night, engaged in conversation

Kiwa expands calibration services with 40 GHz accreditation

Kiwa expands its calibration services with 40 GHz accreditation, ensuring precision in high-frequency technology for industries like telecommunications and aerospace. With ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation (RvA K063), our calibration lab in Woerden, Netherlands, meets the highest international standards. Whether it's 5G networks or radar systems, our accredited services help businesses optimize performance, ensure compliance, and minimize downtime. Discover how Kiwa’s expertise in 40 GHz calibration can keep your high-frequency systems operating at peak efficiency.

Clean tap water and glacier preservation are directly linked

Clean tap water and glacier preservation are more connected than you think! This World Water Day, discover how Kiwa is safeguarding water quality and sustainability—from source to tap and beyond. Read more about our role in securing safe drinking water for all.

Expanding your organic business to the USA? Here’s what you need to know

At Kiwa BCS, we have been supporting businesses in obtaining NOP certification since 2002. Whether you’re a farmer, processor, or trader, we help you navigate the certification process, ensuring your products meet the strict U.S. organic requirements.

The Secret Ingredient to a Safer, More Transparent Bakery: Third-Party Audits

As food safety standards evolve, ensuring compliance and building consumer trust is more important than ever. ASI, a Kiwa company, supports bakeries with expert audits, helping them strengthen food safety programs and maintain the highest quality standards.

Ensuring food safety through sustainability certifications

At the moment, there is great demand for LEAF Marque, SPRING (GLOBALG.A.P. Module), ZERYA Waste-free Production and Wine Sustainability certifications. Each of these certifications requires the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices as a way of guaranteeing safe, high-quality food

The road to a new detergent for the Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT)

The Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT) ensures the durability of polyethylene (PE) pipes, but European regulations limiting Arkopal N100 pose a challenge. Kiwa Technology is leading efforts to validate Dehyton PL as a viable alternative through standardization and upcoming tests. Learn more about Kiwa’s role in this important transition

IFA v6-Smart vs. IFA v6-GFS: What Producers Need to Know

At Kiwa, we have extensive experience providing GLOBALG.A.P. IFA – Integrated Farm Assurance certification. Amongst others, we offer certification for IFA v6-Smart and IFA v6-GFS standards. Let’s take a closer look at the two versions: IFA v6-Smart and IFA v6-GFS.  

Should I expect non-conformances at my stage one audit?

An essential step in seeking ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 27001 certification is to undertake your Stage One audit. This can be daunting if your business has minimal experience with ISO certification.

Animal Welfair®: Differentiate your brand in the Global Market

In an increasingly competitive and conscious market, differentiation is not only a luxury, it is a necessity. Animal Welfair® certification is the perfect tool for agri-food companies seeking to stand out, improve their practices and gain the trust of demanding consumers. Lekkerland, a renowned Costa Rican premium cheese brand, became a pioneer in Latin America by obtaining the Animal Welfair® certification.

Project Control Celebrates Milestone at UT Dallas

Project Control, a division of Raba Kistner, Inc. (part of the Kiwa group), celebrates the opening of the Edith and Peter O'Donnell Jr. Athenaeum’s first phase at UT Dallas, featuring world-class art museums. The milestone event also marked the groundbreaking of a cutting-edge performance hall. Discover how this cultural hub is transforming campus life and enriching the arts in North Texas.

Quality is more than a certificate; it’s a way of life.

On World Quality Day 2024, Kiwa celebrates the theme ‘Quality: from compliance to performance.’ Quality Manager Eugène den Elzen highlights the importance of embedding quality into company culture, achieving trust and safety, and partnering with experts to enhance performance. Discover how Kiwa supports excellence in quality management and continuous improvement

Post-Market Surveillance: Key Considerations for Medical Device Compliance

Post-market surveillance (PMS) has undergone significant transformation under the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) in Europe. It marks a new era in the monitoring and reporting of medical device safety and performance. This set of requirements emphasizes the proactive collection and analysis of medical device-related data after a product is placed on the market, allowing manufacturers to reassess the safety and effectiveness of their medical devices continuously.

Kiwa’s Update PV Module Guidance in “Raising the Bar”

Unlock insights into PV module quality with Kiwa’s latest white paper, Raising the Bar. Crafted by experts from Kiwa PVEL and Kiwa PI Berlin, this resource equips solar industry professionals—developers, investors, manufacturers—with strategies for ensuring reliability and performance in advanced PV technologies like TOPCon and HJT.

The importance of understanding pests in a food manufacturing setting: protect your facility with Pest Awareness Training

If you're a food industry professional concerned about compliance, consumer safety, and maintaining your company's reputation, investing in a Pest Awareness Training Course is more than a smart choice—it's a necessity.

Celebrating the Importance of International Standards

Join us in celebrating World Standards Day on October 14! Explore how international standards shape a safer, more sustainable world and see how Kiwa is contributing to global progress through our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Discover more about our role in building a better future.

3 Ways to Take Part in Food Safety Education Month

This National Food Safety Education Month, explore three simple ways to make a difference. Learn, donate, and raise awareness to help prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure a safer food supply for everyone.