Latest news from Kiwa

Circularity is moving from ambition to implementation. The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was introduced on February 11th, 2025, with key binding provisions applicable EU-wide starting August 12th, 2026. Progressive requirement and phased targers will continue rolling out through until 2040 For organizations involved in plastic packaging, this marks an important milestone in the transition towards a more circular packaging economy.

Kiwa announces the launch of Kiwa India Medical, a new business dedicated to medical device certification and regulatory assurance in India. This initiative aims to provide manufacturers with reliable, transparent, and efficient certification services, supporting their access to global markets.

As the only independent certifier in the world, Kiwa offers companies in the plastic recycling sector the opportunity to certify their business processes and products according to both the European RecyClass and the US APR schemes. This enables organizations operating in multiple markets to use one international certification partner to demonstrate the quality and traceability of recycled plastics.

Environmental and Laboratory Solutions (ELS) has joined Kiwa, expanding Kiwa Australia’s capability to deliver built environment and occupational hygiene testing, analysis and consulting services. 

During the Korea – German Water Industry Cooperation Seminar at the Novotel München Messe, held alongside the International Trade Fair for Wastewater Technology (IFAT), Kiwa and the Korea Institute for Water Technology Certification (KWTC) formalized their long-standing collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The international partnership between Granlund and Kiwa creates a new operating model in which statutory asset inspections, related maintenance tasks and documentation form a seamless, automated process in the real estate management software Granlund Manager. Automatic data transfer eliminates manual steps, ensures data integrity and improves asset safety in real estate.

Kiwa Fire Safety & Security (Kiwa FSS) has opened a new, state-of-the-art sprinkler test laboratory in Zaltbommel, the Netherlands. With this expansion, Kiwa strengthens its position as a leading partner in sprinkler testing and certification across Europe.

Kiwa confirms its participation at MCE – Mostra Convegno Expocomfort 2026, a major event for the HVAC+R, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency and Water sectors. Come to visit us from March 24 to 27, 2026 in Milan, Hall 1 - Stand P18.

Kiwa announces that leading Belgian TIC (Testing, Inspection & Certification) company Electro-Test and Danish specialized engineering firm 360 Brandrådgivning are joining the Kiwa Group. This marks an important step in Kiwa’s growth strategy, strengthening its presence and expertise in both the Belgian and Danish markets.

Kiwa announces the official rebrand of U.S. food safety company ASI to Kiwa ASI, marking a major milestone in its North American growth.