Kiwa launches Medical Operations in India to support medical device manufacturers with transparent and efficient certification services
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.
Global expertise meets local commitment
Kiwa India Medical operates through KGI Certification Pvt. Ltd., a Kiwa Group company, combining local knowledge with Kiwa’s internationally recognized medical device certification network. Indian manufacturers now benefit from access to global regulatory, technical, and conformity assessment expertise, ensuring their products meet international standards.
Supporting India’s growing MedTech sector
India’s medical device industry is expanding rapidly, creating a need for trustworthy certification partners. Kiwa India Medical addresses this demand by offering services that are not only technically competent but also responsive, transparent, and predictable. The company’s objective is to be a trusted partner, guiding manufacturers through an efficient and clear certification journey.
Experienced leadership for customer success
The leadership team at Kiwa India Medical brings decades of experience in certification, auditing, regulatory assurance, and business development:
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Joher Jerwalla, Head of Medical Device Business, has over forty years of professional experience, including more than thirty years in certification and conformity assessment.
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Vishal Bhat, Head of Business Development, offers thirty years of expertise in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification industry.
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Dr. Sunil Kale, Head of Operations, is a medical doctor with a Master’s degree in Medical Science and Technology from IIT Kharagpur and sixteen years of experience in clinical practice and medical device development.
Commitment to transparency and efficiency
Kiwa India Medical understands the challenges faced by manufacturers, such as extended certification timelines, evolving regulatory expectations, and limited visibility into assessment progress. The company is committed to clear communication, predictable processes, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, integrity, and patient safety.
The launch of Kiwa Medical in India represents an important step in our global growth strategy and reinforces our commitment to one of the world's most dynamic and rapidly evolving healthcare markets. India plays a key role in the future of medical device innovation and manufacturing, and we are proud to extend our global expertise to support customers locally. Through this investment, we are strengthening our ability to help organizations achieve quality, compliance, and market access objectives, while demonstrating our long-term commitment to the success of our customers and partners in India.
“The medical device industry needs certification partners that combine technical competence with transparency, responsiveness, and customer focus. At Kiwa India Medical, our commitment is to provide clear communication, predictable processes, and an efficient certification journey while maintaining the highest standards of quality, integrity, and patient safety.” said Joher Jerwalla, Head of Medical Device Business.
Building long-term partnerships
By combining experienced local leadership with Kiwa’s global expertise, Kiwa India Medical aims to build lasting partnerships with manufacturers, helping them navigate regulatory requirements confidently and efficiently. The company delivers independent certification and conformity assessment services for medical devices and quality management systems, helping manufacturers demonstrate compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and gain access to global markets.
About Kiwa India Medical
Kiwa India Medical is the dedicated medical device certification and regulatory assurance business of Kiwa in India. Backed by Kiwa’s global network, technical expertise, and notified body capabilities, it provides certification, auditing, and regulatory assurance services that help manufacturers achieve compliance and access global markets with confidence.