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This week, we welcomed investors and analysts to Rotterdam and Antwerp for our Capital Markets Event 2024. It was a unique opportunity to explore how we’re evolving to strengthen our industry leadership and delivering Strategy 27: Accelerating growth, building trust. #CapitalMarketsEvent2024 #WhenYouNeedToBeSure #AcceleratingGrowthBuildingTrust

We’re proud to unveil three essential services to support CSRD compliance and advance ESG reporting and disclosures. These services — CSRD Pre-Assurance, ESG Disclosures & Sustainability Report Assurance, and ESG KPI Verification & Assurance — form a comprehensive suite that empowers organizations to meet evolving standards with confidence and precision. https://bit.ly/4fEzSVU #WhenYouNeedToBeSure #CSRD #ESG #sustainability #IMPACTNOW

Last week at COP29 Azerbaijan in Baku, our panel discussion on the decarbonization agenda for businesses sparked insightful conversations among industry leaders. We deep dived into challenges, opportunities and best practices for a sustainable future. Thank you to our esteemed panelists, Anna Klimchukova - Climate Change Business Manager EEME at SGS, Dr. Faye Gerard - Energy Transition Director at IOGP, Murad Sadikhov - Country Manager Azerbaijan at Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company), Teymur Guliyev - Deputy Vice President Energy Transition, Environment, and Decarbonization at State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR), and Sophie Punte - Founder & Board Member at Smart Freight Centre, for sharing their expertise in energy transition and climate change mitigation. We’re also grateful to all those who attended the session and demonstrated their keen interest in the discussed topics. We believe that events like COP29 are essential in driving progress towards a more environmentally friendly world. By taking practical steps and implementing strategic measures NOW, we can make a real difference in the fight against climate change. Join us in our mission to build a more sustainable world for generations to come with our IMPACT NOW for sustainability initiatives https://bit.ly/4eF98U1 #COP29 #WhenYouNeedToBeSure #CarbonEmission #SGSMiddleEast #SGSAzerbaijan #Decarbonization

In the latest edition of Consumer Compact, we have two featured Hardlines articles: ?? SGS expert Michael Richardson explores the environmental challenges posed by plastics and sees how innovative recycling solutions and global regulatory responses can mitigate its impact. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ZcbWDQ ?? Chih-Hao Lien looks at the new EN 17860 series of standards and explains how they will help manufacturers deliver safe and compliant e-cargo bikes to growing global markets. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4hUs4Rr Subscribe to Consumer Compact, and never miss the stories that will affect your business: https://bit.ly/40RI6Wd #ConsumerCompact #ConsumerGoods #ConsumerInsights #MarketTrends #plastics #recycling #ECargoBikes #bicycles #sustainability

Revolutionize your supply chain with SGS SMART. Modern supply chains are complex. From ensuring compliance to streamlining logistics, the challenges are endless. Read how companies like Office Depot Merchandising are already leveraging SGS SMART – our innovative cloud-based management customer platform – to drive efficiency, improve data accuracy and unlock supply chain performance. https://bit.ly/3CE0mZg #supplychain #sgssmart #compliance #digitaltransformation #textiles #hardlines #consumergoods #retail

Today at COP29, the theme focuses on nature, biodiversity, indigenous peoples, gender equality, and ocean/coastal zones. We’re reminded that women-led climate action and nature-based solutions are essential for effective climate efforts. At SGS, gender equality is a key part of our Strategy 27 and Corporate Sustainability commitment, supported by our Women in Leadership (WiL) initiative. We are working toward at least one-third representation of women in leadership by 2027. As signatories of the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), we aim to build an inclusive workplace that champions women and gender equality. Join us in supporting gender equality as a powerful force for climate action! #COP29 #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #ClimateAction #sustainability #SGS

As COP29 draws closer to the end, we explore the key topic – nature/preserving the planet. Read our article about the subject and its importance: https://bit.ly/4fRhUzh #WeAreSGS #COP29 #sustainability #ESG #nature #preservation

We recently celebrated a remarkable milestone for SGS in Finland: our 100th anniversary! The event featured a lineup of esteemed speakers who explored the theme: “Ethical Business and Building Trust in a Digitally Transforming Society.” This theme underscores our unwavering commitment to reliability and impartiality, both now and in the future. A heartfelt thank you to our valued customers and stakeholders—your continued support drives our dedication to excellence as we embark on the next century of our journey. #ProudToBeSGS #SGSFinland #100Years

Today we’re holding our Capital Markets Event in Antwerp, Belgium. CEO Géraldine Picaud, CFO Marta Vlatchkova and the executive team will highlight the rapid momentum in delivering Strategy 27: Accelerating Growth, Building Trust. https://bit.ly/3UZIE90 #AcceleratingGrowthBuildingTrust #WhenYouNeedToBeSure #CapitalMarketsEvent2024

Celebrating 75 Years of SGS in the Philippines! Last month, we hosted SGS Pasasalamat 2024, a special event to celebrate this milestone and honor the connections that have fueled our success. With gratitude and inspired by Filipino culture, we said “Maraming salamat po!” to our valued clients who have been part of our journey. A heartfelt thanks to Banda Kawayan Pilipinas for their beautiful performance on handcrafted bamboo and indigenous instruments, adding a uniquely Filipino touch to the event. We were proud to recognize our incredible clients, whose trust and support have helped shape SGS. Each award symbolized not just years of business but true partnership and a shared vision for a sustainable future. #SGSPhilippines75 #75YearsStrong #SGSPasasalamat2024