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At Kiwa, we offer comprehensive services tailored to Autonomous Driving (AD) testing, empowering the future of public transport. Learn how ZF transport systems and our partnership are revolutionizing public transport in Rotterdam, setting new industry standards for trust, efficiency, and sustainability.

The HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) industry — together with kitchen appliances — is an industry that is rapidly changing and developing. Like other industries, HVAC is no stranger to today’s cyber security challenges. The risks are multifaceted, from unsecured IoT (Internet of Things) devices in homes to potential threats to HVAC companies' production sites. Read more in our latest article.

The Portuguese wine sector continues to experience great growth and interest. In fact, wine tourism is thriving in the country, drawing domestic and international visitors to picturesque vineyards. As a qualified Certification Body for sustainable wines, Kiwa Portugal is pleased to announce our very first certification with the PSVA — the Sociedade Agrícola da Encosta do Guadiana, Lda wine farm.

In the dynamic realm of medical device development, the journey from conceptualization to market availability is intricate and demands meticulous evaluation at various stages. This text explains the processes of pre-clinical and clinical evaluations, essential components in ensuring the safety, performance, and regulatory compliance of medical devices. 

Many wind farms have now been in operation for a while and are starting to notice wear and ageing. For plant managers, this means an increased challenge to ensure that the wind farms continue to produce renewable energy efficiently. This means that maintenance, inspections and upgrades are becoming increasingly important.

As AI technology takes flight, there's a growing urgency to investigate its influence on medical devices. In this article we will explore the complex world of AI-based medical devices, emphasizing the need for rigorous clinical evaluations and robust regulatory compliance. 

PPI Quality & Engineering, a Kiwa company headquartered in Houston, Texas, provides professional engineering, quality assurance, and auditing services to the energy industry clients around the world. Read all about PPI’s evolution of energy services, and their services for the global supply chain in our latest article.

By adhering to ISO 13485, organizations can establish a comprehensive quality management system that not only ensures regulatory compliance but also enhances overall performance and safety. Let's explore the manifold benefits this standard brings to your organization in the context of the medical device industry.  

Kiwa Portugal has been a pioneer in organic farming in the country for nearly 30 years since 1993, specializing in Food, Feed, and Farm standards. Luís Hortêncio, newly appointed Head of Operations at Kiwa Portugal, talks us through Portuguese agriculture, promoting sustainable farming practices and technologies, as well as concerted efforts towards sustainable action.

When it comes to safety in industrial environments, every detail counts. Vinçotte recently collaborated with BENEO on a project to solve a complex challenge: the inspection of inaccessible (and thus not conventionally controllable) lifelines, highlighting Vinçotte's innovation and efficiency

Rob Keitch is a Technical Consultant with Kiwa Independent Pest Consultancy. Here Rob takes us through the considerations and preparations he regularly encounters during Inspections in the UK and beyond

Hydrogen (H2) plays an important role in the energy transition. Currently, hydrogen is mostly applied in industry, mobility and the built environment. In this infographic Kiwa's hydrogen experts zoom in on these three applications. Discover the role of hydrogen as an energy source, as an energy carrier, for vehicles and for decarbonizing the natural gas grid.

The recent revision of ISO 27001:2022 has led to changes and new opportunities for organizations involved in information security. We asked Marjolein Veenstra, Kiwa's scheme manager for ISO 27001, five questions, to go a little deeper into the implications and benefits of this revision.

The BASEC Group, a part of Kiwa, is an independent accredited certification body for the electrical cable industry worldwide. BASEC is delivering specialist cable testing to CERN to help them meet their stringent requirements for safety and performance in their unique particle physics infrastructure.

Buyers around the world rely on PVEL’s Product Qualification Program (PQP), a series of extended reliability tests, to help inform procurement decisions. Learn more about the PQP program, and how it helps mitigate risk for the solar industry.

As the World Rowing Championships are about to begin in a few days, and the rowers of the Kiwa fleet do their final preparations, we take a moment to reflect on the remarkable narratives that have unfolded within the Dutch National Rowing Federation. The event will be held from 3 – 10 September 2023 in Belgrade, Serbia.