We are pleased to share that SGS in Azerbaijan has successfully obtained IRATA Membership Certification, demonstrating the strict adherence of our team to worldwide recognized rope access management.
SGS Azerbaijan became the fourth SGS entity holding this prestigious certification along with colleagues from Singapore, Spain and Qatar. This is a significant achievement that reflects the dedication, capability and continuous growth of our team.
Why IRATA membership matters
IRATA (Industrial Rope Access Trade Association) is the leading global authority on industrial rope access.
This membership assures clients that SGS Azerbaijan operates in full compliance with the highest international safety and technical standards related to industrial rope access.
SGS services enhanced by IRATA Membership
With IRATA certification, SGS Azerbaijan is now equipped to expand inspection and maintenance services through certified rope access techniques, including:
- NDT and ANDT inspections in hard-to-reach offshore and onshore areas
- Visual inspections, corrosion mapping and close-proximity evaluations
- Support for maintenance campaigns, shutdowns and emergency response
- Structural assessments across the oil & gas, energy, marine and infrastructure sectors
The key benefits for our clients include:
- Enhanced safety, reliability, and efficiency for difficult-access inspections
- Full compliance with IRATA standards, widely recognized across the energy and infrastructure sectors
- Reduced downtime through non-intrusive, efficient access solutions
- Greater confidence in project delivery under high-risk and complex conditions
The process behind obtaining IRATA membership
This achievement followed a rigorous multi-stage process:
- Formation of a fully IRATA compliant rope access team with certified technicians and supervisors
- Internal capability development in strict adherence to TACS (Training, Assessment, and Certification Scheme) and ICOP (International Code of Practice)
- Facility and documentation audits conducted by IRATA-approved inspectors
- Successful demonstration of operational procedures and safety systems
- Final approval by the IRATA board confirming full compliance with IRATA standards
This accomplishment reinforces SGS Azerbaijan’s operational excellence and contributes to the broader SGS global rope access capability, positioning us to deliver smarter, safer and more efficient inspection solutions to our clients.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
