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SGS Expands its Sustainability Expertise with the Acquisition of Aster Global

AcquisitionsJanuary 08, 2025

Rutherford, New Jersey (January 08, 2025) – SGS announces the acquisition of Aster Global Environmental Solutions, Inc. (Aster Global), an industry-leading company focused on validation and verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and offsets, as well as forestry, ecosystem and corporate and social responsibility services. Founded in 2019, Aster Global broadens the GHG services available to SGS clients and prospects in North America with key accreditations and additional capabilities, including a diverse group of environmental professionals with vast experience working with clients globally.

With ever-increasing concerns about climate change, new regulations, legislation and consumer demands, sustainability must be front and center of every organization. To address these needs, SGS launched IMPACT NOW for sustainability, a comprehensive suite of services providing tailored solutions to assist clients in achieving their specific sustainability goals. This acquisition greatly expands SGS’s ability to offer GHG project development and verification alongside other sustainability services currently provided by SGS in North America, including:

  • GHG Training and Verification
  • ESG & Sustainability Report Assurance and Training
  • CDP and Ecovadis Rating Boost

Additionally, this acquisition will contribute to achieving SGS’s Strategy 27, which includes leveraging the company’s unique strengths to respond to the megatrends driving growth in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification industry. “Organizations across all industries are seeking accredited statements of opinion that confirm the accuracy and reliability of ESG claims to enhance their standing with investors, rating agencies, and consumers. With GHG emissions reductions often being a top area of focus, we look forward to further supporting businesses in meeting their validation and verification objectives while also positively impacting people and the planet,” said Natacha Andre, Head of Business Assurance, North America.

Géraldine Picaud, CEO of SGS, also commented: “Aster Global is a globally recognized brand name in the greenhouse gas space. Its broad client base and international activities complement our leadership in sustainability. With Aster Global as part of the SGS family, we broaden our IMPACT NOW for sustainability platform and our ability to keep pace with the increasing global demand for confidence in greenhouse gas and sustainability disclosures.”

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About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 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, safety and compliance.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and sustainability, 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 CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

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