SGS in Hong Kong

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our extensive network of offices and laboratories all over the world works together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Established in 1878, SGS was listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange in 1981. As part of the group, SGS Hong Kong has more than 60 years of experience and the expertise of over 1,000 professionals. We co-create innovative services and solutions with our customers to move their businesses forward.

By constantly developing and improving our testing, inspection, certification and training services, we actively respond to the needs of the market and our customers. For example, in 2021, to enable major infrastructure developments, we acquired The Lab (Asia) Ltd, a leading construction material testing company in Hong Kong.

Widely recognized for our undisputed expertise, we deliver one-stop solutions tailored for the whole supply chain and serve a wide range of industries, including:

• Electrical and electronics
• Cosmetics
• Personal care and household products
• Textiles and garments
• Houseware and sundries
• Toys and juvenile products
• Agricultural and food products
• Oil, gas and chemicals
• Industrial
• Construction
• Automotive
• Banking and finance

We enable a quality-driven consumer market, unparalleled access to China markets and sustainable development goals. Wherever you are, whatever your industry, we deliver trust among local and overseas corporations, governments, and public organizations to ensure business success and strengthen sustainable competence.

As a sustainability leader, we are committed to promoting best-in-class practices in our sector and beyond. We provide the world’s most comprehensive range of sustainability services. At the same time, we have developed our sustainability strategy to target our entire value chain and set the path towards better governance, a better society, and a better planet. We actively contribute to charities by taking part in voluntary work and continuously demonstrating a commitment to sustainable practices, people, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.

Global expertise, local recognition

In recent years, we have received a wide range of professional recognitions, including:

• IAS & DAkkS accredited SGS Hong Kong for biodegradability and compostability testing
• Recognized as an external reviewer by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) for the Green and Sustainable Finance Grant Scheme (GSF)
• HKAS accredited liquefied natural gas laboratory to support Hong Kong's Climate Action Plan 2030 in the clean energy sector
• Awarded Extraordinary Contribution and Efforts on Airport Safety in the Airport Safety Recognition Scheme by The Lab (Asia) Ltd.
• Awarded Testing and Certification Manpower Development Corporate Award by the Hong Kong Council for Testing and Certification
• Named Caring Company by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service for 15 consecutive years

Industry pioneer, leading innovation

In Hong Kong, our industry firsts include:

• Opening the first virology laboratory for anti-microbial efficacy and microbial filtration tests
• Opening the first skin care efficacy testing clinical laboratory
• The first HKAS accredited construction materials testing laboratory under the Hong Kong Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (HOKLAS) for the Three-Runway System Project by The Lab (Asia) Ltd

To find out more about how we can help your organization, contact us today.