We have been established in Kenya since 1950, building a strong reputation as a trusted leader in inspection, testing and certification services. Today, our network includes offices in Nairobi and Mombasa, along with several other sites across the country, supported by more than 300 employees. Our main office is located in Upper Hill, Nairobi, and our registered head office is at SGS House, Shimanzi, Mombasa.
In addition to our national footprint, our team in Kenya also supports operations in Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and South Sudan.
We manage complex operations and technical procedures, providing testing, inspection and certification for:
- Raw materials and finished goods
- Industrial assets and electrical installations
- Processes and management systems
Our services help you build trust, gain a competitive edge and drive sustainability across industries. With world-class technology and digital tools, we support you throughout the entire product lifecycle – from initial design and manufacturing to regulatory compliance and seamless import and export operations.
Advanced testing infrastructure
We operate a multi-laboratory facility in Mombasa with three specialized units, offering a wide range of testing capabilities:
- Minerals: physiochemical testing of soda ash and crushed refined soda
- Oil, gas and chemicals commodities: testing of crude oil, condensate, hydrocarbon fractions, fuels (road, marine, aviation), base oil, lubricants, coolants, inorganic liquids, etc.
- Environmental: testing of soil, plant tissue, water, sludge and sediments, analysis of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), SVOC, heavy metals, etc.
- Food, fresh produce and feed: food safety and quality testing, including microbiology, mycotoxins, pesticides residues, heavy metals, veterinary drug residues, absolute gamma radiation, proteins, lipids, fiber, ash, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, natural compounds, preservatives, etc.
- Cosmetics and personal care: microbiological, shelf-life and regulatory compliance testing
With a strong, multilayered quality infrastructure, our testing facility has consistently maintained and expanded its ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation scope since 2002.
We are equipped with a wide range of high-end analytical instruments, including:
- Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
- Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS/MS)
- Discrete photometric analyzer
- Purge and trap (GC-MS/FID)
- Fiber analyzer
- Fat analyzer
- Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) tester
These advanced tools enable us to deliver precise, reliable results across a broad spectrum of testing parameters and industry requirements.
A trustworthy partner to support Kenya’s market
Some of our approvals and accreditations/recognitions include:
- Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS): accredited against ISO/IEC 17020 for inspection services and against ISO 17021 for auditing and certification of management systems
- South African National Accreditation System (SANAS): accredited against ISO/IEC 17025 for testing services (Facility No. T0151)
- Grains and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA): approved for grains and oilseeds testing
- Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations (FOSFA): approved for oil testing
- National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA): licensed for environmental health monitoring and evaluation
- National Industrial Training Authority (NITA): approved for leadership development and capacity building
- Chartered Quality Institute/International Register of Certificated Auditors (CQI/IRCA): approved to deliver selected training courses
To learn more about how we can support your business in Kenya, contact us today.
Ziad Otey
Through our extensive service portfolio, we deliver the essential building blocks of economic development that are vital to everyday life. Our unwavering commitment to quality and reliability ensures that clients can consistently rely on us to deliver results that not only meet but exceed expectations.
