We have been operating in Tanzania since 1962, when we were incorporated as General Superintendence Co. Ltd. Today, we are the country’s leading provider of testing, inspection, certification and training services, supporting industries and institutions across Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
Backed by over 200 dedicated professionals and a strategic presence in Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, Tanga and Mtwara, we deliver trusted solutions to a wide array of sectors including agriculture, mining, oil, gas, environment, trade and manufacturing.
We also support cross-border clients in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea and Ethiopia, extending our reach across the East African sub-region.
We operate five state-of-the-art commercial laboratories in Tanzania, ensuring reliable, accurate and timely results:
At the heart of our infrastructure is our multilab in Kurasini, Dar es Salaam, offering integrated solutions for the agriculture, oil and gas sectors, with a broad range of accredited testing parameters.
We operate four specialized onsite laboratories, embedded within major mining and industrial operations:
We also deploy mobile sample preparation units (MSPUs) to remote locations, enabling faster turnaround times, onsite decision making and enhanced operational efficiency.


We work with a range of government authorities, including:
In Tanzania, we hold the following accreditations:
Since the establishment of SGS in Tanzania, starting with the country’s independence, our main objective has been to contribute to Tanzania’s economic growth. We have been constantly expanding our capabilities to suit market needs and provide best-in-class services to our clients.
