The UK’s decision to leave the European Union, commonly known as Brexit, has created uncertainty in the industrial manufacturing sector.
SGS is using its Notified Body capabilities, global network of laboratories and specialists to help economic operators remain compliant with regulatory changes during this transition period.
Following the 2016 referendum, the UK Government is committed to withdrawing from the EU but the exact terms of that withdrawal are still unclear. There is also considerable opposition to Brexit, both in Parliament and in the country.
The UK Government has been negotiating the terms of a Deal with the EU, but this has consistently been rejected by Parliament. There is now the possibility of a No-Deal Brexit (leaving the EU without a deal or transition period). A No-Deal Brexit means the UK trading on World Trade Organization terms. It is expected to cause wide-scale disruption, including the reintroduction of border checks.