UKAS accreditation strengthens our offering for organizations transitioning to the latest edition of the environmental management systems standard.
We are pleased to announce that we have achieved accreditation from the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) for certification to ISO 14001:2026, the latest edition of the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS).
This accreditation reinforces our ability to support organizations in demonstrating conformity with the updated standard and managing their environmental responsibilities. It also reflects our commitment to delivering independent, technically robust certification services.
Supporting the transition to ISO 14001:2026
ISO 14001 provides a framework for organizations to manage their environmental responsibilities, improve environmental performance and continually enhance their environmental management systems. The 2026 edition updates the requirements of the previous version, providing organizations with an opportunity to review their systems and ensure they remain aligned with the latest standard.
UKAS accreditation provides independent recognition of a certification body's competence within its approved scope. For organizations seeking certification to ISO 14001:2026, it offers additional assurance that certification activities are conducted by a competent and impartial provider.
Achieving UKAS accreditation for ISO 14001:2026 demonstrates our commitment to meeting rigorous accreditation requirements and delivering certification services to the highest standards of competence and impartiality. For our customers, this provides additional assurance in the integrity of our certification process and access to accredited certification against the latest edition of the standard through our global network. We are well positioned to support organizations worldwide in navigating the transition and demonstrating their commitment to effective environmental management.
Advancing sustainability through IMPACT NOW
We help organizations improve their environmental management practices through IMPACT NOW for sustainability, our initiative focused on driving positive impact through sustainability, climate action and circularity.This supports our wider sustainability ambitions.
By providing independent certification against internationally recognized standards, we help organizations demonstrate that their environmental management systems meet defined requirements and support a structured approach to managing environmental impacts.
Organizations certified to ISO 14001:2015 should review the changes introduced in ISO 14001:2026 and plan their transition in line with the applicable requirements and deadlines.
With our global network of specialists and experience in management systems certification, we support organizations in navigating the transition and maintaining effective environmental management systems.
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About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
