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RecyClass and APR: Kiwa simplifies international certification of recycled plastics

As the only independent certifier in the world, Kiwa offers companies in the plastic recycling sector the opportunity to certify their business processes and products according to both the European RecyClass and the US APR schemes. This enables organizations operating in multiple markets to use one international certification partner to demonstrate the quality and traceability of recycled plastics.

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What does changing regulation mean for metal recycling companies?

Metal recycling companies operate in an environment where legislation and regulation are increasingly decisive in how material streams are processed and traded. Kiwa experts see that especially the WSR, End of Waste and WEEELABEX play a major role here. What does this mean for your organization?

Research into the vulnerability of data cables during manual digging

The energy transition is leading to a growing need for excavation work in the Netherlands. The installation, replacement and reinforcement of cables and pipelines increasingly requires work to be carried out underground. Careful excavation is essential, as damage to data cables can disrupt internet, television and telephone services, causing inconvenience for users and costs for companies and society.

ISO 9001 as the basis for AQAP: What additional requirements do you need to meet for Defense and NATO contracts?

The European defense sector is evolving, increasing the importance of robust quality, compliance, and supply chain transparency for organizations involved in defense and NATO-related projects. Many organisations looking to enter this market will sooner or later encounter AQAP, NATO’s quality standard. A frequently asked question is therefore: if we are already ISO 9001 certified, how big is the step towards AQAP?

Key developments in recycling and certification

Regulations related to recycling are changing. This affects not only organizations that collect or recycle waste, but also companies involved in producing, transporting and processing plastics. As an organization, you will face stricter regulations, increased oversight and new requirements for handling waste and raw materials. What does this mean, and who does it apply to? What does it mean for your organization?

From requirements to proof: qualifying products for the defense market

For companies supplying equipment or components to military programs, proving reliability is just as important as designing the technology itself. Products must operate safely and consistently under extreme environmental and operational conditions. Nadiya Trushnikova, laboratory manager at Kiwa Primara GmbH in Kaufbeuren, Germany, explains how Kiwa helps defense suppliers navigate complex qualification standards and deliver the independent test evidence required to enter and succeed in the defense supply chain.

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ISO 50001 as a foundation for future proof energy management

In this article, you will read how ISO 50001 can help organizations gain control over energy use, both at organizational level and in international contexts. We explain what the standard entails and how organizations can use it not only to comply with laws and regulations, but also to achieve continuous improvement.

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Strategic approach strengthens cybersecurity at Nij Smellinghe Hospital

Nij Smellinghe Hospital in Drachten places a strong emphasis on quality and safety and the field of information security and cybersecurity. What started with certification and audits has evolved into a strategic approach focused on continuous learning, joint thinking and ongoing improvement. In this video, employees of Nij Smellinghe explain how they experience the collaboration with Kiwa and what the strategic approach means in practice for healthcare, quality and cybersecurity.

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Kiwa Official Local Supplier of Staatsloterij World Rowing Championships 2026

Kiwa is an Official Local Supplier of the Staatsloterij World Rowing Championships 2026, taking place from 24 to 30 August at the Bosbaan in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. In this role, Kiwa contributes to the organization of one of the most important international sporting events hosted in the Netherlands in 2026.

Kiwa expands IECEE scope with electrical safety testing for medical devices

Kiwa Netherlands has expanded its IECEE scope with electrical safety testing for medical equipment. This strengthens Kiwa’s position as a partner for manufacturers that want to bring medical products to the international market. In addition to the existing accreditation for EMC testing in accordance with the CB scheme, Kiwa can now also assess the electrical safety of medical equipment.

Transfer of Kiwa Road Testing activities to KOAC

As of 2 April 2026, Kiwa’s Road Testing activities in The Netherlands, including the associated consultancy services, will be continued by KOAC Road Testing & Consultancy B.V. This step further strengthens the positioning of this specialised service and creates a clear focus for the domain within the new organisation.

NIS2 in healthcare: building on the foundation of NEN 7510

With the introduction of NIS2, cybersecurity requirements across Europe are being significantly tightened. Rutger Fugers, cybersecurity expert at Kiwa, explains how NEN 7510 helps healthcare organizations comply with the new European requirements in a focused and demonstrable way.

From water quality to water equality: Celebrating World Water Day 2026

‘Where water flows, equality grows.’ This subtitle underscores the theme of World Water Day 2026: Water and Gender. ‘Today reminds us that inequalities in access to safe water affect people in different ways, and that water equity extends beyond any single dimension,’ say Business Unit Managers Jessica Weigert and Annemieke van der Velden.

ISO 27001 makes the step toward NIS2 manageable and concrete

With the introduction of NIS2, European organizations are confronted with stricter obligations related to cybersecurity, ranging from risk management and incident response to supply chain responsibility and governance. For organizations that already operate in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001, a solid foundation is in place. Rutger Fugers, cybersecurity expert at Kiwa, explains how ISO 27001 helps organizations implement NIS2 in a practical and demonstrable way.

Case study: Testing liquid hydrogen systems in demanding applications

This case study highlights the challenges, expertise and detailed process involved in testing liquid hydrogen (LH2, chemically H₂) systems, based on the experience of Kiwa as an independent testing laboratory. To understand what this work entails, this case study takes you through the landscape in which LH₂ technology is developing, the capabilities of Kiwa and the step-by-step testing process that customers can rely on.

Kiwa and DronePort Rotterdam partner for drone- and AI-based inspections across Europe

Kiwa has entered into an innovation partnership with DronePort Rotterdam to accelerate the safe, efficient and trusted use of drone- and AI-based inspections for critical infrastructure in Europe. The collaboration is closely aligned with Kiwa’s intelligent inspection services and supports the professional, compliant and scalable deployment of innovative inspection technologies, particularly in complex environments such as ports, industrial sites and infrastructure assets.

ISO/IEC 27701:2025 published: updated privacy standard offers organizations more guidance

The international standard ISO/IEC 27701 for privacy information management has been fully revised. While the 2019 edition was still an extension to ISO/IEC 27001 and 27002, the new ISO/IEC 27701:2025 has evolved into an independent standard for establishing and maintaining a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS). This gives organizations a stronger and clearer framework for responsible privacy management within their information security and cybersecurity processes.

Kiwa eLicense: digital certification for the maritime sector

Issuing and managing physical certificates in the maritime sector is a relatively vulnerable and time-consuming process. Kiwa offers a digital solution with Kiwa eLicense, allowing licenses and certificates to be securely managed and verified on the holder’s smartphone. A project with maritime software provider UTS and a pilot with the Dutch inspectorate for the environment and transport (ILT) demonstrate the many benefits of digital certification.

Kiwa FSS Products nominated for Intersec Award 2026

Kiwa FSS Products has been nominated for an Intersec Award in the category Impact Makers. The nomination coincides with Kiwa’s participation in Intersec 2026, one of the world’s leading trade fairs for (fire) safety, security and public safety. From 12 to 14 January 2026, Kiwa FSS Products will present itself at the Dubai World Trade Centre, where the international safety sector comes together to share the latest technologies and innovations.

Kiwa second European conformity assessment body with DWD accreditation

Kiwa has been accredited by the Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) to carry out assessments in accordance with the new European Drinking Water Directive (EU) 2020/2184. Kiwa is the second European conformity assessment body to take this important first step towards formal notification through accreditation by a national authority. This accreditation already enables Kiwa to assess materials and products that come into contact with drinking water according to the new European hygiene requirements.