Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has been designated as a “Notified Body” by the Gulf Standards Organization (GSO) to issue Gulf Conformity Mark (G Mark) Certificates to locally produced, imported and exported products across the Gulf countries.
The scope of notification covers Gulf Technical Regulation for Low Voltage Equipment and Appliances (BD-142004-01). Established in 2016, the G Mark certification programme applies to a number of low-voltage electrical equipment and appliances as well as children’s toys imported or sold in GSO member countries: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Yemen.
With this new designation and existing global capabilities, Intertek can offer importers and exporters in the Gulf a vast range of G Mark testing and certification services. Manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and suppliers will experience a simplified, more efficient process for obtaining G Mark Certificates.
Intertek Dubai’s appointment provides a more comprehensive service to clients operating across multiple countries in the Gulf. It also removes the complexities of having to deal with multiple entities in multiple countries. Previously, manufacturers and traders had to contact several entities, authorities, and regional or international organisations for each conformity scheme. This was a lengthy and often complicated procedure.
Mutaz Yahia, Intertek Certification Manager, Electrical & Network Assurance, said: “We are delighted to have achieved this accreditation which will enable Intertek Dubai to become a one-stop-solution for local manufacturers and suppliers.
“Intertek has provided expert support and guidance on the Gulf Technical Regulations and overall G Marking requirements and procedures since the inception of the G Mark programme. “The new accreditation as notified G Mark body for Intertek Dubai will help shorten the time required to access the GCC market for clients across the world.”