News 2022

Further growth at Kiwa: MPA Dresden joins the Kiwa Deutschland Group

Hamburg/Dresden,July 15, 2022: On July 6, 2022, Thomas Huebler and Teresa Huebler, both managing directors of MPA Dresden GmbH, and Prof. Dr. Roland Huettl and Dr. Gero Schoenwasser, both managing directors of Kiwa Deutschland GmbH, signed the contract agreement in Hamburg. With immediate effect, MPA Dresden GmbH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kiwa Deutschland Group.

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Kiwa welcomes PI Berlin to the Kiwa Germany Group

Kiwa is pleased to announce that PI Berlin is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the Kiwa Germany Group. The agreement was signed between Kiwa Deutschland GmbH and PI Berlin last week in Berlin, Germany, by Sven Lehmann and Steven Xuereb, board members of PI Berlin, as well as Prof Dr Roland Huettl and Dr Gero Schoenwasser, both managing directors of Kiwa Deutschland GmbH.

Elastomers in the UBA KTW-BWGL Kiwa Web Academy

The Federal Environment Agency has extended the existing KTW-BWGL to include TPE and elastomers. Do you know whether your products meet the hygienic requirements in Germany?

Innovations in the Official Journal of the Low Voltage Directive - updated standards published

Just before Christmas (2021-12-21), the Low Voltage Directive has been adapted after a long time, some standards have been updated.

UKCA marking - deadline extended to 1 January 2023

The new labelling obligation, the UK Conformity Assessment (UKCA) mark for goods placed on the market, has been postponed by the UK government. Companies will not be required to use the UKCA mark, which replaces the CE mark, until 1 January 2023.

The GLOBALG.A.P. Supply Chain Standard (CoC)

Certification for all producers and traders handling GLOBALG.A.P. certified products. With the new CoC version 6, CoC certification will be mandatory for all companies involved in the trade of GG goods in the supply chain from January 2022.

Kiwa Webinar: Trust in the Future

Would you like to learn more about the latest developments in the water and (renewable) energy sector? Then you've come to the right place. During Kiwa's Trust in the Future webinar, speakers from inside and outside the company will explain current topics in our industries. For example, the Drinking Water Directive, cyber security of IoT products and much more! More information on the speakers can be found below. Don't miss out and register now for this free online event.

Kiwa GmbH Soundlab

Since January 1, 2021, Kiwa GmbH has been offering further services with its Soundlab in Alsdorf (Aachen).The soundlab - deals with building acoustics and sound insulation, room acoustics as well as moisture and heat protection. A special focus is on sound measurements on fittings in water installations.

Kiwa closes the gap in health protection for indoor construction products

As a manufacturer, you are currently in a complex situation with regard to CE marking and general building authority approvals (abZ) for products in the floor and wall covering sector.

Kiwa at Solar Power International 2019 (SPI)

Kiwa, as an internationally accredited certification body for solar products, is represented at Solar Power International 2019 in Salt Lake City.

GOTS certification is test winner at Stiftung Warentest

At the end of June 2019, the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) became the test winner at Stiftung Warentest.

New German regulations for materials in contact with drinking water

The German Environment Agency (UBA) has published new regulations with respect to materials and products in contact with drinking water.

Brexit

UK Govt releases a Partnership Pack to help Businesses to prepare for a No Deal Brexit.

organic out-of-home catering

From 5th to 7th February 2025, the international fruit trade industry will be meeting in Berlin for FRUIT LOGISTICA. The trade fair is considered the world's leading event for the fruit and vegetable sector and covers the entire supply chain from production to sales. We look forward to connecting with professionals from across the food industry. Come and meet our global team of experts in the Farm Feed Food sector and find out how our services can help you comply with regulations and grow sustainably. Visit us in Berlin at our stand A-41 in hall 1.2.

Introduction to organic certification – webinar

Introduction to organic certification – webinar

Bio-AHVV funding

Bio-AHVV funding