- In September 2022, ALS Corporation acquired HRL Holdings, a prominent provider of sampling, laboratory testing, and data management services within the food, environmental, and occupational hygiene sectors. The expansion is particularly relevant to the global environmental testing market, as it strengthens ALS’s ability to meet increasing demand for advanced environmental testing solutions, driven by stricter regulations and growing sustainability concerns worldwide
- In July 2022, Eurofins announced its acquisition of WESSLING, a prominent laboratory specializing in environmental, food, and BioPharma product testing in Hungary. This strategic acquisition will further strengthen Eurofins' established presence in Hungary, where it already operates five laboratories focused on food, feed, environmental, agricultural, and veterinary testing. This move is particularly significant within the context of the rapidly growing global Environmental Testing Market, where increased demand for comprehensive environmental analysis is driving expansion across key regions
- In May 2022, SGS, a leading provider of sea monitoring and oceanography testing services, acquired Ecotecnos. This acquisition is in line with SGS’s strategic objectives to expand its industrial and environmental services in Chile, reinforcing the company's presence in the southern region and bolstering its capabilities in marine ecosystem governance. This acquisition expanding global environmental testing market as environmental regulations become increasingly stringent and the demand for marine and ecological testing rises, SGS's strengthened position in Chile allows the company to cater to the growing need for advanced environmental solutions
- In September 2021, Intertek announced its partnership with a Scottish Isles telecommunications company to facilitate the necessary permits, consents, and environmental support documentation for the installation of submarine fiber optic cables connecting the Shetland, Orkney, and Inner Hebrides islands. This collaboration increasing focus on ensuring environmental compliance in infrastructure projects. By providing essential environmental support for this submarine cable installation, Intertek contributes to the advancement of critical telecommunications infrastructure and reinforces its role in delivering comprehensive environmental testing solutions that ensure sustainable development and regulatory adherence in complex projects worldwide
- In June 2021, Bureau Veritas, in collaboration with the Foundation de la Mer and the French Ministry of the Sea, launched the "Ocean Approved" program. This initiative enables Bureau Veritas to certify companies that demonstrate a commitment to understanding and mitigating their impact on the ocean, thereby enhancing the credibility and reputation of their services through government-supported initiatives. This program underscores the increasing emphasis on environmental accountability, particularly in the context of marine ecosystems
