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SWETIC Position Paper Summary SWETIC (Swedish Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification) welcomes the implementation of Directive (EU) 2024/825 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, ECGT). The Directive is an important step in strengthening consumer trust in environmental and sustainability claims and combating misleading marketing. For the Directive to have its intended effect, implementation needs to ensure that the actors who audit […]

SWETIC's response to the interim report on easing the requirements for sustainability reporting (SOU 2026:27) Summary SWETIC notes the proposals in the interim report on easing the requirements for sustainability reporting and the changes relating to the review of sustainability reports. In light of the investigation's continued mission, SWETIC would particularly like to emphasize the importance of considering the possibility of allowing independent reviewers in the continued work. The EU regulatory framework […]

On October 20, SWETIC invites you to an autumn meeting, followed by a celebration of the association's 30th anniversary. During the afternoon, we look back at the industry's development over the past 30 years and forward to the opportunities and challenges that will shape future trade, markets and societal functions. On stage, you will meet, among others: We […]

At SWETIC's annual meeting in April, both continuity and new additions were in focus. Several members received renewed confidence, while the board was strengthened with a new regular member. Anna Broekman, Tomas Holm and Cecilia Fransson were re-elected as regular members of the board. In connection with the annual meeting, Magnus Brattberg was thanked for his valuable commitment. At the same time, Lars Löfgren was elected […]

Welcome to the annual meeting on April 14 at Storgatan 19 in Stockholm. We will start with lunch at 12:00 and the annual meeting will begin at 1:00 PM. Attached you will find the agenda. Documents for the meeting will be sent out to those who have registered a few days before. In addition to the usual points, the following will be discussed: We will conclude the annual meeting with two guest speakers – Sofia Bildstein – Hagberg, Svenskt […]

SWETIC's Response to the Reference Report A review of the control organization and financing of control in the food chain to simplify it for companies (SOU 2025:64) Swetic is positive about the report's goals of increased efficiency, equality and competitiveness. We share the view that food control needs to be developed to meet future requirements, strengthen consumer confidence and create fair conditions for the business community. […]

SWETIC, the trade association for companies within inspection, testing and certification, has decided to enter into a long-term collaboration with the Swedish Association of Technology Companies. As of 1 January 2026, SWETIC will become a trade association within the Swedish Association of Technology Companies, which means that the organization will have access to a broad network, strategic support and administrative services tailored to the needs of the industry. The background to the decision is that the Swedish Association of Technology Companies […]

SWETIC's Response to the Reference on Safer Amusement Parks – Interim Report of the Inquiry on Strengthened Supervision of Amusement Parks and a Review of Certain Tasks Performed by the Police Authority (SOU 2025:40) – Case number Ju2025/00874. The Swedish Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (SWETIC) has taken note of the report and would like to present the following views: 1. The role of the regulation in relation to standards […]

TK System Certification within Swetic brings together experts from the industry to follow, interpret and influence the development of management system standards. The committee works to increase knowledge, monitor trends and contribute to certification in Sweden being carried out in a quality-assured, transparent and relevant manner. We asked a few questions to Cecilia Fransson, convener of the Technical Committee System Certification. What […]

TK Sustainability is a technical committee within Swetic that collects sustainability issues from member companies and works to strengthen the industry's sustainability perspective. Herman Fahlström, convener, talks about the committee's purpose, current issues and how Swetic members can contribute to upcoming EU regulations on sustainability, such as the EU's Omnibus proposal which aims to simplify sustainability reporting and strengthen the competitiveness of companies […]

Technological developments are moving forward rapidly, and although the accreditation and third-party auditing industry is not at the forefront of digitalization, change is on the horizon. – We are positive about using new technology, with care and caution. The pace at which AI and machine learning are affecting us is slower for our industry than […]

Every day, decisions are made that affect people's safety. The basis for making these decisions is accreditation of the company in which independent experts ensure that products and services meet the required quality requirements. Everything from amusement park rides, food, batteries to medical equipment is tested, certified and inspected with the aim of ensuring safety in society as far as the regulations allow. […]