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June 9th is World Accreditation Day, a global initiative established by the International Laboratory Accreditation Co-operation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum Inc (IAF) to promote the value of accreditation as a prerequisite for feeling safe and secure in society. This year’s theme is about how accreditation can empower small and medium-sized enterprises […]

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 […]

As a trade association for companies in testing, inspection and certification (TIC), Swetic welcomes the government's initiative with Food Strategy 2.0. We view positively the strategy's ambition to increase Swedish food production and strengthen competitiveness throughout the food chain. To achieve these goals, we want to emphasize the importance of robust and equivalent control systems. Effective and uniform food control is fundamental for […]

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 […]

– Discover the opportunities in the TIC industry (Testing, Inspection and Certification) Swetic is launching a career page to highlight the importance of the industry and the career opportunities available in the hope that more people will open their eyes to the TIC industry. The initiative aims to attract new talent, strengthen the industry's position and secure future skills supply. The TIC industry, which stands for Testing, Inspection and Certification […]

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. […]

The government has appointed a special investigation committee with the aim of increasing the safety of fairground facilities. The task of reviewing measures for strengthened supervision of fairgrounds is to be reported no later than 7 April and the final report is to be submitted on 7 October 2025. In response to this, SWETIC has developed recommendations that we believe can contribute to strengthening safety. […]

Since 2019, Isac Hallberg has worked as an inspection engineer, ensuring that pressurized devices meet the highest safety standards. With a background as an operations engineer from the Kalmar Maritime University and experience in the energy industry, Isac has developed a deep understanding of both operations and maintenance. Hi Isac, what is your background and education that has led to this […]

Patrik Nilsson is a technical expert in industrial lifting equipment and has worked as an inspector for over twenty years. The TIC industry offers a stimulating and meaningful career for those who have technical expertise, are sensitive to customer needs and have a good understanding of the regulations. Hi Patrik, what is your background and education that has led you to […]

Ambitious directives such as the EU's Green Deal and CSRD, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, are not enough on their own, but companies must also receive support for valuable insights into their sustainability measures and other related processes, writes Jörgen Backersgård, Chairman of Swetic in Certification & Quality Assurance together with Dagens Industri today. Swetic is the industry organization within testing, inspection, control, calibration […]

Today is World Accreditation Day, a global initiative to highlight how accreditation creates security in our everyday lives. This year’s theme, ”Accreditation: Strengthening Tomorrow and Shaping the Future”, focuses on how accreditation impacts our society at a time when digitalization, new technologies and sustainability challenges continue to change our world. In more than 100 countries around the world, recognition is being given […]

With increased awareness of the risks that exist and the measures required, the goal is to minimize the risk of accidents and create a safer working environment for everyone involved. — Working in confined spaces is associated with significant risks, from dangerous gases to risks of entrapment and burial accidents, says Stefan Brunnberg, convener for Swetics […]