SGS strengthens alliance with Diginex to deliver scalable ESG and sustainable finance solutions

SGS strengthens alliance with Diginex to deliver scalable ESG and sustainable finance solutions

(IN BRIEF) SGS has renewed its alliance with Diginex to advance sustainable finance through technology-driven ESG solutions. First established in 2022, the partnership has already strengthened ESG data assurance, and the expanded collaboration will deliver scalable services combining SGS’s global assurance expertise with Diginex’s blockchain-enabled platforms. Together, they will focus on enhancing transparency, helping financial institutions comply with frameworks like the EU Taxonomy and SFDR, and supporting clients’ net-zero ambitions. Leaders from both companies emphasized that the alliance empowers organizations to improve sustainability reporting and navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence.

(PRESS RELEASE) GENEVA, 2-Sep-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — SGS has reaffirmed its alliance with Diginex, a leading sustainability technology and data solutions provider, reinforcing both organizations’ shared commitment to advancing sustainable finance through innovation and trust. Originally established in 2022, the collaboration has already helped businesses strengthen the credibility of their ESG reporting, and the renewed agreement will expand the partnership to deliver scalable, transparent and future-ready solutions.

The alliance integrates Diginex’s advanced ESG data management platforms with SGS’s global expertise in assurance, verification and certification, creating a powerful combination to support financial institutions, corporations and investors in aligning with global sustainability standards and regulations. Together, the two companies will focus on accelerating the adoption of technology-driven frameworks that enable robust ESG performance measurement and reporting.

Key areas of focus include:

• Enhanced ESG data assurance – leveraging Diginex’s blockchain-enabled platforms and SGS’s assurance methodologies to bring greater transparency and reliability to ESG data, supporting informed investment decisions.
• Scalable solutions for financial institutions – developing tools to help banks, asset managers and other financial players integrate ESG metrics into financing and investment strategies, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as the EU Taxonomy and SFDR.
• Global reach with local expertise – combining SGS’s international network with Diginex’s digital solutions to provide tailored services that meet both regional and global sustainability objectives.
• Driving net-zero progress – supporting organizations with carbon footprint assessments, supply chain transparency, and sustainability reporting to help them achieve climate targets.

Mark Blick, CEO of Diginex, commented: “We are thrilled to reaffirm our alliance with SGS, a trusted global leader in assurance and certification. Together, we are uniquely positioned to empower the financial sector with reliable, technology-driven ESG solutions that drive meaningful progress toward a sustainable future.”

Damien Rousseau, Head of Business Assurance at SGS, added: “This alliance strengthens our ability to support clients in navigating the complexities of sustainable finance with confidence and precision. By combining SGS’s assurance expertise with Diginex’s innovation, we are helping organizations advance their sustainability journey.”

With its broad network of more than 2,500 facilities across 115 countries and nearly 100,000 professionals, SGS brings global coverage and trusted services to this collaboration. Alongside Diginex’s award-winning platforms, which already support 19 global frameworks, the partnership will deliver tools that improve transparency, scalability, and impact in sustainable finance.

About Diginex

Diginex Limited (Nasdaq: DGNX; ISIN KYG286871044), headquartered in London, is a sustainable RegTech business that empowers businesses and governments to streamline ESG, climate, and supply chain data collection and reporting. The company utilizes blockchain, AI, machine learning and data analysis technology to lead change and increase transparency in corporate regulatory reporting and sustainable finance. Diginex’s products and services enable companies to collect, evaluate and share sustainability data through easy-to-use software.

The award-winning diginexESG platform supports 19 global frameworks. Clients benefit from end-to-end support, ranging from materiality assessments and data management to stakeholder engagement, report generation and an ESG Ratings Support Service.

About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Media Contact:

Simon Colton
Head of Non-Financial Reporting and Sustainable Finance
Business Assurance
Tel: +31 653359560

SOURCE: SGS