SGS enhances global agricultural standards influence through the integration of ASC and its team of specialists

SGS enhances global agricultural standards influence through the integration of ASC and its team of specialists

(IN BRIEF) SGS has acquired the Australian Superintendence Company (ASC), a well-established agricultural quality assurance firm founded in 1969. The acquisition brings 40 specialized professionals into SGS and aligns with the company’s “Strategy 27 – Accelerating growth, building trust,” reinforcing its focus on health, safety and consumer protection. ASC is known for its inspection and laboratory services supporting Australian grain, legume, pulse and oilseed exports. It also holds a notable role in shaping international sampling and analytical standards through involvement with ISO, GAFTA and FOSFA.

(PRESS RELEASE) BAAR, 8-Dec-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — SGS, recognized globally as a leader in testing, inspection and certification, has expanded its footprint in the agricultural sector through the acquisition of the Australian Superintendence Company (ASC), a well-established authority in agricultural quality assurance across Australia. With this strategic move, SGS welcomes 40 experienced specialists into the Group, enhancing its service capacity and reinforcing its commitment to “Strategy 27 – Accelerating growth, building trust,” which focuses on strengthening solutions that protect public health, safety and wellbeing.

Since its founding in 1969, ASC has grown into a respected provider of inspection and laboratory services for the nation’s export market, particularly in grains, legumes, pulses and oilseeds. Over the decades, the company has played a significant role in shaping global quality and testing standards through active participation in major international organizations including the International Standardization Organization (ISO), the Grain and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA) and the Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations (FOSFA), further cementing its influence in agricultural quality systems.

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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).

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SOURCE: SGS