About Cotecna Home About About Cotecna Cotecna is a leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer solutions to facilitate trade and make supply chains safer and more efficient for our clients. Our technical expertise combined with the superior quality of our services and our ability to anticipate our clients’ needs is what sets us apart. Founded in 1974 in Switzerland, Cotecna started off as a family business and has now grown to become a world-class international player with more than 100 offices in across approximately 50 countries. Today our trusted network of professionals and certified laboratories apply industry approved standards and provide proven expertise to help clients across four key sectors: Agriculture Safeguarding the integrity and safety of agriculture is critical at every stage of the supply chain. Our inspection and testing services enable clients to mitigate risk and verify product conformity. Learn more » Food Safety We provide robust analytical methods that help businesses to better control their food supply chain, with a strong focus on efficiency and response time, as well as assistance in managing crises, urgencies and specific food safety issues. Learn more » Government and Trade Solutions Governments face an increasing challenge to control legitimate trade whilst maintaining effective cross-border security. We offer them tailored solutions and know-how in order to facilitate trade and help them boost their revenues. Learn more » Minerals and Metals Poor quality metals and minerals can be costly and damaging, both for the industry and the environment. Our highly reactive network of experts and laboratories enable our clients to verify product conformity and reduce risk. Learn more » Building on the past 40 years of great achievements, we are now investing in and transforming the company for continued success in the future. Learn more about our vision, mission and values. Our History Since 1974, we have been innovating with a view to leading the inspection, testing and certification industry for businesses and governments. Services Cotecna is a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services. We offer solutions to facilitate trade and make supply chains safer and more efficient for our clients. Board and Management The Cotecna board and management team includes some of the leading figures in the testing, inspection and certification (TIC) industry. Careers at Cotecna Develop professionally. And personally. A career at Cotecna can offer you fantastic opportunities to grow and learn in a dynamic and international environment. Certifications and Accreditations Cotecna is an ISO 9001 certified and ISO 17020 accredited inspection company and member of the TIC Council. Business Ethics & Compliance At Cotecna, integrity and business ethics are fundamental to the way we do business and are key elements of how we build our company SEARCH CONTACT LOCATIONS