Kiwa is a global company that creates trust by independently testing, inspecting and certifying products, systems and services across a wide range of industries. The company started in the Netherlands in 1948, when Dutch drinking water companies established it to ensure the safety and quality of materials and equipment that come into contact with drinking water. The original name, Keuringsinstituut voor Waterleiding Artikelen, reflected that mission, although today Kiwa’s scope has expanded far beyond water alone.
Over the decades Kiwa has grown steadily, both organically and through strategic acquisitions, and now operates in more than 35 countries with thousands of professionals working across a global network of offices and advanced laboratories. The company serves clients in sectors including construction, renewable energy, healthcare, food, feed and farming, water and utilities, cybersecurity, and many others where safety, quality and compliance are essential.
At its core, Kiwa helps organisations demonstrate that their products and processes meet relevant standards and regulations. This includes laboratory testing, on‑site inspections, certification of management systems and products, auditing, technical consultancy, training and data services. By providing impartial verification and trusted certification marks, Kiwa enables companies to build credibility with customers, regulators and stakeholders.
Kiwa became part of SHV Holdings in 2021, joining a family‑owned international group while maintaining its independence and focus on quality and impartiality. Today, Kiwa is recognised as one of the leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) organisations in the world, committed to helping businesses navigate regulatory complexity, improve performance and operate with confidence.
