04 Nov NMi Group Adds ATEX & IECEx Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition of ExVeritas
NMi Group Adds ATEX & IECEx Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition of ExVeritas
04 November 2024
Delft, the Netherlands, 04 November 2024 — NMi Group (“NMi”), internationally recognised for mission-critical Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Calibration (TICC) services for product market acceptance, announced the strategic acquisition of ExVeritas. This move substantially strengthens NMi’s Market Access capabilities, particularly in the specialised field of product safety certification for hazardous environments. This mandatory certification must be obtained for products used in areas where gas, vapour or dust explosions can occur and is crucial across various sectors where NMi’s clients are prominent, including Energy & Utilities, Food & Agriculture, and Industrial & Manufacturing. The acquisition aligns with NMi’s commitment to enhancing safety worldwide.
Founded in 2005, ExVeritas plays an essential role in the certification landscape with subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, Denmark, and the United States. ExVeritas is a designated UKCA Approved Body (2585) and European Notified Body (2804), holding accreditations for UKCA (Ex) and ATEX in Europe. It is also recognised under the global IECEx scheme, and its US operations are accredited as an Associated Test Lab and accepted as an Independent Laboratory by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). These comprehensive certifications enable ExVeritas to facilitate global market access. Led by founders Sean Clarke and Stephen D’Henin, along with regional co-founders Luke Ricks in the US and Peter Lauritzen in Denmark—who will continue guiding ExVeritas post-acquisition—the company provides specialised services, including ATEX/IECEx type approval, management audits, training, and inspection.
This acquisition marks a significant advancement in NMi’s strategy to enhance service offerings and expand its geographical footprint. Importantly, it simplifies the certification process for our shared client base. By uniting NMi and ExVeritas, we can offer clients a streamlined approach to securing essential product safety certifications, accredited and certified to UKCA, DANAK, ATEX, IECEx, and USCG standards, making market access more efficient and straightforward.
Yvo Jansen, CEO of NMi, stated, “Partnering with ExVeritas and their solid global expertise is a landmark development in our efforts to enlarge our reach and capabilities in our market access services. The expertise of ExVeritas directly enhances our portfolio, addressing a specific market need for rigorous safety certifications required by OEMs, Installers, and End-Users to access the global market and drive product safety. Following our earlier expansion into Cybersecurity with the acquisition of TrustCB, this new collaboration further broadens NMi’s service offerings, now covering Metrology, Cybersecurity, and Product Safety.”
Sean Clarke, co-founder of ExVeritas, commented, “Joining NMi Group opens significant avenues for ExVeritas to scale our operations more effectively. Powered by NMi means joining a team with a proven strategic vision and ambition, leveraging their international reputation and technical expertise, thereby allowing us to focus on ExVeritas’ continued growth. This collaboration will enhance our ability to deliver expanded services and meet the complex safety standards our clients require in hazardous environments.”
The acquisition is a key component of NMi’s buy-and-build strategy and aligns seamlessly with our mission in ‘Measuring Tomorrow.’ This approach emphasises forward-thinking solutions to global market challenges, focusing on sectors that demand robust safety certifications. ExVeritas’s strong market presence and its reputation as a trusted certification body are crucial for advancing NMi’s objectives in both new and existing markets, enabling us to further expand our valued and flexible service offerings to meet our clients’ evolving needs.
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About NMi Group
NMi Group is a leader in mission-critical advisory, testing, inspection, certification, and calibration (ATICC) services, essential for asset management across various industries. With a reputation for quality, NMi ensures measurement accuracy with numerous accreditations and a strong commitment to innovation. As a frontrunner in key areas such as Energy Transition, Connectivity & Digitalisation, and NextGen Mobility, NMi actively enhances its offerings through strategic acquisitions and continuous innovation. Committed to leading the way in Measuring Tomorrow’s equipment, NMi Group plays a vital role in addressing the evolving needs of fast-growing global markets.
About ExVeritas:
ExVeritas offers comprehensive product and system certification solutions, particularly in hazardous environments where gas, vapor, or dust hazards may lead to critical situations. With accreditations from UKAS, DANAK, and IECEx, ExVeritas provides essential safety certification such as ATEX, IECEX and UKCA, enabling global market access for manufacturers of equipment used in hazardous areas. Their expertise extends to training, inspection services, and developing specialised inspection software, further supporting clients in maintaining compliance with international safety standards.
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