SGS–Imprint Analytics: food analysis, 201812– collab strategic partnership isotope analysis for proof of origin + authenticity food testing

	Period	2018-12-12
	Partner, 1st	SGS S.A.
	Group	SGS (Group)
	Partner, 2nd	Imprint Analytics GmbH
	Product	analytical services
	Product 2	food analysis (food testing)
	Index term	Imprint Analytics–SGS: credit, 201812– convertible loan as part of strategic partnership

SGS S.A.. (12/12/18). "Press Release: SGS Invests in Imprint Analytics, Austria".

SGS is pleased to announce an investment in Imprint Analytics, Austria, as part of a new strategic partnership.

Imprint Analytics provides isotope analysis to the food sector, focusing on analytical verification of geographic origin and authenticity testing.

The partnership will allow Imprint Analytics to further widen the scope of its technology and know-how. Its isotope fingerprinting capabilities will complement SGS’s existing service portfolio in the food authenticity and fraud segment. In parallel, the global SGS network will provide Imprint Analytics with wider market access for its technology. As part of the cooperation agreement, SGS will grant a convertible loan to Imprint Analytics.

Founded in 2013 and privately owned, Imprint Analytics employs 11 highly skilled specialists providing services to retail, manufacturers and authorities, both locally and internationally.

“This partnership is aligned with the strategy of our Agriculture, Food & Life business to offer innovative solutions to the market, and to bring trust and transparency to our customers across the food value chain,” said Frankie Ng, CEO of SGS.

For further information, please contact:

Media: Daniel Rufenacht
Corporate Communications and Sustainability
t: +41 78 656 94 59

Investors: Toby Reeks
Investor Relations
t: +41 79 641 83 02

ABOUT SGS

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 95,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,400 offices and laboratories around the world.

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