TSG Affiliation with International Marine Certification Institute
TSG is pleased to announce that it has been recognized by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI) as an approved laboratory for selected testing services. TSG joins an exclusive group of only eight laboratories worldwide recognized by the IMCI. A European Union-based, independent, non-profit organization, IMCI is committed to adding value to the worldwide recreational craft industry by assessing compliance of companies, products, and services with the highest recognized standards of quality and safety. Customer satisfaction can only be achieved with highly qualified and motivated staff and the help of the most advanced technology.
The European recreational market has experienced growing demands and new legislation which make it necessary to certify safety and quality for each kind of product. The IMCI, as an independent external body, provides a valuable certification service to manufacturers who desire to market their boats, yachts, and certain components in the European market. Regions served by IMCI are shown in the shaded areas of the map below:
Mr. Mark Lockwood, President and an owner of TSG, remarked on the milestone; “We are very pleased to be working with the IMCI. They are a terrific organization and provide a vital service to the European marketplace. At the same time, I am proud of the work our employees have done - this accomplishment is a great reflection on the quality of work they produce and the reputation they have achieved in the marketplace. Customers in the marine market segment now have another choice when considering where to send their vital testing work, and TSG represents an excellent choice in terms of overall value for their money.”
