In mid-May, the official opening of TÜV AUSTRIA’s regional headquarters in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia took place in Riyadh.
New opening in Riyadh as a sign of quality and safety
TÜV AUSTRIA focuses on SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) conformity certificates in Riyadh. Certification of SFDA (Saudi Food and Drug Authority) conformity in the areas of cosmetics, food, and medical equipment is also part of TÜV AUSTRIA’s service portfolio in Saudi Arabia.
With the new regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia, the independent Austrian corporate group contributes to the positive economic development of Saudi Arabia .
Distinguished guests at the opening ceremony of the new location in Riyadh
During the opening celebrations, TÜV AUSTRIA CEO Dr. Stefan Haas, as well as Executive Vice President for Asia and Africa, Yankı Ünal, visited the new location in Riyadh. The Austrian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Oskar Wüstinger, along with a delegation including Trade Counselor Christoph Pfeifer, were also present. The presence of these representatives of the Republic contributes to strengthening the relationship between the two nations and underscores the importance of cooperation.
TÜV AUSTRIA was pleased to welcome other important guests from various organizations at the opening, including Fahad Alkuaik, Vice-Governor for Business Support of SASO, Alhassan Hamidaldin, Ministry of Investment Director of Regional Headquarter Outreach, Dr. Adel Alkaied, CEO of the Saudi Accreditation Center (SAC), as well as Hassaan Alwohaibi, Badr Alabdullatif, and Abdulrahman Alenezi, Quality Manager of the National Information Center – Saudi Arabia. Their presence highlights the importance of cooperation between industry leaders and regulatory authorities.
With this new step, TÜV AUSTRIA reaffirms its commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term partnerships. With one goal: to promote progress, shape a successful future, and achieve positive changes in both regional and international environments.
TIC Council Press Release
Digitalising Assurance Services
“Quality Infrastructure Framework for the Digitalised World”
Brussels, February 16, 2026 – TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) industry, today announced the publication of its membership view on digitalising assurance services. This publication is a blueprint framework for a digitalised Quality Infrastructure: Quality Infrastructure Framework for the Digitalised World
Safety and reliability of critical infrastructure
TÜV AUSTRIA and the Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna have successfully completed their joint PhD research collaboration in the field of Structural Health Monitoring, delivering new insights and methodological advances that enhance the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure.
IMWF Institute Ranking
For the seventh time in a row:
TÜV AUSTRIA ranks among the most popular employers
According to a study conducted by IMWF Austria in cooperation with KURIER as media partner, TÜV AUSTRIA ranks among the “Most Popular Employers 2026” in Austria. This confirms the company’s position and marks the seventh consecutive year that it has been listed among the most popular employers in the Kurier ranking.
TÜV AUSTRIA #SafeSecLab dissertation receives award
Dr. Clara Wiederschwinger-Fischer receives
Dissertation Award of the City of Vienna
Clara Wiederschwinger-Fischer was one of eight PhD students who wrote their dissertation as part of the TÜV AUSTRIA #SafeSecLab—a scientific collaboration between Austria’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company and TU Wien.
End of Year Commentary & Outlook 2026
“We need optimism!”
by Dr. Stefan Haas, CEO TÜV AUSTRIA Group
In times of multiple crises, it is natural to be cautious, perhaps even pessimistic. In Austria in particular, people tend to see the glass as half empty rather than half full. However, if governments, companies and private individuals are pessimistic, there will be no more investment, neither in infrastructure, industrial plants nor private consumption. The inevitable consequence is that pessimism then becomes reality and there is a lack of impetus for economic recovery.
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Bethel High School Nanoro, Burkina Faso
Donate this Advent and support the future
In Burkina Faso, half of the population lives below the poverty line and permanent jobs are rare – at the same time, there is a shortage of skilled workers. Girls and women are particularly affected. TÜV AUSTRIA has been supporting the construction of the technical school Lycée Technique Béthel de Nanoro since 2019 and donated €15,000 again this year.
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