BUREAU VERITAS SA UNS/ADR - BVVBY STOCK NEWS

Bureau Veritas has launched a new training course titled Power of Brand - Measure your Intangible Assets to Enhance Sustainability and Growth, aimed at helping leaders assess brand equity and intangible assets. Developed with Avasta Inc., this course addresses the growing importance of brand measurement in the digital economy, guided by the ISO 20671:2019 Brand Evaluation Standard. This initiative enhances financial brand measurement training, thereby empowering professionals to identify opportunities to boost company value. The course consists of a two-hour overview and two three-day sessions.

Bureau Veritas has appointed Riad Habib as the new Senior Vice President of Energy and Industry in North America, effective immediately. Riad, with nearly two decades of experience in the energy sector, will lead a team of over 2,000 members to enhance sustainability and renewable energy solutions. His responsibilities include overseeing various CAPEX and OPEX project support services. The CEO of Bureau Veritas North America, Shawn Till, expressed optimism about Riad's leadership during a critical time for the energy sector.

Bureau Veritas has launched the Bureau Veritas STEM Scholars Program in partnership with the STEM Educational Institute and Madison Square Boys & Girls Club. This initiative targets high school students from under-resourced communities in New York City, aiming to equip them with essential STEM skills for workforce readiness. Starting June 28, 2021, the program includes hands-on training, financial stipends, and scholarships through a 529 College Savings Plan. Bureau Veritas emphasizes its commitment to corporate social responsibility and developing future STEM professionals.

Bureau Veritas has acquired Bradley Construction Management, a leader in project management for the renewable energy sector, to enhance its capabilities in clean energy services. Founded in 2013, Bradley has supported over 10,000 MW of renewable projects in the U.S. The acquisition is aimed at positioning Bureau Veritas as a premier provider in the TIC (testing, inspection, and certification) market for renewable energy, particularly as demand for green energy rises. This strategic move is expected to broaden service offerings and strengthen Bureau Veritas' market presence.

Bureau Veritas has expanded its elevator division to include design and testing of façade access systems. This development aims to provide architects, developers, and property owners with a complete portfolio of inspection and testing services. The company has a rich history of nearly 200 years in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services and is committed to ensuring safety and compliance with building codes. A seasoned technical team led by Lance McMasters, an expert in façade access systems, will spearhead these new service offerings from their Houston base.

Bureau Veritas has upgraded its California Technical Competence Center to include 5G Device Certification Testing capabilities. Aiming to help electronics manufacturers and technology integrators, the company will host a 5G virtual conference on September 30, 2020. This 120-minute event will feature industry experts discussing various aspects of 5G technology, compliance, and performance testing. Bureau Veritas, a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, has over 78,000 employees globally and is publicly traded on Euronext Paris under the symbol BVI.

Bureau Veritas, a leader in testing and inspection services, has partnered with the Boston Harbor Hotel to implement the SafeGuard™ Hygiene Excellence Program. This initiative aims to support the hospitality sector's safe operational restart amid evolving health mandates. Boston Harbor Hotel, recognized as Boston's only waterfront Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond hotel, will receive the SafeGuard™ Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label after comprehensive hygiene audits and protocol development. The move reflects a commitment to guest and employee safety.

Bureau Veritas has divested its US Emissions Monitoring business unit to Alliance Holdings, closing the transaction on September 1, 2020. This strategic move allows Bureau Veritas to focus on its core quality assurance services for oil and gas projects in North America while facilitating the expansion of its Energy business, particularly in renewables. The divestiture involves approximately 130 employees and aims to ensure a smooth transition for existing customers. Bureau Veritas remains committed to collaborating with Alliance to meet client needs in the Energy sector.

The ioXt Alliance has certified a wide range of IoT devices, including cell phones, smart home products, and automotive technologies, through its Certification Program, focusing on security and transparency. Bureau Veritas' 7layers in Germany has been authorized as a test lab for compliance verification, ensuring devices meet ioXt security standards. The ioXt SmartCert awarded to compliant devices enhances consumer confidence in IoT security. Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing and certification, offers specialized services for various consumer products.