Second Half 2025 Performance Overview and Major Milestones
Workplace Culture Initiatives
Ananda Run – Kolkata, India
The Cotecna Kolkata team proudly participated in the Ananda Run, part of the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K. Known for its joyful and noncompetitive spirit, the event offered employees a refreshing way to celebrate fitness while connecting with thousands of runners across the city.
Health Checkup at Kolkata Office, India
Cotecna India organized a comprehensive Health Checkup Camp at its Kolkata office, reaffirming our commitment to employee wellbeing and preventive healthcare. Employees benefited from essential screenings, consultations with medical professionals, and practical guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Flu Vaccine Drive – Middle East
As part of our Health & Wellness Initiative, Cotecna Middle East, Cotecna CPS Middle East and Wimpey Laboratories held a flu vaccine drive to help protect teams against seasonal flu and other common viral infections.
Dubai Run 2025, UAE
Wimpey UAE proudly participated in the Dubai Run 2025, joining thousands of residents in one of the world’s largest community fitness events. Our team showcased strong unity, enthusiasm, and commitment to wellbeing as we represented Wimpey on this iconic Dubai Fitness Challenge platform.
Heath and Eye checkup at Wimpey Lab, Dubai, UAE
Wimpey UAE conducted a Health and Eye Checkup initiative for our employees, reinforcing our commitment to workplace wellbeing and preventive care. The session provided staff with convenient access to essential health screenings, promoting awareness and early detection for better long‑term health.
Pinktober at Dubai Office
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cotecna Middle East hosted an informative session at our Dubai office. A specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from JTS Medical Centre led the discussion, emphasizing early detection and women’s health empowerment.
Achievements
Cotecna Became India’s First ISCC CORSIA Accredited CB
Cotecna India is proud to be accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB) as the first Certification Body in India under the ISCC CORSIA scheme. This milestone underscores Cotecna’s dedication to sustainability, transparency, and adherence to global biofuel and aviation standards.
Shiva Received AS 9100 Certification and Coveted NADCAP Accreditation
Shiva Analyticals has achieved AS9100 Certification and NADCAP Accreditation for its Materials Laboratory, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to quality, reliability, and global compliance. These prestigious accreditations further strengthen Shiva Analyticals’ dedication to supporting the Aerospace, Defence, and Advanced Manufacturing industries with the highest standards of precision, consistency, and technical excellence.
Cotecna, Sri Lanka’s Strategic Partnership with National Chambers of Exporters (NCE)
Cotecna Lanka Private Limited renewed its strategic partnership with the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE). The NCE is the only trade chamber in Sri Lanka exclusively representing Sri Lankan exporters. It plays a pivotal role in supporting the country’s export community through market access facilitation, capacity building, and value-added services.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Cotecna Sri Lanka Supported the Victims of the Ditwah Cyclone.
Our team came together to distribute essential commodities including rice, lentils, milk powder, and other daily necessities to families affected by the floods. What made this effort even more meaningful was the personal contributions from our team members, who generously added to the donations.
Blood Donation Drive at Wimpey, UAE
Wimpey UAE hosted a Blood Donation Drive to encourage employees to contribute to this life‑saving cause. The initiative highlighted our commitment to community wellbeing and provided staff with a meaningful opportunity to support patients in need.
Leadership & Diplomatic Engagements
Swiss Ambassador’s Visit to India
Her Excellency Mrs. Maya Tissafi, Ambassador of Switzerland to India and Bhutan, visited India and interacted with key stakeholders at an event hosted by the SwissIndian Chambers of Commerce. She was welcomed by Mr. Subrata Saha, Business Director – CQR India and President of the SwissIndian Chamber of Commerce (India East Chapter). Discussions highlighted the evolving business environment, particularly in light of the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA).
Visit of Chief Legal Officer – Ms. Clara Beuth
Cotecna UAE had the honour of welcoming Ms. Clara Beuth, Chief Legal Officer, to multiple UAE offices. Her visit reinforced leadership’s commitment to operational excellence and crossregional collaboration.
Swiss National Day Celebration – Saudi Arabia
Cotecna Middle East supported and participated in the Swiss National Day celebration hosted by the Embassy of Switzerland in Riyadh, an event organized in collaboration with the Saudi–Swiss Business Council.
Swiss Business Council UAE Annual Gala Dinner
Cotecna proudly sponsored the annual gala dinner hosted by the Swiss Business Council UAE, bringing together distinguished business leaders, partners, and dignitaries to celebrate Swiss–UAE collaboration.
Sustainability in Action
Green Initiative by Wimpey
At Wimpey Laboratories, Dubai, a major environmental step was taken with the transition from heavy, powerintensive High-Volume Samplers to modern online air quality monitoring systems. These lightweight, solarpowered systems reduce manpower, fuel consumption, and logistics costs while ensuring continuous, reliable monitoring and faster turnaround times.
Reducing Plastic Waste – Indore Team, India
The Cotecna Indore team significantly reduced singleuse plastic through strategic improvements—most notably by upgrading sample bags to extend their lifespan from 2 uses to 4–5 uses. This initiative reduced plastic consumption by nearly 70%, contributing to environmental protection while lowering operational costs.
Carbon Neutral Certification for Shiva Analyticals, India
Shiva Analyticals achieved Carbon Neutral Certification in compliance with the globally recognized PAS 2060 standard. Verified by SCS, this certification demonstrates the company’s strong commitment to sustainability and responsible climate action.
Industry Events & Market Presence
IFS CB Conference, Berlin, Germany
Cotecna India proudly represented the organization at the IFS Certification Body Conference 2025, strengthening our engagement in advancing global food and product safety standards.
ICCMA – New Delhi, India
Our Certification (CQR) Business team participated in INDICORR EXPO 2025, the largest corrugated packaging exhibition in India, held at Greater Noida.
Coal Conference – New Delhi, India
Cotecna sponsored and attended the India Coal Conference 2025, which gathered over 750 industry leaders to discuss the future of coal in the energy transition and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
SOPA – Soy Conclave 2025, Indore, India
Cotecna Group companies participated in the Soy Conclave 2025, a premier event attracting stakeholders from across the soy value chain, including producers, processors, exporters, and regulators.
Afro World Agri Food International – Tanzania
Cotecna India showcased its expertise at the 3rd Afro World Agri Food International Exhibition in Dar es Salaam. This global platform brought together leaders across agricommodities including grains, oilseeds, spices, coffee, cocoa, cashew, and more.
BIOFACH India
Shiva Analyticals exhibited at BIOFACH India—one of the country’s leading events for the organic, natural, and millets industry.
CPHI PMEC – Pharma Expo, Greater Noida, India
Cotecna India, Shiva Analyticals, and Cotecna Life Sciences jointly represented the Cotecna Group at South Asia’s largest pharma event. Our CEO for SAME, Amit Chopra, joined the team to meet clients and reinforce our commitment to innovation and strong customer partnerships.
India International Seafood Show – New Delhi, India
The Certification Business (CQR) and Shiva Analyticals teams participated in the India International Seafood Show, part of World Food India 2025, further strengthening our presence in the seafood and food safety sectors.
India Manufacturing Show (IMS 2025), Bengaluru, India
Shiva Analyticals took part in the 7th India Manufacturing Show, a major B2B event showcasing advancements in aerospace, defence, automation, robotics, and manufacturing technologies.
IAOM MEA 2025 – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Cotecna Middle East exhibited at the 35th IAOM MEA Conference & Expo, a key global platform for innovation and insights in the milling and grain industry.
DIFSC at Dubai, UAE
Wimpey UAE was proud to participate in the Dubai International Food Safety Conference (DIFSC) alongside Cotecna Middle East. The event provided an excellent platform for the team to engage with industry experts, exchange insights, and showcase their growing capabilities in food safety, quality, and compliance.
About Cotecna
For over 50 years, we have been supporting agriculture, food and pharma, minerals and metals, and consumer products supply chains all over the world. We provide testing, inspection, and certification services to help our clients navigate evolving regulations, ensure product compliance, and support their sustainability journey.