Intertek Acquires Solar Lab Assets from Mitsui Chemicals in India

Intertek has acquired a state-of-the-art solar PV laboratory from Mitsui Chemicals India in Ahmedabad, significantly bolstering its footprint in India's rapidly expanding renewable energy sector. This strategic move enables Intertek to offer comprehensive, globally accredited testing and certification services (ISO 17025, BIS, IECEE CB Scheme). The acquisition positions Intertek to support India's ambitious 2030 solar energy targets, aiding local manufacturers in improving product quality and facilitating international market access through harmonized protocols.

Intertek Group plc has strategically acquired a state-of-the-art solar PV laboratory from Mitsui Chemicals India in Ahmedabad, significantly enhancing its Total Quality Assurance services within India's burgeoning renewable energy sector. This move aligns with India's ambitious clean energy transition, targeting 500 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity by 2030, including 280 GW from solar energy, which fuels a rapid demand for reliable quality assurance.The newly acquired facility is equipped to provide comprehensive testing services for solar installations, materials, and components. Notably, it boasts ISO 17025 accreditation and offers certifications conforming to BIS standards and the IECEE CB Scheme. This robust accreditation ensures that Indian solar manufacturers can elevate their product quality, while international companies benefit from faster, more dependable access to global markets through harmonized testing protocols.Furthermore, the laboratory is poised to streamline efficiency across the entire solar value chain. By delivering accurate and standardized testing, it will expedite time-to-market for products and ensure compliance with stringent global quality benchmarks, which is particularly vital for companies scaling operations in India or expanding their international presence. Intertek emphasized that this acquisition strengthens its risk-based Quality Assurance solutions and solidifies its leadership in renewable energy assurance, especially in western India, building upon the capabilities of Intertek CEA for end-to-end solar industry solutions.