EFBE and SGS unite to set new standards in bicycle and e-bike compliance

Based in Waltrop, Germany, with a subsidiary in Taichung, Taiwan, EFBE brings over 30 years of expertise in testing bicycles, e-bikes and components. Their services include advanced testing solutions, test bench design, laboratory and manufacturing audits and specialized training and consultancy.

By integrating EFBEs expertise, SGS is now able to provide more localized, comprehensive solutions across compliance, safety and quality assurance. Together, they offer faster, broader support across key service areas, including:
Structural and fatigue testing
Mechanical and electrical safety
Battery safety and range performance
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Functional safety and cybersecurity
Chemical compliance

EFBEs customers will benefit from continued dedicated service alongside access to SGSs extensive global resources, driving greater innovation and growth.

Marcus Schrder, Managing Director of EFBE Prftechnik GmbH, said:
“This step ensures a strong, long-term future for EFBE’s customers and employees. SGS provides excellent resources for further growth and success.

Joe Chen, Global Head, Hardlines and Automotive, Connectivity & Products for SGS, added:
“By combining EFBEs specialized expertise with our global reach, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industry in driving innovation, raising safety standards and delivering faster, more accessible testing solutions worldwide.”

Together, SGS and EFBE are ready to set new standards in quality and compliance, helping cyclists worldwide trust the products they use.

For further information, please contact:
Tomislav Krolo
Business Development Manager, Connectivity & Products
Tel: +49 6128 744-594

Marcus Schrder
Managing Director, EFBE
Tel: +49 2309 78407-12

Vanessa Lin
Global Ebike Product Manager, Connectivity & Products
Tel: +886 2 2299 3279 #3507

About SGS
SGS is the worlds leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise when you need to be sure underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

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