HONG KONG, June 25 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Global expansion, sustainability solutions, and innovation were the hallmarks of a strong 2012-13 fiscal year for CSA Group, a leading standards development organization and a global provider of product testing and certification services. The organization gathered in Calgary this week for its annual conference and today announced its 2012-13 results.
"At CSA Group, our vision is a better, safer, more sustainable world where standards work for people and business," said Ash Sahi, President and CEO of CSA Group. "We're pleased to report that in 2012-13, we were able to deliver solutions for customers around the world who want access to markets for their products, members who expect value from their association, and regulators and consumers who need credible proof of safer and sustainable products and practices."
Revenues during this fiscal year totalled US$256 million, an increase of eight percent over the previous year. Achievements included the opening of six new laboratories around the globe, the hiring of new talent worldwide, solidifying of a single global brand, and investment in critical service initiatives to strengthen the organization's competitiveness.
"The past year's achievements are due to the support and contribution of outstanding individuals, including our employees, valued customers, dedicated members, and Board of Directors," added Mr. Sahi.
Highlights of 2012-13
Throughout 2012-13, CSA Group was focused on initiatives that would enhance safety, social good and sustainability globally. These included:
About CSA Group
CSA Group is an independent, not-for-profit membership association dedicated to safety, social good and sustainability. Its knowledge and expertise encompass standards development; training and advisory solutions; global testing and certification services across key business areas including hazardous locations and industrial, plumbing and construction, medical, safety and technology, appliances and gas, alternative energy, lighting and sustainability; as well as consumer product evaluation services. The CSA certification mark appears on billions of products worldwide. For more information about CSA Group visit www.csagroup.org
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