In 2014, SGS invested in GMO, pesticides residues and dioxin testing to better serve Ukraine's growing agrarian economy.

In Odessa, our facility now offers genetically modified organism polymerase chain reaction (GMO PCR) testing. Following investment in unique equipment for pesticide residues and dioxin testing, this lab is now also able to test for and identify the presence of these substances in agricultural products. The recent installation of state of the art quantitative detection equipment has significantly improved our laboratory capabilities.

Opened in 2014, SGS's newest facility in Ukraine is our microbiological laboratory, which started delivering testing services in December 2014. Following a successful audit, this lab has been awarded International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) accreditation. At the present time, clients using this facility receive certificates just 3-4 days after loading is completed.

Our team drew on experience from across SGS's agriculture services business to ensure that all new testing services were implemented and available as quickly as possible, without compromising quality.

Plans are already in place to support clients during Ukraine's hot summer season. Our labs will operate around the clock to deliver sampling and test results as quickly as possible.

These investments allow us to tailor service packages to each client's specific requirements.

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For further information, please contact:

Eduard Ershov
Business Manager
Atamana Golovatogo 40/42
Odessa 65003
Ukraine
t: +380-48-7869600

About SGS

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 80,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1,650 offices and laboratories around the world.

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