The well-known German TÜV organisations are one of the leading testing, evaluation and certification organisations in the world.
The TÜV SÜD Group was founded 130 years ago by German boiler operators as a private-sector regulatory body with the objective of 'protecting man, the environment and property against the adverse effects of technology' in the industrial centers of Southern Germany.
Today the TÜV SÜD Group employs more than 9.000 employees at over 500 locations in more than 60 countries around the globe.
TÜV SÜD's service portfolio consists of certifications, consultancy, inspections, tests, expert opinions, and training. It includes services such as the periodic vehicle roadworthiness testing ("TÜV sticker") in Germany, inspection of industrial plants and product testing. New areas of activity are e-business, data security and automotive development.
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TÜV SÜD is organized into three global operating divisions.
Within the three divisions, "Industry", "Mobility" and “People” there are seven business segments – Industry, Auto & Mobility, Product Service, Management Service, Automotive, TÜV Academy and Medical Psychological Institute.
Of the almost 100 biggest international organizations providing testing and certification services, TÜV SÜD is rated second worldwide in the areas 'Industry and Management Services' and 'Auto & Mobility' and rated fifth in 'Certification of Products and Systems'.
The new Fulda Exelero's performance and quality are proven and certified by the German TÜV.
For more information on TÜV SÜD please visit www.tuev-sued.com.