04 Oct 2011

Intertek (LSE: ITRK), a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world, today announced that it will showcase a growing range of consulting, auditing, certification, testing and inspection services at the International Oil and Gas Exhibition (KIOGE) October 5 – 8th, 2011 at the Atakent Exhibition Centre and Intercontinental Hotel in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

KIOGE provides industry insights, revealing key market trends in the oil and gas industry and providing opportunities for companies to showcase developments in local industry and collaborate with representatives of all business streams. Intertek Moody supports a number of efforts for the Kazakhstan market, offering risk-reducing technical services such as vendor and site inspection, expediting, site construction support, and technical staffing services. Some of the major pipeline projects for which Intertek Moody’s services have been utilized include the Kazakhstan to China oil Pipeline (KCP), the Asian Gas Pipeline (AGP), and Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) Oil Pipeline Replacement Project.

Intertek Moody leads the way in certified auditor and HSE training, management systems certification, and Certified Welder Inspector (CWI) training through the American Welding Society (AWS).  With more than 46,000 active clients globally, Intertek Moody is a leading global provider of management systems certification to such international standards as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and ISO 22000.  Additionally, Intertek Moody is an approved company providing CWI training on behalf of AWS, and one of the world’s top providers of IRCA-registered auditor training.

Intertek Moody will address key trends and topics for the Kazakhstan oil and gas market at KIOGE and be on hand to discuss industry issues such as:

  • As the global impact of exploration and production activities change, there will be new opportunities coupled with new challenges for this industry. Currently, Intertek Moody is leading strategic efforts on this front including analytical and consulting services
  • The oil and gas market will continue to advance and touch other industries more so than ever on a global scale. Specifically, the environmental support many companies will need will only continue to increase. Intertek Moody also can address the types of services companies should consider such as enhanced oil and gas recovery modelling, core and reservoir evaluation, flow assurance, and chemical management processes.
  • Opportunities in Kazakhstan exist for the oil and gas market. However, companies in this country need to be prepared for the changing landscape. Intertek Moody experts can address these opportunities and the need for quality control, cargo inspection, troubleshooting and much more.

To meet with an Intertek Moody executive at KIOGE, visit the booth at Pavilion 9, stand 85. For more information, please visit www.intertek.com.

About Intertek
Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace. Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and 30,000 people in over 100 countries around the world.  Intertek Group plc (LSE: ITRK) is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index.  Visit: www.intertek.com

For Market Inquiries:
Cyril Bainbridge
Country Manager, Intertek Moody Kazakhstan
Direct:  +7 7122 325698
Email: cyril.bainbridge@intertek.com