18 Dec 2012

Oporto, Portugal – Intertek, the leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide, has expanded its global network of laboratory services with the opening of a food laboratory in Oporto, specialising in food, water microbiology and nutritional testing.

The new laboratory is highly advanced and boasts state-of-the-art testing equipment such as the Dynex Elisa System DS2, and the SMART Trac II system, which use a unique combination of advanced technology and reliable drying capability to obtain food oils, fats and moisture quantification results.

The laboratory is managed by a team of experts with years of experience in the food and water industry, serving producers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers to ensure the quality and security of their products and raw materials. The laboratory is strategically located in Oporto serving all of Portugal and the western part of the Spain, including Galicia and Madrid.

This expansion of food analytical services within its global network of laboratories reflects the important role Intertek plays within the increasingly global food supply chain and is evidence that Intertek is committed to the safety and quality assurance of food products. 

Chetan Parmar, Global Vice President, Food & Agricultural Services said: “This excellent new facility not only complements our existing laboratories but marks an important step in developing our expanding network.  The Oporto facility uses the latest technology to supports a multitude of testing requirements delivering a superior service both regionally and internationally. We are thrilled to add this site and its team of experts to Intertek."

For more information about Intertek Food & Agri services:

Contacts
Pedro Magalhaes
Food Services Manager – Intertek Portugal
Tel: +351 22 9998080

Media contacts
Natalie Smith
Global Marketing Manager – Food & Agri Services
Tel: + 44 (0) 161 245 8077

Iker Albestain
Marketing Manager – Intertek Spain
Tel: +34 94 435 4460

About Intertek
Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing to 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 33,000 people in over 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries. Visit: www.intertek.com