FCI is an independent certification body specialising in aquaculture, commercial fisheries and seafood processing sectors

New Investment Into Food Certification International

New investment, by Certus Compliance Group, into Food Certification International (FCI), looks set to pave the way for the group to cement its place as a leading international player in the certification industry, to the benefit of all who appreciate the need for more streamlined certification.

Certus was established in 2011, supported by Canter Equity Partners, in order to support established companies with strong growth opportunities, particularly in the compliance-based and information services sectors.

FCI is one of a very few specialist independent certification bodies specialising in aquaculture, commercial fisheries and seafood processing sectors.

FCI's competence and reputation has been built through experience in the farmed salmon and commercial fisheries sector's

The company has taken the opportunity of investment from Certus in order to enhance core food safety and quality management standards whilst enhancing client credentials in areas such as product quality, risk management of the supply chain and environmental management.

In 2011, Certus also announced significant investment in the agri-based certification provider SFQC based in Edinburgh.

FCI provides independent, accredited inspection

Following these initial investments, the group is able to clearly differentiate itself from its competitors and develop both within the United Kingdom and internationally to the benefit of existing and new clients.

Robert Morgan, Chairman of Certus Compliance Group, said, “I am excited to be investing in another Scottish business which is set to develop into a key international player within the certification industry.

“We are able to offer clients access to key standards they require from within the organisations under the widening Certus Compliance and Information services Group banner.

“The Scottish food and drink industry has set itself a clear target to cement its position in an increasingly world class arena. The certification-based industry has the same ambitions and it is critical that our group supports food and drink producers, manufacturers and processors by providing a range of relevant services across the supply chain.

Martin Gill

“The level of expertise that we will be able to demonstrate will be unprecedented both in the spectrum of services offered and in terms of client service both domestically and in international markets.”

Martin Gill, Managing Director of FCI, said, “We are excited about this investment from Certus who will help us to deliver our aspiration of becoming a leading international player in our area of expertise. As part of the group, FCI will be able to offer a wider range of relevant services to our existing client base as well as provide an attractive proposition to international clients in the range, cost effectiveness and relevance of the services we provide. Being part of such a group is the start of a very exciting journey for both FCI and our clients.”

About Food Certification International

Food Certification International Ltd is an independent, accredited inspection and certification body specialising in the food sector and in particular in its area of specialisation within the aquaculture, commercial fisheries and seafood processing sectors worldwide.

Source: Scene & Herd PR/FCI

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