Global Inspection company strengthens commitment to sustainable inspections and Net Zero goals
SQS, a Stockport-headquartered global inspection and supply chain assurance company, has achieved Certified B Corporation (B Corp) status, joining a growing movement of businesses using their influence as a force for good.
Fewer than 0.01% of businesses worldwide are B Corp certified — making SQS the only inspection company globally in their field to achieve this certification. Verified by B Lab, the certification confirms SQS meets B Lab’s high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
With more than 35 years of expertise and a network of 2,000 inspectors working across 48 countries, SQS provides inspection, vendor assessment, and expediting services that help businesses ensure quality, reduce risk, and strengthen supply chains. The company is already carbon neutral and committed to reaching Net Zero by 2030, with sustainability embedded into every stage of its operations.
Lisa Roberts, Managing Director of SQS, said: “Becoming a B Corp is a proud milestone for SQS because it recognises the values that guide our business every day. Our team is passionate about delivering inspection services with integrity, care, and a genuine commitment to making a positive difference—for our clients, our communities, and the environment. This certifi cation is independent proof that we put people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.”
The certification is a natural next step for SQS, which has pioneered sustainable innovation - from Remote AI Inspections that reduce emissions from global travel, to SQS – Your Sustainability Journey, a framework that helps organisations achieve their Net Zero and ESG goals.
For clients and partners across industries, the certification provides independent validation that SQS operates to rigorous ethical and sustainability benchmarks. It also reflects decades of investment in employee wellbeing, innovation, and global client support — strengthening SQS’s reputation as a world-class consultancy partner rooted in Greater Manchester.
Chris Turner, executive director of B Lab UK, says: “We are delighted to welcome SQS to the B Corp community. This is a movement of companies that are committed to changing how business operates and believe business really can be a force for good. We know that SQS is going to be a fantastic addition to the community and will continue driving the conversation forward.”
About SQS SQS is a global inspection and supply chain assurance company specialising in the energy sector. With inspectors in 48 countries and over 35 years of expertise, SQS delivers trusted inspection, vendor assessment, and expediting services that improve quality, reduce costs, and minimise risk across global supply chains. The company also supports the energy sector’s transition to Net Zero through its ‘Your Sustainability’ service, providing tailored carbon reduction strategies, scenario planning, and live emissions tracking. SQS is carbon neutral and committed to achieving Net Zero by 2030.
About B Lab B Lab is a nonprofit transforming the global economy to benefit people, communities, and the planet. To date, the B Corp community includes over 10,000 certified companies across 102 countries and 162 industries. Learn more at bcorporation.net.