Cotecna is excited to announce the opening of its new 12,000 sq. ft. Softlines Testing Laboratory in Tiruppur on December 19th, 2024. The grand inauguration was led by Amit Chopra, CEO for South Asia and the Middle East, alongside Nalin Singla, Regional Director, and Sumit Singh, Director of Agriculture and Verification of Conformity (VOC). This expansion reaffirms Cotecna’s commitment to strengthening its footprint in key markets and continuing to provide world-class testing and quality assurance solutions for retailers, manufacturers, brands, and suppliers.

The newly inaugurated laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and machinery, offering comprehensive services including material testing, quality inspection, and certification, specifically designed for the textile and apparel sectors. Amit Chopra shared, "Our Tirupur laboratory is fully equipped to provide a range of services that help manufacturers meet both domestic and international quality standards, ensuring excellence in every product we test."

Cotecna CPS (formerly known as Geochem Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.) is proud of its longstanding expertise in providing testing and inspection solutions across diverse industries, including textile and apparel, toys, hardlines, leather and footwear, and analytical inspections. The company has earned prestigious accreditations, such as ISO 17025 and ISO 9001, and operates with a robust quality system that passes through stringent audits from various accreditation bodies, including NABL, QAI, BIS, ASTM, AATCC, SASO, CPSC, ESMA, and EN. Cotecna’s state-of-the-art facilities and team of highly skilled professionals have earned the company a reputation as a trusted name in the laboratory services sector, with a presence in India, Bangladesh, and the UAE.

The new laboratory in Tirupur strengthens Cotecna’s position as a leader in testing, inspection, and certification, reinforcing its commitment to delivering reliable and precise solutions to meet the needs of its growing customer base in the region.