The Cotecna group of companies delivers innovative, efficient and reliable services in the fields of government inspection, scanning, risk management, certification and verification. Its work helps facilitate international trade and ensure the safe, rapid and costeffective transfer of goods between countries.Cotecna Inspection SA is the worldwide leader in government inspection contracts. Founded over 35 years ago in Switzerland, Cotecna was first established to meet the demand for professional inspection services in the Middle East. Subsequent contracts in other regions, and an expansion of the range of services offered, saw Cotecna grow to take its current position as market leader. Today, Cotecna Inspection SA holds contracts with 14 national governments.Cotecna Trade Services SA conducts verification and certification activities across a range of sectors, delivering leading-edge solutions for importers and exporters worldwide. Areas of particular expertise include : agricultural products, metals and minerals, chemical and petroleum products, marine surveys, industrial equipment surveys, vehicle inspections and consumer goods.For further information please contact us or visit our website www.cotecna.com Group Headquarters: Cotecna SA, 58, rue de la Terrassiere, PO Box 6155, CH-1211 Geneva 6.