Committing to a safe energy transition with sustainable growth
DEKRA invests over €10 million in future-proof testing facilities for energy transition technologies
DEKRA Certification B.V. announces a strategic investment of over €10 million to expand its testing facilities in Arnhem, the Netherlands. This investment reinforces DEKRA's position as a reliable international partner for safety and sustainability testing and highlights its commitment to supporting the energy transition.
The investment will enable the expansion of the Arnhem testing facilities with another state-of-the-art laboratory. The new facilities will provide manufacturers of innovative solutions with high-quality and efficient testing and certification services, that will focus on technologies that are critical for the energy transition, such as charging solutions, grid digitalization, cybersecurity, and safety testing.
Responding to increasing digitalization
The rapid digitalization of systems and the complexity of new technologies demand robust testing and certification processes. DEKRA’s new facilities will not only address current market requirements but also anticipate future challenges in the energy and technology sectors. This is a tangible step toward working together with industries, governments, and other stakeholders for a safe and sustainable transition to new energy sources and technologies.
Additionally, DEKRA enhances its advanced automotive testing services, addressing the specific complexities of products for the automotive industry, including testing of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and EV charging stations, testing under specific climate circumstances and several other mobility technologies.
Looking ahead to a sustainable future
"The energy transition and sustainable technologies are at the heart of a safe future," says Bram Holtus, Managing Director of DEKRA Certification B.V. "With this investment, we are preparing for the future and enabling our partners to develop innovative solutions that are safe and reliable. We continue to invest in our foundation of safety, security and sustainability while focusing on progress and technological innovation."
2025 marks DEKRA's 100th anniversary, an impressive milestone that the organization uses not only to reflect on a long history of assuring safety and building expertise but also to look ahead toward a sustainable future. With their investment, DEKRA builds on a solid foundation to address the challenges of today and tomorrow.
About DEKRA
For 100 years, DEKRA has been a trusted name in safety. Founded in 1925 with the original goal of improving road safety through vehicle inspections, DEKRA has grown to become the world's largest independent, non-listed expert organization in the field of testing, inspection, and certification. Today, as a global partner, the company supports its customers with comprehensive services and solutions to drive safety and sustainability forward—fully aligned with DEKRA’s anniversary motto, "Securing the Future." In 2024, DEKRA generated a revenue of 4.3 billion euros. Around 48,000 employees are providing qualified and independent expert services in approximately 60 countries across five continents. DEKRA holds a Platinum rating from EcoVadis, placing it among the top 1% of the world’s most sustainable companies.