The Akkreditierung Austria is Austria's national accreditation body, responsible for accrediting organizations involved in testing, calibration, certification, and inspection services. Established in 1999, Akkreditierung Austria operates under the Federal Ministry for Digital and Economic Affairs. Its primary role is to ensure that conformity assessment bodies in Austria meet rigorous international standards of competence and reliability, thus supporting the quality, safety, and efficiency of products and services across various industries.

Akkreditierung Austria collaborates with numerous national and international organizations to uphold high standards of accreditation. It is a full member of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). Through these memberships, Akkreditierung Austria participates in mutual recognition arrangements that facilitate the global acceptance of test and calibration results, certifications, and inspection reports issued by accredited Austrian bodies. These international partnerships help reduce technical barriers to trade and enhance the global competitiveness of Austrian products and services.

To maintain its leadership in accreditation, Akkreditierung Austria continuously updates its accreditation criteria and processes to align with international best practices. It provides essential services, including the accreditation of laboratories, certification bodies, and inspection agencies. By ensuring the quality and reliability of these services, Akkreditierung Austria supports regulatory compliance, consumer protection, and industrial innovation. For more detailed information about Akkreditierung Austria’s initiatives and impact, please visit their official website.