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Amtivo provides Certification, Inspection and Training services to national and local Government bodies, multi-nationals, enterprise clients and SMEs in over 40 countries globally.
Our vision is to inspire and enable organisations globally to reach their true potential, by making governance, compliance and inspection a truly positive and valuable experience.
Our purpose is to support our clients’ success by adopting a partnership approach, leveraging our sector leading expertise, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Following the merger of Certification Europe and EQA with Amtivo Group, we are delighted to have undergone a rebrand to represent Amtivo in Ireland.
The Amtivo brand was established in Ireland in July 2024 following the Group’s acquisition of two highly regarded Irish certification bodies, Certification Europe and EQA. The same Ireland-based teams you know and love from both organisations remain – they simply have a new identity as part of the Amtivo family. The well-respected certification body, BQAI, was then acquired in June 2025 and integrated into the Amtivo brand in September 2025, expanding expertise as well as the local Ireland-based team.
Find out more about these successful businesses, below.
Since it was founded in 1999, Certification Europe has developed into a highly respected player in the certification, inspection, and training markets, both locally and internationally. Their journey saw the opening of international offices in Japan, Italy, and the UK, and the launch of an inspection services division. Recognised for their exceptional workplace culture and customer service, they earned accolades such as the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award and recognition as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. Certification Europe always aimed to inspire and enable organisations to reach their full potential through strong client relationships, leveraging their sector-leading expertise. They pride themselves on delivering an unrivalled customer experience, driven by an exceptional team and global insights, and will continue to do so as part of the Amtivo group.
Established in 1995, EQA has been a pioneer in providing impartial third-party certification for Management Systems. Over the years, they expanded their services to include the certification of Security Systems, specifically for Private Security Authority (PSA) licensing. Their core philosophy, centred on delivering personalised attention to all clients, ensured their clients received the highest standards of service. Accredited by the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB) for multiple certifications and approved by the Private Security Authority, EQA was renowned for its insightful auditing approach. Their diverse panel of auditors, equipped with extensive industry experience, ensured that every certification journey was both supportive and rigorous. Now, as a proud member of the Amtivo group, they leverage global insights to continually enhance best practices and innovate their services as part of a larger Ireland-based team, following their merger with Certification Europe.
Founded in 2001, Business Quality Assurance International Ltd (BQAI) has earned a strong reputation in Ireland as a trusted provider of ISO certification and training services. Accredited by the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB), BQAI has delivered assessments for a range of internationally recognised standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 27001. With a commitment to delivering audits that add real value, BQAI has been known for its practical, client-focused approach and emphasis on continual improvement. Their mission to support Irish organisations in achieving globally recognised certification has helped build long-term relationships grounded in professionalism, trust, and integrity. Now part of the Amtivo group, BQAI continues to serve clients across Ireland with the same dedication – backed by the strength and scale of a global certification leader.
We know what it takes to deliver results and are fiercely proud of the work we do.
We combine exceptional people, global expertise, and thought-leading insights to help our clients’ businesses excel.
When working with Amtivo, from the outset, you will discover that our knowledgeable and approachable teams are here to assist you at every stage of your certification journey.
As a proud member of the Amtivo group, our global reach and international expertise is further enhanced with related companies in the UK, USA, Norway, Italy, and Japan.
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