Bureau Veritas Secures Consignment Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) Renewal in Zimbabwe

Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection and certification, has renewed its mandate for the Consignment Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) programme with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Zimbabwe. This 5-year contract award reaffirms Bureau Veritas' role in supporting Zimbabwe's trade integrity and consumer safety.

For the past decade, Bureau Veritas has been a key partner of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA), ensuring that regulated goods entering Zimbabwe meet conformity standards and pioneering the CBCA programme. These include food, agricultural products, building materials, electrical products, clothing accessories, automotive, and petroleum products.

Under the renewed contract, Bureau Veritas will continue to deliver conformity assessment services across two major categories:

General Goods – This includes a wide range of regulated products such as food and beverages, building materials, cosmetics, chemicals, electrical appliances, textiles, footwear, toys, and household items. These goods are subject to pre-export verification to ensure compliance with Zimbabwean standards and international regulations.

Motor Vehicles & Spare Parts – This category covers motor vehicles under 10 years old, trailers, tires, brake pads, lighting systems, and other automotive spare parts. All items must meet roadworthiness and safety standards, with inspections conducted by accredited stations.

Bertrand Martin, Bureau Veritas Senior Vice President for Africa, said: "This contract renewal represents more than business continuity – it demonstrates Zimbabwe's confidence in Bureau Veritas as their trusted partner for trade integrity. Over the past decade, we've not only maintained the highest standards of conformity assessment but have continuously innovated to support Zimbabwe's growing trade volumes and economic development goals. We're committed to delivering even greater value in the next five years through enhanced service delivery and cutting-edge inspection technologies."