DEKRA SE

DEKRA SE tests and certifies medical devices, providing independent testing and certification services for manufacturers in the medical technology sector. The work sits within a broader portfolio of product testing and certification, industrial inspections, cybersecurity testing and consulting, and organizational safety consulting, all delivered by a single independent expert organisation.

Founded in Berlin in 1925 as a body for voluntary technical monitoring of motor vehicles, the company marked its centenary in 2025. It now employs nearly 49,000 people and operates in more than 60 countries across six continents, positioning itself as the world's largest independent, non-listed expert organisation in testing, inspection and certification.

Technical domains extend from vehicle inspection and automotive safety to renewable energy solutions, cybersecurity, automated driving, artificial intelligence, hydrogen energy and digital transformation. Industries served include medical devices, automotive, road safety, product manufacturing and consumer goods, industrial, energy and utilities.

The organisation is independent and non-listed, with a stated focus on safety, security and sustainability across road, workplace and home environments. Its founding purpose was improving road safety and protecting people; a long-term orientation frames its work around making environments safer for future generations.