Sbsc

What Sbsc does

SBSC (Svensk Brand- och Säkerhetscertifiering AB) is a Stockholm-based, association-owned certification body founded in 1997, accredited by SWEDAC (accreditation number 1631) across approximately 30 scopes and designated as EU Notified Body No. 2391 under the Construction Products Regulation. It issues independent third-party certifications in four core lines: company certification (Företagscertifiering), person certification (Personcertifiering), product certification (Produktcertifiering), and management-system certification (Systemcertifiering), spanning SBF and SSF sector standards, ISO 9001/14001/27001/45001, FR2000, ISO 26000 verification, and the European EN 50518 standard for alarm receiving centres. The company is owned by Brandskyddsföreningen (Swedish Fire Protection Association) and Stöldskyddsföreningen (Swedish Theft Prevention Association), which jointly issue the SBF and SSF standards SBSC certifies against; operating surplus flows back to these parents for standards development, research, and community projects.

The operating platform is a web-based client portal (kundportal.sbsc.se) running on Azure with Cloudflare CDN, supporting certification applications, document submission, examination booking, certificate management, and automated recertification initiation 9–12 months before expiry. Revenue is generated through a hybrid model: non-refundable application fees (e.g., 4,610 SEK for Cybersäkerhet BAS), recurring annual licence fees for use of the certification mark (e.g., 2,480 SEK), multi-year system-certification contracts, product-certification fees that include factory inspection under System 5, on-site audit/revision fees, and per-attempt exam fees beyond three included attempts. Distribution is primarily direct via the portal and an inside-sales function, with person-certification examinations delivered across Stockholm, Umeå, Göteborg, and Malmö, and EN 50518 audits conducted across Europe.

SBSC serves five primary customer segments: fire and security installation and inspection companies, individual professionals in fire/security trades, product manufacturers of fire and security equipment, organisations seeking ISO management-system certification, and private individuals seeking certified-product guidance. Named certified entities visible on the company site include Securitas, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Assa Abloy, Gunnebo, SOS Alarm, Certego, Bravida, Avarn, Afry, Biltema, Malmö Stad, Försvarsmakten, and Finlarm, indicating a distributed B2B and B2G customer base anchored in Nordic fire, security, and infrastructure operators. The publicly searchable certificate registry on sbsc.se receives several thousand monthly visits from procurement officers, functioning as both a verification utility and a marketing channel that reinforces brand value for certified suppliers.

Name

Sbsc

Legal name

Svensk Brand- och Säkerhetscertifiering AB

Website

https://sbsc.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SBSC (Svensk Brand- och Säkerhetscertifiering AB) is the Nordic region's leading SWEDAC-accredited certification body, certifying companies, professionals, and products against fire, security, and information-security standards since 1997.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Certification Services

NAICS

Investigation and Security Services (5616)

akta.pro primary industry

Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Advisory (BPAKADAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Platforms (BPAEAPAA)

Keywords

• Fire safety certification
• Security certification services
• ISO management systems
• Product compliance testing
• Cybersecurity certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockholm

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Certification application fees: Clients pay an application fee upon submission of a certification request. The application fee is non-refundable and is invoiced when the application is submitted. For example, Cybersäkerhet BAS has an application fee of 4,610 SEK excl. VAT.
2. Annual licensing fees: Clients pay an annual license fee (licensavgift) billed in advance for the right to use the SBSC certification mark. For Cybersäkerhet BAS, the annual license fee is 2,480 SEK excl. VAT. Revenue is recurring during the validity period of the certificate.
3. Recertification and upgrade fees: When a certificate's validity period expires, clients undergo recertification (förnyad certifiering) which generates a new application fee. Upgrades when new versions of standards are issued also generate fees. Recertification applications are initiated automatically through the client portal approximately 9-12 months before expiry.
4. Revision/audit fees: SBSC charges fees for on-site audits and revisions. If a client cancels a scheduled audit less than two weeks before the agreed date without valid reason, SBSC may invoice the full estimated audit cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

SBSC is an independent, SWEDAC-accredited certification body that certifies companies, persons, products and management systems against fire safety, physical security, cybersecurity and quality standards (SBF, SSF, ISO 9001/14001/27001/45001/26000, FR2000, EN 50518). It operates a web-based client portal for applications and document handling, conducts on-site audits across Sweden and Europe, and maintains a public registry of valid certificates. The company is owned by the Swedish Fire Protection Association (Brandskyddsföreningen) and the Swedish Theft Prevention Association (Stöldskyddsföreningen).

Product overview

SBSC (Svensk Brand- och Säkerhetscertifiering) is a certification body offering four core certification services: Företagscertifiering (company certification), Personcertifiering (person certification), Produktcertifiering (product certification), and Systemcertifiering (system certification). These services certify companies, individuals, and products against various standards and norms within fire safety, security, cybersecurity, information security, quality, environment, and occupational health and safety. Specific certification standards include SSF 1101 Cybersäkerhet BAS, ISO 27001, ISO 26000, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, FR2000, and EN 50518. The organization operates a customer portal for applications and certificate management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Företagscertifiering (Company Certification) Certification service for companies demonstrating competence and quality as serious providers of fire and security solutions. Covers fire protection, intrusion protection and cybersecurity, increasing profitability, competitiveness and reliability for installation and inspection firms.
• Personcertifiering (Person Certification) Certification service validating individual expertise in fire and security roles including fire alarm engineers, sprinkler specialists, lock technicians, CCTV engineers, security consultants and cybersecurity consultants. Delivered through examinations at locations across Sweden with three exam attempts bundled in the application fee.
• Produktcertifiering (Product Certification) Certification service for fire safety and security products ensuring compliance with national and international standards. Covers fire alarms, sprinklers, locks, surveillance systems, intrusion alarms, security doors, vehicle protection, safes, vaults, IoT products and building components. Includes System 5 factory inspections for recurring compliance verification.
• Systemcertifiering (System Certification) Certification service for management systems including ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety), ISO 27001 (information security), ISO 26000 (sustainability declaration verification) and FR2000 business management standard. Pricing is quote-based and depends on scope and complexity.
• SSF 1101 Cybersäkerhet BAS Basic cybersecurity certification providing concrete measures to strengthen protection of information assets. Conducted through digital self-declaration where applicants answer questions linked to requirements in SSF 1101, with results forming a GAP analysis for certification decisions.
• ISO 27001 Informationssäkerhet Information security, cybersecurity and data protection management system certification. Provides organizations with a recognized framework for managing sensitive information, applicable across industries.
• ISO 26000 Verifiering av hållbarhetsdeklaration Verification service for organizations' sustainability declarations according to ISO 26000, covering social responsibility areas including working conditions, environment, business ethics and human rights.
• EN 50518 Larmcentraler (Monitoring and Alarm Receiving Centres) European standard certification for monitoring and alarm receiving centres. An SBSC EN 50518 certification is valid throughout the entire European market, eliminating the need for separate national certifications. SBSC conducts on-site audits throughout Europe.
• Certifierad Expert Säkerhetsskydd (CES) Person certification for security protection experts, providing independent third-party validation of competence in security protection roles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Certificate valid for 3 years for Cybersäkerhet BAS (SSF 1101) with annual license fee
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• QnetminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 March 2026Qnet is a network working to ensure female growth in the security industry. SBSC is a proud sponsor of Qnet, supporting the network's efforts to promote gender diversity in the fire and security sector.
• European Fire and Security Group (EFSG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSBSC is a member of the European Fire and Security Group (EFSG), a platform for competence in testing and certification consisting of established certification bodies working together with associated testing laboratories. The membership ensures quality assurance of security systems and facilitates supplier entry into the European market.
• Brandskyddsföreningen (Swedish Fire Protection Association)coreOthersBrandskyddsföreningen (Swedish Fire Protection Association) is one of the two owners of SBSC (Svensk Brand- och Säkerhetscertifiering AB). SBSC holds a permit from Brandskyddsföreningen to certify against SBF norms and standards. Any surplus from SBSC's operations goes to Brandskyddsföreningen for development and maintenance of standards, research, and societal projects.
• Stöldskyddsföreningen (Swedish Theft Prevention Association)coreOthersStöldskyddsföreningen (Swedish Theft Prevention Association) is one of the two owners of SBSC (Svensk Brand- och Säkerhetscertifiering AB). SBSC holds a permit from Stöldskyddsföreningen to certify against SSF norms and standards. Any surplus from SBSC's operations goes to Stöldskyddsföreningen for development and maintenance of standards, research, and societal projects.
• SWEDAC (Swedish Accreditation Body)coreOthersSBSC is accredited by SWEDAC (accreditation number 1631), Sweden's national accreditation body. SBSC holds approximately 30 accreditations covering company, person, product, and management system certifications. Accreditations include Notified Body status under the EU Construction Products Regulation and compliance with ISO/IEC 17021, 17029, 17065, and 17024.
• Schneider ElectricminorOthersSBSC provides company-specific verification services in collaboration with Schneider Electric, offering independent third-party verification that competencies, operations, or processes meet specified requirements. This includes verification for Schneider Electric certified installers in Sweden.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SGS: SGS is one of the world's largest TIC companies, providing ISO management system certification, product testing, and inspection services. It competes with SBSC for Nordic enterprise certification work across quality, environmental, and information security standards.
• DNV: DNV is one of the world's largest certification bodies, directly competing with SBSC in ISO 9001/14001/27001/45001 management system certification and broader fire/security TIC services. Both organizations serve Nordic enterprises with accredited certification offerings.
• Bureau Veritas: Bureau Veritas is a global testing, inspection and certification (TIC) major with overlapping ISO management system and product certification offerings. It competes with SBSC for Nordic enterprise certification mandates across quality, environment, and information security standards.
• TÜV Rheinland: TÜV Rheinland is a major European TIC provider offering ISO system certification, product testing, and fire/security-related certifications. It overlaps with SBSC in management system certification and competes for the same Nordic enterprise customers.
• AFNOR Certification: AFNOR Certification is the French certification body owned by the AFNOR industry association, structurally similar to SBSC's industry-association ownership model. It offers comparable ISO and sector-specific certifications across European markets, including cybersecurity.
• Intertek: Intertek is a global Total Quality Assurance provider offering management system, product, and cybersecurity certification. It directly overlaps with SBSC's ISO 27001 and broader system certification portfolio for Nordic clients.
• Kiwa: Kiwa is a European TIC leader, particularly strong in fire safety, water, gas, and product certification across Northern Europe. It is one of the closest direct competitors to SBSC in Nordic fire and security certification.

Regional players

• RISE Research Institutes of Sweden: RISE is Sweden's national research and innovation partner, with testing, certification, and standards-related services that overlap with SBSC's fire and security portfolio. Both serve Swedish public and private sector clients with accredited conformity assessment.
• VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland: VTT is a Finnish state-owned research and testing organization providing certification, product testing, and safety assessment services. It is a regional peer of SBSC in Nordic fire, security, and product conformity assessment.
• Nemko: Nemko is a Norwegian-headquartered TIC organization offering testing and certification across the Nordic region and globally. It overlaps with SBSC in product certification and electrical/fire safety standards in Northern Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SBSCse
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/svensk-brand--och-s-kerhetscertifiering-ab

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Sbsc