sicZert Zertifizierungen GmbH

What sicZert Zertifizierungen GmbH does

TÜV Rheinland AG is a German testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) company headquartered in Cologne, founded in 1872. It operates globally through an extensive network of locations and laboratories across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, serving industrial equipment manufacturers and operators, vehicle owners and fleet operators, building operators, process industry operators (chemical, oil & gas, refineries), and machine builders. The company is structured as a German public limited company (AG) under the governance of the registered association TÜV Rheinland Berlin Brandenburg Pfalz e.V., with 14+ wholly-owned subsidiaries covering vehicle safety inspection (FSP-Fahrzeug-Sicherheitsprüfung, TÜV Rheinland Kraftfahrt), product certification (TÜV Rheinland LGA Products, DIN CERTCO), non-destructive testing (TÜV Rheinland Sonovation), traffic infrastructure, and damage assessment.

The company's core service portfolio spans inspection and testing services for elevators, cranes, industrial machinery, and conveyor systems; management system and product certifications under EU directives (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG, EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230) and international standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511); periodic vehicle technical inspections (Hauptuntersuchung); specialized non-destructive testing using proprietary Phased Array ultrasonic and Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) technologies capable of operating on equipment up to 400°C without production loss; and functional safety and cybersecurity assessments for process automation. Supporting technology platforms include EquipmentOnline for paperless test management, ScanPlan proprietary software for phased array and TOFD test setup and documentation, and the Cockpit online portal for driving school exam management.

Revenue is generated through professional services billed via custom quotations, with multi-year contracts common for recurring inspections. The company maintains strict structural and procedural separation of consulting and certification activities to preserve neutrality and impartiality as required by accreditation bodies. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales, on-site inspection services at customer facilities, physical vehicle inspection stations throughout Germany with online appointment booking, and a global office and laboratory network for cross-border certification. The company is recognized as an officially designated monitoring body (ZÜS), Notified Body, testing laboratory, and certification body across multiple regulatory regimes.

Name

sicZert Zertifizierungen GmbH

Legal name

TÜV Rheinland AG

Website

https://siczert.de

Company type

Public

Founded year

1872

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TÜV Rheinland AG is a Cologne-headquartered testing, inspection, and certification company founded in 1872, serving industrial manufacturers, vehicle owners, building operators, and process industry clients globally through accredited TIC services and digital compliance platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Testing, Inspection, and Certification Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crane & Hoist Installation, Inspection & Maintenance Services (IMAHAJAM), Elevator Inspection, Testing & Code Compliance (Third-Party/Witness Testing) (BPABAIAF), Marine Surveys, Testing & NDT (Thickness Gauging, UT/MPI, Pressure Testing, Commissioning) (TLAHAMAK)

Keywords

• Testing inspection certification
• Industrial machinery inspection
• Elevator inspection services
• Vehicle inspection services
• Functional safety certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Cologne (Köln)

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Inspection & Testing Services: TÜV Rheinland generates revenue through various inspection and testing services for elevators, cranes, industrial machinery, vehicles, and other equipment. Services include one-time inspections, recurring inspections, certifications, and assessments.
2. Vehicle Inspection (HU): Periodic technical vehicle inspections (Hauptuntersuchung) for vehicles in Germany, generating revenue through government-authorized inspection fees.
3. Certification Services: Management system certifications, product certifications, and conformity assessments following EU directives and international standards.
4. Training & Education: Seminars, workshops, and training programs for technical qualifications including functional safety training, elevator attendant training, and cybersecurity awareness.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Independent testing, inspection, certification, and assessment services for industrial equipment, elevators, cranes, vehicles, and management systems. Services include conformity assessments, non-destructive testing (phased array and TOFD), functional safety certifications, periodic vehicle inspections, and digital test management platforms operated across a global network of offices and laboratories.

Product overview

TÜV Rheinland operates a diversified portfolio of inspection, testing, and certification services spanning quality management, elevator and lifting equipment inspection, industrial machinery assessment, non-destructive testing (including Phased Array and TOFD), functional safety, cybersecurity, and digital test management platforms. The core offering consists of technical inspection and certification services for machinery, vehicles, and industrial equipment, supported by online platforms like Cockpit for driving school management and EquipmentOnline for test management. Services follow EU directives (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG, EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230), international standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511), and provide market access certifications for global territories including USA, Canada, UK, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Australia, and India.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cockpit – Das Fahrschulportal: Online portal for driving school management, examination scheduling, and candidate management, replacing the previous TEDIS system.
• Certipedia

Products and services

• Quality Management Services (Qualitätsmanagement) Independent testing, monitoring, inspection, development, evaluation, and auditing of products, equipment, and management systems across major industrial sectors. Services follow legal regulations and relevant performance standards, with strict separation of consulting and certification to maintain neutrality.
• Elevator Inspection and Acceptance (Aufzugsprüfung und Abnahme) Elevator inspection services including concept testing, conformity assessments, construction inspection, pre-commissioning inspections, recurring inspections, state analyses, cybersecurity testing, and energy efficiency analysis for building operators and owners.
• Cockpit Driving School Portal (Cockpit – Das Fahrschulportal) Online portal for driving schools to book practical driving test appointments, organize schedules, and manage candidates, replacing the previous TEDIS system.
• Vehicle Inspection Online Appointment Booking (HU Fahrzeugprüfung Onlineterminierung) Self-service online appointment booking system for periodic vehicle technical inspections (Hauptuntersuchung) at TÜV Rheinland inspection stations across Germany.
• Conveyor and Mechanical Technology Inspection (Prüfung von Förder- und Maschinentechnik) Inspection services for conveyor and mechanical technology including EC type testing for machines, conformity assessment, risk evaluation, and compliance verification for manufacturers and operators.
• Industrial Machinery Inspection (Prüfung von Industriemaschinen) Industrial machinery inspection and assessment services ensuring compliance with EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG and the upcoming EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230, including type testing, conformity assessment, and market access services.
• Crane and Lifting Equipment Inspection (Prüfung von Hebezeugen und Kranen) Crane and lifting equipment inspection services including visual inspection, ultrasound testing, magnetic particle testing, color penetration testing, and load stability and operational testing.
• Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (Phased Array-Prüfung) Phased Array ultrasonic testing technology for detecting defects in various industrial sectors including energy generation and construction. Modern non-destructive testing method using ultrasonic elements with time delays to create customized sound beams for component quality assessment and risk identification.
• TOFD Weld Inspection (TOFD - Verfahren für die Schweißnahtprüfung) Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) weld testing service providing higher detection probability compared to traditional X-ray and ultrasonic testing. Can be performed at temperatures up to 350°C on operating equipment without production loss.
• Functional Safety for Process Industry (Funktionale Sicherheit in der Prozessindustrie) Functional safety services for the process industry covering risk analysis, safety function validation, system implementation assessment, SIL calculation, and certification of safety functions and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) according to IEC 61508 and IEC 61511.
• Field Evaluation Service for USA and Canada Field evaluation service for individual machine approvals in the USA and Canada, including preparation, pre-inspection, test reports, final inspection, and field labeling for compliance with North American regulations.
• Quality Systems per Machinery Directive (Qualitätssysteme nach Maschinenrichtlinie 2006/42/EG) Quality system certification services for machinery according to Annex X of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG, enabling manufacturers to perform CE marking themselves through certified quality assurance systems.
• EquipmentOnline Test Management Platform Internet-based test management tool for paperless documentation of equipment inspections, providing real-time access to inspection data, customizable views, multi-user setup, electronic inspection reports, defect tracking, and statistical evaluations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Comprehensive inspection reports meeting standardized documentation requirements
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Intertek: UK-based global TIC company serving industrial, consumer products, and commodities end markets; competes with TÜV Rheinland in industrial testing, NDT, and product certification.
• DNV: Norwegian-headquartered TIC with leading maritime and energy infrastructure focus; competes with TÜV Rheinland in marine surveys, energy infrastructure inspection, and management system certification (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
• Applus+: Spanish-headquartered TIC serving automotive, industrial, and energy sectors; competes with TÜV Rheinland in vehicle inspection, industrial NDT, and energy infrastructure certification across European markets.
• DEKRA: German TIC company with the largest German vehicle inspection (HU) network and industrial certification services; direct competitor across TÜV Rheinland's automotive, industrial, and product safety service lines.
• Kiwa: Dutch-headquartered TIC operating across energy, water, construction, and industrial sectors; competing peer in European TIC markets, especially in certification, inspection, and testing for regulated utilities.
• Bureau Veritas: French-based global TIC company with strong marine, industrial, and certification services; competes directly with TÜV Rheinland including against its Sonovation marine and its industrial machinery TIC services.
• Element Materials Technology: UK/US-based TIC focused on materials testing, product qualification, and failure analysis; competing peer in industrial testing and NDT services for aerospace, energy, and transportation customers.
• SGS: Swiss-based global TIC leader offering inspection, verification, testing, and certification across industrial and consumer sectors; competes with TÜV Rheinland worldwide on industrial and product certification mandates.
• UL Solutions: US-based TIC company providing safety testing, inspection, and certification for industrial and consumer products; competing peer particularly for TÜV Rheinland's NRTL and North American market access services.
• TÜV SÜD: German-headquartered TIC company providing testing, inspection, and certification across industrial, automotive, mobility, and consumer sectors; closest direct peer to TÜV Rheinland in Germany with overlapping Notified Body capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/tuvrheinlandag
• Facebookfacebook.com/TUV.Rheinland.Mobility
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/siczert-zertifizierungen-gmbh
• Instagraminstagram.com/tuv.rheinland.mobility

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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