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QIMA Joins ZIV: Global Provider of Quality Assurance and Compliance Services Strengthens Commitment to the Bicycle Industry

Jan 28, 2025

The German Two-Wheeler Industry Association (ZIV) welcomes QIMA, a globally leading quality service provider, as a new member. QIMA supports the bicycle and e-bike industry with a wide range of testing and certification services to ensure the highest safety and quality standards globally.

Despite its international presence, QIMA remains locally rooted. The testing lab in Hamburg conducts demanding daily tests on bicycles and e-bikes. "The complexity of modern bicycles requires the utmost precision in quality assurance," explains Dr. Philipp Brüning, Managing Director of QIMA Testing GmbH. "Our team not only tests mechanical durability but also the safety of electronic components – from electrical safety to cybersecurity and electromagnetic compatibility."

A Global Partner with Local Roots With laboratories in Germany, Europe, Asia, the USA, and other locations worldwide, QIMA supports manufacturers and retailers in adapting to national and international standards. The booming e-bike market, shaped by innovation and technological advancements, requires globally aligned solutions – QIMA provides these from a single source.

Sustainability and Innovation as a Mission Membership in ZIV underscores QIMA's commitment to promoting sustainable and forward-looking mobility. "We are excited to be part of such an influential industry association and to help shape the safe and innovative future of the bicycle industry," says Dr. Brüning.

From development support to audits and inspections through to final certification, QIMA brings its extensive expertise to the bicycle industry. Whether it's electric bicycles, batteries, trailers, or accessories – QIMA ensures products meet the highest safety and quality standards.

For more information about ZIV, visit https://www.ziv-zweirad.de.

About QIMA

QIMA is more than a testing, inspection, certification, and compliance company: We are on a mission to offer clients smart solutions to make products consumers can trust. With a global reach spanning 100+ countries, QIMA serves the consumer products, food and life sciences industries, supporting more than 30,000 brands, retailers, manufacturers and food growers. The company combines on-the-ground expertise with digital solutions to bring accuracy and visibility for quality, safety and compliance data.

What sets QIMA apart is its unique culture: 6,000 employees live and make decisions every day by the QIMA Values. With client passion, integrity, and a commitment to making things simple, QIMA continues to disrupt the Testing, Inspection and Certification industry.

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