Vinçotte Appointed as Certified Body for Nuclear Inspections in The Netherlands
On 10 July, it was officially announced in the “Nederlandse Staatscourant” (the Dutch state newspaper, announcing new legally binding regulations) that Vinçotte nv has been appointed as a certified body for nuclear inspections in the Netherlands.
This means that Vinçotte is now authorised to carry out inspections of nuclear pressure equipment in all phases of the inspection process, from design to commissioning and use.
Appointments of inspection bodies for nuclear pressure equipment are made at national level. Vinçotte, part of the Kiwa Group, is already recognised by the Belgian and French authorities. This designation of Vinçotte by The Netherlands once again confirms our expertise and experience in this field. Vinçotte has a long track record in carrying out inspections and tests of critical installations in various sectors, including the nuclear industry.
The appointment of Vinçotte is also an important step for the Dutch nuclear industry aspiring to build several new nuclear power plants.
It ensures that there is now a third independent and qualified body that can carry out inspections of nuclear pressure equipment in accordance with the strictest standards and regulations.
"We are very proud of this appointment," says Stijn Michiels, Operations Manager Inspection of Nuclear Pressure Equipment at Vinçotte. "This is a confirmation of our commitment to providing high-quality inspection and testing services to our customers in the nuclear industry. We will continue to use and build on our expertise and experience to ensure that nuclear facilities operate safely and reliably."
"This appointment is an important and strategic step in developing our nuclear business in the Netherlands. Together with our expertise, network, geographical advantage and cooperation with Vinçotte Netherlands, we are a "perfect match" as an inspection body in the Netherlands," says a proud Filip Vanherck, manager of this qualification dossier at EPINUC.
Vinçotte's designation as a certified body for nuclear inspections is effective for a period of two years and expires on 22 August 2026.
