Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

BRCGS (Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standards) is a globally recognized organization based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in the development and delivery of standards that ensure best practices in product safety, quality, and operational criteria. Initially developed by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) in 1996, BRCGS has grown into a leading global brand used by over 30,000 certified suppliers in more than 130 countries.

BRCGS is now part of LGC Assure, a platform under LGC Group, supporting excellence in quality assurance for life sciences and consumer safety sectors.

Core Business and Offerings

BRCGS provides globally benchmarked certification standards, training, and assessment tools that are relied upon by manufacturers, brand owners, and retailers worldwide. Key areas include:

• Global Standards:

  • Food Safety – Recognized by GFSI and widely adopted for food production
  • Packaging Materials – Standards for hygiene and quality in packaging
  • Storage and Distribution – Ensures safe transport and handling
  • Agents and Brokers – Certification for intermediaries in supply chains
  • Consumer Products – Focused on safety and legal compliance for general merchandise
  • Retail – Addresses food safety and operational compliance for retail environments

• Training Services:

  • E-Learning
  • Classroom Learning
  • In-House Training
  • Programs delivered globally via an approved network of over 2,000 trainers

• Digital Tools & Resources:

  • Audit Management 360 – Streamlines audit scheduling and management
  • Food Safety Culture Excellence – A diagnostic tool for organizational safety culture
  • Supplier Quality Management (SQM) – Real-time data-driven risk management platform

Specialization and Core USP

BRCGS is renowned for its science-based, rigorously peer-reviewed standards that:

• Are GFSI benchmarked and accepted globally
• Promote continuous improvement and compliance culture
• Are developed with multi-stakeholder input, including regulators, industry experts, and certification bodies

BRCGS certifications are widely considered essential for market access, especially in the UK, EU, North America, and Asia-Pacific markets.

Financials and Market Reach

As part of LGC Assure, BRCGS operates within a broader framework that generates revenues from laboratory services, proficiency testing, reference materials, and standards. While standalone financial data for BRCGS is not public, it is one of the most influential certification bodies in food safety, with adoption from global FMCG leaders including:

• Unilever
• Nestlé
• Tesco
• Carrefour
• Walmart (Asda)

Over 30,000 certified sites worldwide use BRCGS standards, facilitated by more than 1,500 auditors across a global network of certification bodies.

Shipments and Export Relevance

While BRCGS does not trade physical goods, its standards are directly tied to the global trade of certified products. Compliance with BRCGS standards is a prerequisite for export to leading international markets and retail chains. Many importers and regulators view BRCGS certification as a risk-reducing indicator of supply chain reliability.

Target Markets

BRCGS standards and services are used by:

• Food and beverage manufacturers
• Packaging producers
• Logistics providers
• Consumer goods manufacturers
• Retailers and brand owners
• Certification bodies and auditors

Capabilities

• Standards Development: Responsive to regulatory updates and market needs
• Global Training Network: 2,000+ trainers worldwide
• Multi-language Standards and Guidance: To support global adoption
• Digital Audit Tools: Enhance transparency, efficiency, and benchmarking

Certifications and Compliance

All BRCGS standards are:

• GFSI Benchmarked
• Regularly updated (typically every 3 years) to reflect emerging risks
• Developed in compliance with ISO 17065 (requirements for bodies certifying products)
• Supported by a comprehensive compliance program for certification bodies to ensure integrity

Auditors are rigorously trained and subject to performance evaluation through the BRCGS Compliance Program, enhancing the credibility of issued certificates.

Customer Testimonials

BRCGS is widely endorsed by quality managers and global procurement leaders:

• “BRCGS certification opened doors to multiple European retailers.”
• “The Food Safety Culture Excellence tool helped align our teams toward a compliance mindset.”
• “Having the BRCGS Packaging certification reduced audit fatigue by consolidating expectations.”

BRCGS’s reputation is built on trust, transparency, and demonstrated ability to drive measurable improvement in supply chain safety and compliance.

Major Achievements

• Recognized as the first standard in the world to be GFSI benchmarked for food safety
• Over 30,000 sites certified across six continents
• Introduced Food Safety Culture Excellence, one of the first diagnostic tools of its kind
• Integrated into the LGC Assure platform, offering a holistic risk management ecosystem
• Adopted by the world’s leading retailers and food manufacturers

BRCGS continues to lead the global movement for supply chain transparency, consumer protection, and brand assurance through its robust certification programs, digital tools, and collaborative industry leadership.