DEKRA and Kaira Clan partner up for a safer world
A new partnership supporting global innovation
A new partnership agreement has been struck between Kaira Clan and DEKRA Certification B.V., a Dutch subsidiary of DEKRA SE that specializes in testing, inspection and certification of innovative products. In 2023, DEKRA is looking for ways to extend its extensive product testing and certification services throughout the Nordic region. This includes the electronics industry (design and manufacture), IoT companies, the automotive industry, and medical segments. The main objective of this new partnership is to support manufacturers in Scandinavia and Baltic countries that want to launch their products faster and easier on international markets.
With globalization rapidly connecting people, countries and organizations around the world, unlocking new markets is essential for innovative manufacturers that want to be successful in today's market. This can be a complex process due to numerous standards, regulations and requirements that are different in each country. With almost 100 years of experience in the testing, inspection and certification business, DEKRA offers innovative testing facilities all over the world. DEKRA offers a one stop shop including all services under one roof. From R&D testing up to final certification, DEKRA poses as an innovation partner during the entire process within international markets. This allows us to help manage product launches more efficiently, thus helping manufacturers in Scandinavia and Baltic countries save time and money.
By 2025, just in time to celebrate its 100th year in business, DEKRA hopes to be the global partner for a safe world thanks to its clear and aspirational vision for the future. Kaira Clan will assist DEKRA in achieving this goal by acting as sales managers in Scandinavia and Baltic regions.
“Working in product development for over 25 years and having ramped up hundreds of products with customers and partners, the one thing always impacting a successful and timely market entry through synchronized R&D has been the product testing and certifications. I have always worked with and relied on DEKRA services and co-operation to make these products a success. I am really excited and super proud to open this partnership in the Finland, Scandinavia and Baltic regions with DEKRA and enable our customers a smooth product development journey.” -Janne Siltari, Kaira Clan Chairman
Testing, inspection and certification of innovative products
DEKRA tests, inspects and certifies consumer, industrial, ICT, medical, automotive and railway products. DEKRA provides a wide range of services for international markets, such as testing and certification for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), connectivity, safety, and cybersecurity. In accordance with international specifications for CE, ENEC, IEC, CB scheme, and DEKRA mark, DEKRA's services provide access to almost all markets.
DEKRA offers a broad service portfolio with qualified and independent expert services ranging from vehicle inspection and expert appraisals to claims services, industrial and building inspections, safety consultancy, testing and certification of products and systems, as well as training courses and temporary work.
“DEKRA's expertise in innovative industries such as e-mobility, EV charging infrastructure, connected and autonomous driving, high-risk electrical medical devices, and the internet of things will be invaluable to our partnership. Combining strengths this partnership will leave no limitations to innovate as we will work together to provide early involvement in the product development life cycle, ensuring safe, secure and sustainable products. We are excited to work with Kaira Clan and look forward to continuing the growth of innovation on a global scale.” -Tim van den Berg, Manager New Technologies, DEKRA Certification B.V.
More information about DEKRA and Kaira Clan
About DEKRA
Since its founding in 1925, the DEKRA promise has been to ensure the safety of human interaction with technology and the environment. Since then, the Deutscher Kraftfahrzeug-Überwachungs-Verein e.V. has become one of the world's leading expert organizations. DEKRA SE is a wholly owned subsidiary of DEKRA e.V. and manages the Group’s operating business. DEKRA generated revenues totaling more than €3.5 billion in 2021. The company currently employs 47,770 people in over 60 countries on all six continents. For more information, visit the
DEKRA Product Testing page.
About Kaira Clan
Kaira Clan is an innovation consultancy acting as the unified entry point into the Nordic digital ecosystem offering digital business design, innovation center development, accelerator programs, and technology scouting services. Additionally, Kaira Clan develops strategies and ecosystems with their collaborators to build profitable supply chains and sales networks. For more information, visit
www.kairaclan.com
or contact Kimmo Hyrynkangas.
Kimmo is DEKRA’s representative for the Baltic and Scandinavian regions. His duties include managing sales for DEKRA's test and certification services, directing the sales process, assisting in client negotiations, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.