Mission & Vision

Our purpose, mission, vision and claim

TÜV SÜD’s story started in 1865 when a fatal accident gave rise to an enduring legacy and spawned a global industry. Since then, we have grown to become a trusted partner of choice in safety, security and sustainability solutions. Committed to our purpose, our employees are united globally by the following mission, vision and claim.

Our purpose

Enabling progress by protecting people, the environment and assets from technology-related risks.

Our mission

We are passionate about people, the environment and technological progress. We anticipate technological developments and facilitate change – defining standards and going beyond regulatory compliance. Staying true to our founding principle, we add value by creating a safer and more sustainable future.

Our vision

To be the trusted partner of choice for safety, security and sustainability solutions that add tangible value to our clients in a physical and digital world.

Our claim

Our claim “Add value. Inspire trust.” represents the essence of the mission statement and vision.