Hong Kong-based quality assurance provider Intertek and the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) have announced a partnership to launch a new product compliance solution tailored for sporting goods companies. The initiative, revealed on Sept. 2, 2025, is designed to help WFSGI members navigate the growing complexity of global regulatory requirements.
The solution includes a Global Market Access Portal with real-time regulatory intelligence and test plans, quarterly Horizon Scans for upcoming regulations, a technical help desk for regulatory support and discounted testing services through Intertek’s lab network.
“This partnership reflects Intertek’s commitment to supporting the sporting goods sector with innovative compliance solutions that uphold the highest standards,” said Glyn Garbett, Vice President – Global Hardlines at Intertek.
WFSGI CEO Emma P. Zwiebler added that the collaboration provides members with essential tools to address regulatory challenges while maintaining a focus on innovation.
WFSGI represents about 70 percent of the global sporting goods market by turnover and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee. Intertek operates over 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries.
