Intertek announces the association and name change of its pharmaceutical services operations worldwide

16 May 2012

Whitehouse, NJ - Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety services to a wide range of industries around the world, announces the name change of its pharmaceutical services operations worldwide. As of May 14, 2012, Intertek Alta Analytical Laboratory in El Dorado Hills, CA, Intertek QTI in Whitehouse, NJ and Intertek Alta Analytical Laboratory in San Diego, CA will all be known as Intertek Pharmaceutical Services.

Intertek will continue to serve its clients with the same devotion to quality and performance which they have come to expect under each of its legacy brands and benefit from engaging with global business branding.

“Our name change is directly in line with the expansion and closer integration of Intertek’s expert services to support the industry. It encompasses, the scope and the diversity of our combined Pharmaceutical Services worldwide where we provide expert support at each phase of drug development, validation, manufacturing and product release under the appropriate GLP, cGMP or GCP certification plus a full range of aftermarket services,” commented Dr. Andrew Swift, Executive Vice President Chemical and Pharmaceuticals.

Contacts
For further information, please contact:

Joel Pekay
Sales and Marketing Director
Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals
Telephone: +1 312 906 7716
Email: joel.pekay@intertek.com
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About Intertek
Intertek (ITRK.L) is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace. Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 30,000 people in more than 100 countries around the world. Visit www.intertek.com