Brussels, Belgium (May 13, 2024) – In a move that reflects its longstanding commitment to the European market, global public health and safety organization NSF has inaugurated its new European headquarters in Diegem. The cutting-edge facility, which will spearhead food and water safety innovation, was officially opened by NSF’s board of directors and President and CEO Pedro Sancha.
With nearly four decades of operations in Belgium and 80 years of improving human and planet health worldwide, NSF’s new headquarters integrates all of its Belgian operations and expertise under one roof. “The opening of our new Brussels headquarters is a significant milestone in NSF’s 80-year history,” stated CEO Pedro Sancha. “It showcases our determination to lead the charge in safeguarding public health by leveraging our global insights and local capabilities to anticipate and meet the specific needs of the European market. This new facility will empower our talented teams to advance our vision of enabling safe and sustainable food, clean water and health products for consumers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.”
Designed with sustainability, collaboration and well-being in mind, the Brussels hub will serve as a hub for innovation, knowledge exchange and the development of strategic partnerships. This will enhance NSF’s ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of its clients and the safety and sustainability of their products. The state-of-the-art facility includes ergonomic workstations, green areas and a world-class sensory lab and test kitchen, positioning it as a crucial center for food innovation and safety in Europe.
Vincent Boks, Managing Director for NSF in Belgium, highlighted the strategic location of the new headquarters, saying, “The establishment of our headquarters in the heart of Europe aligns NSF with the pulse of regulatory evolution and innovation within the water, food and health sciences sectors. Our proximity to key legislative entities and the central European market is essential for staying informed about regulatory shifts and enabling us to deliver compliance and safety with unparalleled efficiency. Our talented and multilingual team is ready to engage with our clients to support our mission of improving human and planet health.”
As NSF officially opens its doors in Brussels, it reaffirms its dedication to European consumers and its partnership with manufacturers, retailers and regulators to foster a safer, healthier and more sustainable world for future generations. For more information on NSF, please visit www.nsf.org.
