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International Trade and DevelopmentNorth Rhine-westphalia, Germany51-200 Employees
FLOCERT operates as a global social auditing and certification body based in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, delivering the sole Fairtrade certification and verification services across social, trade, and environmental standards as well as private codes of conduct. It maintains six international offices and conducts business in 120 countries, combining global reach with local expertise to serve a diverse client base. Founded in 2003, FLOCERT works with organizations ranging from small producers to internationally recognized brands to assess performance against multiple standards and provide independent certification decisions; it is ISO 17065 accredited, underscoring independence and transparency. Its offerings include assurance solutions and impact measurement, enabling verification of product integrity, tracking of payments, and assessment of sustainable investments. A notable recent development is the appointment of Thorsten Niklas as Director of Operations in January 2024.