HQTS Group Ltd.

05/08/2026

There is no shortage of people talking about business—but very few who actually break down how it gets built.

Introducing The Sit Down, a new interview series created to spotlight the global executives, sourcing pioneers, brand builders, and growth marketers who are running complex, global operations day to day. We’re taking a deep dive into their work: the early decisions that shape leadership, what it actually takes to move a concept to reality, and how top operators navigate high-stakes challenges when there is no playbook.

We recently wrapped our first shoot day (swipe through for a look behind the scenes 📸), and we can’t wait to share these conversations with you soon. Stay tuned—The Sit Down is coming soon.

P.S. We are actively curating guests for future episodes. If there’s an operator or industry pioneer based in China whose story needs to be shared, let us know in the comments or send us a message.

03/08/2026

⏳ Only 3 days left | Sourcing from Asia: Non-negotiables for New Market Entry

Are you sourcing from Asia and expanding your products into the US, EU, or UK? Evolving compliance frameworks mean that a single oversight in product testing or documentation can cause costly customs delays, recalls, or shipment rejections.

Join our Hong Kong team this Thursday, August 6th (14:00 - 17:00) at the HKPC Building for this practical, high-value seminar.

We are highly privileged to feature Dr. Maggie Wang Xuan as our keynote speaker. With a PhD in Chemistry from HKUST and over 20 years of senior management experience in product integrity, Dr. Wang is an expert in helping companies navigate complex global regulatory affairs, CPSC e-filing, and strict e-commerce standards for platforms like Amazon.

What we’ll cover:
✅ How to navigate the latest compliance frameworks in the US, EU, and UK. ✅ Practical steps for product testing, certification, and labeling.
✅ How to build a robust, audit-ready supply chain that protects your profit margins.

Stick around after the session to connect with local sourcing managers, brand owners, and trade professionals over complimentary tapas and refreshments! 🥂

📌 Event Details: 📅 Thursday, 6 August 2026 | 14:00 - 17:00 📍 Executive Room (Room 119), HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon

Seats are limited due to venue capacity, so please make sure to RSVP ahead of time.

👉 Click here to reserve your spot: https://okt.to/wYerWV

Join industry experts for a practical session covering the non-negotiable compliance requirements for successfully entering new markets

13/07/2026

🌎HQTS is got bigger! Technical United Vision has joined the family!

Technical United Vision is a designated Notified Body for the GCC Standardization Organization (GSO) and holds formal accreditations from SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization).

❓Why this matters now:

The Middle East and Southeast Asia are investing heavily in Electric Vehicles (EV), solar PV hardware, advanced electronics, and telecommunications. But market access requires navigating a complex web of local regulations.

Now, manufacturers benefit from a completely integrated workflow – moving from production line testing to regional market clearance seamlessly.

🗨️"Our combined expertise means clients can now access HQTS's global testing, inspection, and audit network alongside Technical United Vision's deep regional certification knowledge," said Richard Fan, HQTS Group CEO

👉Read the full announcement here:
https://okt.to/SJVNAn

HQTS Group, a leading global third-party Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) service provider, announces it has completed the acquisition of

13/07/2026

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! ✨

Our Senior Sales Executive for the Netherlands, Nilsen-Borrell, was on-site in Amsterdam connecting with fashion, textile, and apparel innovators at one of northern Europe's premier trade shows. The energy on the floor was incredible, but the conversation was heavily focused on the future.

With the Benelux softgoods market facing rapidly tightening compliance landscapes—including the upcoming CSDDD shifts and the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR)—ensuring a transparent, resilient supply chain has never been more critical for European importers.

HQTS is proud to support our ongoing expansion in the Netherlands, bridging the gap between global supply chains and local European compliance. From quality inspections to deep-dive ESG consulting (including EcoVadis and carbon footprinting), we are on the ground to help brands scale safely.

A recurring theme on the floor: as European consumers grow more sustainability-conscious, brand retention increasingly hinges on independent, third-party proof behind the quality claims you're making, and that's exactly where HQTS comes in.

Swipe through to see a few snapshots from Paul's successful day at the event!

Planning your brand's H2 compliance strategy? Connect with Paul or our Benelux team to see how we can support your quality assurance goals.

08/07/2026

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗛𝗤𝗧𝗦 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 & 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

The footwear and leather industry is constantly evolving, with increasing expectations for product quality, safety, sustainability, and global compliance.

If you're a footwear manufacturer, brand owner, exporter, retailer, or sourcing professional, visit HQTS at the International Footwear & Leather Products Fair 2026 to discover how we can help you bring compliant, high quality products to international markets with confidence.

📍 Visit us at:
🏢 Booth: Hall B / AR16
📅 Date: July 8–10, 2026
📍 Venue: Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

At our booth, explore our comprehensive services including:
✔ Footwear & leather product testing
✔ Chemical testing (REACH, CPSIA & more)
✔ Physical and performance testing
✔ Factory audits & supplier assessments
✔ Inspection services throughout production
✔ Product certification support
✔ Global regulatory compliance solutions

Whether you're exporting to Europe, North America, or other international markets, HQTS helps reduce compliance risks, improve product quality, and streamline your global supply chain.

We look forward to connecting with manufacturers, brands, sourcing teams, and industry partners throughout the exhibition.

Stop by Hall B / AR16 and speak with our experts about your quality assurance and compliance needs.

07/07/2026

🚢 If you're exporting to Russia and the EAEU right now, this EAC update probably crossed your radar—but here’s what actually changed as of January 2026.

Decree No. 1669 introduced some pretty significant shifts:
🔹 Foreign test reports are no longer accepted for high-risk goods—testing must now happen in EAEU-accredited labs.
🔹 Samples have to come from standard production lines (no more custom-made batches for certification).
🔹 Customs now checks the FGIS database live—if your certificate isn't active, shipments get flagged immediately.
🔹 You'll need a local Authorized Representative to apply, and consumer goods require Chestny Znak traceability codes.

🚨It’s a lot to untangle, especially when you're looking at a market of 185 million consumers across Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan. Getting the risk category right (Exemption, Declaration, or Certificate) is half the battle.

Here's a practical guide that breaks down the three compliance routes and the new requirements:
👉 https://okt.to/qsUEga

The EAC Mark is a mandatory conformity mark required for all products sold within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). It proves that a product meets all

03/07/2026

A big thank you to External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and Digital Trade for the opportunity to collaborate on this initiative and bring together exporters, manufacturers, and business owners eager to grow beyond Malaysia.

During the session, we shared practical insights on product compliance and export readiness—helping businesses better understand the requirements of overseas markets and how to prepare before exporting.

At HQTS, we believe good products deserve access to global markets, and being compliant from the start makes that journey much smoother.
Thanks again to everyone who joined the seminar and contributed to the discussion. Looking forward to supporting more Malaysian businesses on their export journey.

01/07/2026

On November 1st, 2007, Brett Horn received the call no parent wants to get. His two-and-a-half-year-old son Charlie had been found pinned beneath a dresser in their home. He didn't survive.

What followed was nearly two decades of advocacy that would reshape federal furniture safety law in the United States.

We sat down with Brett for an exclusive interview covering the STURDY Act, furniture testing standards, and the nonprofit he founded in Charlie's name, Charlie's House.

👉 Read the full interview here: https://okt.to/APWKr0

HQTS: Today we are talking with Brett Horn. Brett is the founder of Charlie's House, a nonprofit focused on preventing in-home accidents. Brett, thank you

30/06/2026

If U.S microplastics regulations aren't on your compliance radar yet, they will be in the next 12 months.
The United States are redefining what "microplastics" even means.

California's DTSC has added synthetic polymers to its Candidate Chemicals List, forcing companies to prove no safer alternative exists.
Colorado and Oregon are rolling out Extended Producer Responsibility laws that penalise packaging that fragments into microplastics.

New textile mandates are measuring apparel by "shedding rate" per wash cycle.

Standard QA checks won't cut it anymore.

We've broken down what this patchwork of state laws, federal oversight, and shifting definitions means for your supply chain – and how to stay ahead before customs enforcement tightens.

👉 Read the full article here: https://okt.to/G9aKPH

For consumer product companies operating in the U.S., microplastic regulatory compliance has rapidly evolved. Rather than a single sweeping federal

26/06/2026

If you're a Malaysian manufacturer, exporter, or brand looking to grow internationally, join HQTS, together with MADANI Digital Trade and MATRADE, for a practical seminar on navigating global compliance with confidence.

📅 2 July 2026
📍 Menara MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur
We'll cover:
• How to identify compliance risks before they become costly problems
• What international buyers and regulators actually expect
• The testing and certification process for overseas markets
• Practical steps to shorten your path to market

The sooner you understand compliance, the faster you can focus on growing your business.

🎟️ Reserve your seat today:
https://okt.to/Ey1f2Y

Discover How Proper Compliance Planning Can Help SMEs Minimize Risks, Reduce Costs, and Reach Overseas Buyers Faster