SOCOTEC provides testing, inspection, certification, and technical consulting for construction, infrastructure, real estate, and industrial assets, helping clients manage safety, compliance, and environmental performance. Its services span the full lifecycle of built assets, from design reviews to on-site inspections, laboratory testing, and certification and training programs. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Guyancourt, France, the privately held group operates in 26 countries and is owned by investment firm Cobepa.