The Copperbelt region has faced significant challenges from deforestation, with miombo forests severely impacted by intensive mining and charcoal production. Our project not only focuses on reforestation but also encourages the growth of naturally regenerating forests, helping to restore biodiversity and create habitats for endangered species.

In addition to environmental protection, we are empowering farmers by providing them with the tools and training to diversify their income sources. 🌾

As we reflect on the positive impact of this project, we look forward to continuing our efforts towards a more sustainable future.

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14 Jun 2026

Building a culture of responsibility: How Tatiana Pershukova drives ESG from within

Since joining Normec Hybeta in 2019 as Fleetmanager and Training and Seminar Manager, Tatiana has developed a clear view on what ESG principals should look like in practice. “For me, ESG is not about big buzzwords or perfect concepts. It’s about awareness and small, practical improvements that make a difference over time.” Taking on the role of ESG Change Champion therefore felt like a natural step: an opportunity to turn that belief into something tangible within the organisation.

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10 Jun 2026

Saving water starts with insight: How Egbert Leiting helps organisations use water and energy more efficiently

For many organisations, water is taken for granted. It flows from taps, cools installations, heats buildings, and supports industrial processes. Only when costs rise, systems fail, or sustainability becomes a priority does a key question emerge: are we actually using water efficiently?

02 Jun 2026

Mark Taylor appointed Chief Commercial Officer of Normec Group

Throughout his career, Mark has successfully built and professionalised commercial organisations, driving both organic and acquisition-led growth in private equity-backed environments. His appointment marks an important step in strengthening Normec’s commercial capabilities as the group continues to expand internationally.

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27 May 2026

Strategic partnership between Normec and KOTHEA strengthens European access for Korean digital health companies

Bologna, Italy – May 2026 – Normec announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between its Italian medical device certification entity Ente Certificazione Macchine (ECM) and the Korea Total Healthcare Ecosystem Association (KOTHEA)

02 Feb 2026

Mads Dehlsen Winther appointed Chief Financial Officer of Normec Group

Amsterdam, 2 February 2026 – Normec announces the appointment of Mads Dehlsen Winther as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective today.

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18 Dec 2025

Normec supports forest restoration in Zambia to drive a sustainable future

Deforestation is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Across the globe, forests are disappearing at an alarming rate, threatening biodiversity, water security and the fight against climate change. In Zambia’s Copperbelt Province, this reality is stark. Intensive mining and charcoal production have stripped away 239,000 hectares of trees between 2011 and 2021. The consequences are severe: degraded land, reduced carbon storage and vulnerable communities.

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16 Dec 2025

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): the road to deforestation-free raw materials

The European Union is taking a major step in the global fight against deforestation with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). For companies in the food industry, both in the Netherlands and Belgium, this means a significant shift in how raw materials are sourced, monitored, and documented. QA managers will play a key role in implementing and complying with this new regulation. But what exactly does the EUDR entail, where do we stand today, and how can your organisation best prepare?

Normec contributes to forest conservation in Zambia