GHANA – Promasidor Ghana has achieved a landmark accomplishment, becoming the first Ghanaian company to be awarded the Food Safety Certification (FSSC) 22000 Version 6 by Societe Generale de Surveillance (SGS).
This multinational entity is accredited to conduct audits and assessments to verify compliance with food safety standards and regulations across Ghana.
The certification stresses Promasidor Ghana’s commitment to strengthening food safety practices and aligns with broader efforts to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Founded on the principles of quality and safety, Promasidor Ghana has a well-established reputation for producing high-quality food products and beverages that meet the diverse needs of consumers across the country.
Among its popular brands are Cowbell Milk, Miksi Milk, Onga seasoning, and Loya Milk. These household names reflect the company’s dedication to offering nutritious, affordable options to the Ghanaian market while maintaining stringent safety and quality standards throughout their production processes.
The FSSC 22000 certification is a globally recognized standard for food safety management systems.
Developed by the Foundation for Food Safety Certification, it aims to elevate food safety practices worldwide. Promasidor Ghana’s attainment of this certification is a testament to its focus on ensuring that its products meet the highest standards while minimizing environmental impacts.
Managing Director of Promasidor Ghana, Festus Tettey, commented on the achievement, stating that the certification is a testament to the company’s ongoing commitment to enhancing food processes and controls.
Tettey emphasized that the certification not only reinforces Promasidor Ghana’s dedication to improving product quality but also validates its operating standards, which align with world-class practices.
The recognition by SGS, he noted, affirms the company’s reputation for integrity, professionalism, excellence, and accountability.
“As a formidable business in its 25th year of operation, the certification reinforces our efforts at continuously improving our product quality, validates our excellent operating standards, adoption of world-class standards, and our reputation for integrity, professionalism, excellence, and accountability,” Tettey stated.
He also expressed pride in Promasidor Ghana’s achievement as the first Ghanaian business to receive FSSC Version 6 certification and pledged that the company would continue to strive for continuous improvement in its operations.
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