International Testing Services Ltd (ITS) is proud to announce the recent achievement of further industry approvals from two of the world's leading classification societies, DNV and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), strengthening our position as a trusted provider of advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) services.
The latest approvals cover Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) and Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) services under DNV, alongside PAUT services under the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS).
These achievements represent another significant milestone for the independently owned Scottish inspection company, demonstrating our continued investment in technical expertise, advanced inspection technology and quality assurance.
Expanding Our Advanced NDT Capabilities
PAUT and TOFD are increasingly important inspection techniques across industries where weld integrity, structural reliability and traceable inspection results are critical.
These advanced ultrasonic techniques offer significant advantages for complex inspection applications, including:
Enhanced defect detection and characterisation through advanced ultrasonic inspection techniques.
Encoded and fully recordable inspection data, supporting traceability, independent review and long-term record retention.
Improved inspection efficiency, particularly on heavy-wall welds and large circumferential welds.
Reduced inspection manpower requirements in suitable applications through combined PAUT and TOFD inspection solutions.
Greater inspection coverage and repeatability through carefully developed procedures and scan plans.
With modern inspection equipment, including the Evident OmniScan X4 platform, ITS continues to invest in technology that allows our teams to deliver efficient, reliable and technically robust inspection solutions.
Supporting Critical Industries Across the UK and Internationally
Our expanded approvals further strengthen our ability to support clients operating in highly regulated and technically demanding industries, including:
Offshore and onshore renewable energy
Shipbuilding, maritime and marine engineering
Oil and gas
Nuclear and conventional power generation
Civil engineering and infrastructure
Heavy fabrication and manufacturing
From offshore wind foundations and complex welded structures to new-build vessels and critical infrastructure, our experienced inspection teams provide conventional and advanced NDT solutions tailored to project requirements.
Built on Technical Expertise and Continued Investment
Founded in 2020 and headquartered at our recently established facility in Methil, Fife, International Testing Services has experienced substantial growth over the past six years.
Our continued investment in people, equipment, procedures and quality systems has enabled ITS to develop a strong reputation for delivering specialist inspection services across the UK and internationally.
With five NDT Level III personnel supporting our operations, ITS maintains significant in-house technical expertise, allowing us to develop inspection procedures, oversee advanced ultrasonic techniques and provide specialist technical support to clients.
These latest achievements complement our existing industry recognitions, including:
ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification
DNV approval of NDT service suppliers
American Bureau of Shipping NDT service supplier approval
Bureau Veritas recognition
Together, these demonstrate our ongoing commitment to quality, technical competence and continuous improvement.
A Continued Commitment to Quality
Commenting on the approvals, George Shields, Quality Director and Co-Founder of International Testing Services, said:
"Achieving these additional approvals from DNV and ABS is another important milestone for ITS and reflects the investment we continue to make in our people, equipment and technical capabilities.
Advanced ultrasonics are a significant part of our business, and we're seeing increasing demand for inspection solutions that combine efficiency with accurate, fully traceable results.
As our company continues to grow, maintaining the highest technical standards remains central to everything we do. These approvals further demonstrate our ability to support clients across some of the most demanding industries in the world."
Looking Ahead
As ITS continues to expand its capabilities and support an increasingly diverse client base, our focus remains on providing innovative, reliable and efficient inspection solutions without compromising quality.
Our latest DNV and ABS approvals represent another step forward in that journey.
International Testing Services — People | Expertise | Solutions
NDT Doesn't Need to Be Testing.
For enquiries regarding our PAUT, TOFD or wider NDT inspection capabilities, contact:
Email: info@internationaltestingservices.com
Telephone: +44 (0)1333 695500
Website: www.internationaltestingservices.com
