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Bureau Veritas achieves major railway safety accreditation in Canada

Jun. 5 2026

Bureau Veritas has successfully obtained a new accreditation from the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) as an Independent Safety Assessment Report (ISAR) provider for railway systems. This milestone reinforces our commitment to supporting the rail industry with independent, high-quality safety assessments aligned with the best international practices.

Enabling safer and compliant railway projects

With this accreditation, Bureau Veritas is authorized to deliver comprehensive risk evaluations and safety assessments in full compliance with the Canadian Common Method for Risk Evaluation and Assessment (CMREA) and CSA R114:2022 standards.

For rail operators, manufacturers, and project stakeholders, this means access to:

  • Independent, third-party safety expertise
  • Globally recognized certification capabilities
  • Stronger regulatory alignment and project credibility

Addressing the complexity of modern rail systems

Railway projects are increasingly complex, involving multiple stakeholders, advanced technologies, and stringent safety requirements across the entire lifecycle.

Bureau Veritas supports clients at every stage, from design and manufacturing to commissioning, operation, and upgrades, helping ensure:

  • Risk is effectively identified and managed
  • Critical interfaces are assessed with precision
  • Projects meet both regulatory and operational expectations

A comprehensive and multidisciplinary expertise

With more than 25 years of experience in railway safety, Bureau Veritas brings deep technical expertise across all key domains, including:

  • Signalling systems
  • Rolling stock
  • Infrastructure
  • Cybersecurity
  • Autonomous and digital technologies

Our teams deliver independent, end-to-end safety assessments, combining technical excellence with a strong understanding of regulatory environments worldwide.

A trusted partner for railway safety

Bureau Veritas works closely with project owners, contractors, regulatory bodies, and technology partners to ensure seamless collaboration and efficient project delivery. This accreditation further strengthens our position as a trusted global partner for railway safety and certification, supporting the development of safer, more reliable, and sustainable rail systems.

Industrial Product Certification for Railway & Mobility

Bureau Veritas supports the railway and mobility industry with comprehensive Industrial Product Certification (IPC) services, helping manufacturers, system integrators, and operators achieve compliance across complex and evolving regulatory landscapes. From rolling stock and signaling systems to infrastructure and digital technologies, our certification approach ensures that products, components, and systems meet stringent requirements for safety, reliability, availability, maintainability, and cybersecurity.

Our global network of experts provides end-to-end support throughout the product lifecycle, from design and development to testing, certification, and market access. By combining deep technical expertise with local regulatory knowledge, we enable our clients to accelerate time-to-market, reduce risks, and strengthen trust with authorities and end-users in an increasingly connected and performance-driven railway ecosystem.