ETC Europe Recertified to the ISO 17100:2015 Translation Standard
On 13 October 2025, ETC Europe was officially recertified to the ISO 17100:2015 standard for translation services, reaffirming its commitment to delivering high-quality multilingual translation services for EU institutions, international organisations, NGOs, and other demanding clients.
What ISO 17100:2015 Certification Means for Your Organisation
ISO 17100:2015 is the internationally recognised standard for professional translation services. It establishes requirements covering the main stages of the translation workflow, including translator and reviser qualifications, project management, translation, revision, quality control, and final verification.
For organisations procuring EU translation services or responding to tenders issued by European institutions and international organisations, working with an ISO 17100-certified provider offers independently audited evidence of structured and traceable translation processes. In some procurement procedures, recognised quality certifications may also be required or taken into account during supplier evaluation.
Key Requirements Covered by ISO 17100:2015
- Verified professional qualifications and competences for translators and revisers
- Revision by a second suitably qualified linguist
- Documented project management and quality assurance procedures
- Appropriate handling of client information and project specifications
- Traceability throughout the translation and delivery process
Why Recertification Matters for EU and Multilingual Procurement
Recertification is not automatic. It involves an external audit to verify that the organisation’s processes, resources, and quality management practices continue to meet the applicable requirements of ISO 17100:2015.
For clients operating in EU procurement environments — including framework contracts, public tenders, and multilingual institutional projects — ETC Europe’s recertification provides current, independently audited evidence that its translation workflows remain aligned with an internationally recognised quality standard.
This can support supplier due diligence, facilitate quality assessments, and provide greater confidence when selecting a translation partner for complex or sensitive multilingual assignments.
Meeting the Standards of European Institutions and International Organisations
EU institutions, intergovernmental organisations, public authorities, and major NGOs operate within demanding quality and compliance frameworks. Their multilingual communications — including legal texts, policy documents, public consultations, institutional reports, and technical publications — must be accurate, consistent, and handled by suitably qualified professionals.
ETC Europe’s ISO 17100:2015 recertification confirms that its professional translation services are delivered through structured, documented, and regularly audited processes. This gives institutional clients additional assurance when entrusting ETC Europe with complex multilingual content.
ETC Europe: A Trusted Partner for EU Translation Services
Specialising in institutional, legal, policy, and technical translation across the official languages of the European Union, ETC Europe supports clients throughout the full project lifecycle — from terminology preparation and project management to translation, revision, formatting, quality control, and final delivery.
Our recertification to ISO 17100:2015 reflects our continued investment in professional expertise, quality assurance, traceability, and the service standards expected by European institutions and international organisations.
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Whether you are preparing a multilingual tender response, procuring translation services within an EU or international framework, or seeking ongoing linguistic support for institutional communications, ETC Europe can provide a solution adapted to your requirements.
- Coverage of all official EU languages
- ISO 17100:2015-certified translation workflows
- Experience in EU institutional, legal, policy, and technical translation
- Documented quality assurance and traceability procedures
Contact our team to discuss your multilingual requirements and discover how ETC Europe can support your next project.
FAQ
What is ISO 17100:2015?
ISO 17100:2015 is the international standard for professional translation services. It defines requirements for translators, revisers, project managers, translation processes, quality control, and the management of client specifications.
What does ISO 17100:2015 certification demonstrate?
ISO 17100:2015 certification demonstrates that a translation provider follows documented and independently audited processes. These processes include the use of suitably qualified linguists, revision by a second professional, project management procedures, and quality checks before delivery.
Is ISO 17100:2015 certification required for EU tenders?
ISO 17100:2015 certification is not mandatory for every EU tender. However, some European institutions, international organisations, and public authorities may require recognised quality certifications or take them into account when evaluating translation suppliers.
What is the difference between ISO 17100 certification and recertification?
Initial certification confirms that a provider’s processes meet the requirements of ISO 17100:2015. Recertification takes place after a further external audit and confirms that the provider continues to comply with the standard over time.
Which translation services are covered by ISO 17100:2015?
ISO 17100:2015 applies to professional translation services and the associated processes defined by the standard, including project preparation, translation, revision, quality control, and final verification. Related services such as terminology management, formatting, localisation, and post-editing may be managed through complementary quality-controlled workflows.
Why should EU institutions and international organisations work with an ISO 17100-certified provider?
Working with an ISO 17100-certified provider offers additional assurance that multilingual content is handled through structured, traceable, and audited processes. This can support supplier due diligence and reduce quality and compliance risks in complex institutional translation projects.
When was ETC Europe recertified to ISO 17100:2015?
ETC Europe was officially recertified to the ISO 17100:2015 standard on 13 October 2025, following an external audit of its translation processes and quality management procedures.