Seco

SECO Group, established in 1934, is a leading independent organization dedicated to mitigating construction risks through comprehensive technical expertise. Originating in Belgium, SECO has expanded its services across the Benelux region and internationally, offering a wide array of services throughout the entire construction lifecycle. The inception of SECO was driven by a commitment to prevent structural failures, such as the bridge collapses on the Albert Canal in the 1930s. This commitment has evolved into a mission to support high-quality, innovative, and sustainable construction through independent expertise. SECO's core values include trust, ownership, independence, optimism, and excellence. SECO's services encompass technical inspections, certifications, and advisory roles in various domains, including construction materials, systems, and processes; infrastructure; buildings; sustainability; fire safety; surveying; and regulatory inspections. The organization is recognized by leading reinsurers as a reference authority in latent and inherent defects risk assessment. SECO's expertise is sought after for projects ranging from underwater constructions to high-rise buildings, ensuring technical risks are normalized, sustainability is optimized, and comfort is guaranteed. Innovation is a cornerstone of SECO's approach. The organization dedicates up to 20% of its teams' hours to training and research, maintaining strong ties with expert bodies and academia. The Technical Council, comprising renowned university professors, supports SECO in addressing complex challenges faced by clients. Many in-house experts hold teaching positions at universities, contribute to standardization commissions, and participate in working groups, reflecting SECO's commitment to giving back to society as an independent actor. Sustainability is integral to SECO's mission. The organization achieved carbon neutrality in 2019 and continues to promote green mobility solutions internally. Through expertise in climate-resilient, energy-efficient, circular, and green buildings, materials, and infrastructure, SECO empowers clients to become sustainability actors. The organization also fosters inclusion among colleagues, supported by ASBL - VZW Diversicom. In 2023, SECO Group and Van Hemelen, a family-owned company with three generations of experience in regulatory inspections in Belgium, joined forces. This collaboration aims to offer innovative solutions to clients across the country in key safety domains, including electricity, gas, lifting equipment, fire and explosion safety, and emergency lighting. SECO's commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability has established it as a trusted partner for construction stakeholders worldwide, ensuring safety and quality in construction projects for nearly a century.