London Bullion Markets Association
What is the LBMA?
The LBMA stands for the London Bullion Market Association. It is the international trade association that represents the global over-the-counter (OTC) market for precious metals, primarily gold and silver, and also platinum and palladium.
One of the key roles of LBMA is:
- Responsible Sourcing
- LBMA runs the Responsible Gold and Silver Guidance, ensuring that gold is sourced ethically and does not fund conflict or human rights abuses.
Benefits of Complying with the Responsible Gold and Silver Guidance
Complying with the LBMA Responsible Gold and Silver Guidance offers several important benefits for refiners, traders, and the wider supply chain.
Benefits of Certification
Credibility and Trust
- Independent third-party audits validate that your sourcing practices are ethical and transparent.
- Builds confidence among customers, investors, and regulators.
Market Access
- Assurance is required to remain on the LBMA Good Delivery List, which is essential for global bullion trading.
- Many financial institutions and exchanges only work with LBMA-assured refiners.
Risk Reduction
- Reduces exposure to legal and reputational risk
Regulatory Compliance
- Aligns with international standards such as:
- OECD Due Diligence Guidance
- UN Guiding Principles
- Simplifies compliance with global regulations.
ESG and Sustainability Credentials
- Demonstrates commitment to responsible sourcing and sustainability.
- Enhances your ESG profile, which is increasingly important for investors.
Competitive Advantage
- Positions your company as a trusted and responsible player in the global bullion market.
- Can attract new customers and institutional investors.
Our Services
Certification of your Gold and Silver supply chains against the Responsible Gold and/or Silver Guidance to ISAE 3000.
London Platinum and Palladium Market Association
What is the LPPM?
The LPPM stands for The London Platinum and Palladium Market Association which is a trade association that oversees and promotes the trading of platinum and
palladium in London.
One of the key roles of LPPM is:
- Responsible Sourcing
- LPPM runs the Responsible Platinum and Palladium Guidance, ensuring that Platinum and Palladium is sourced ethically and does not fund conflict or human rights abuses.
Benefits of Complying with the Responsible Platinum and Palladium Guidance
Complying with the LPPM Responsible Platinum and Palladium Guidance offers several important benefits for refiners, traders, and the wider supply chain.
Benefits of Certification
Credibility and Trust
- Independent third-party audits validate that your sourcing practices are ethical and transparent.
- Builds confidence among customers, investors, and regulators.
Market Access
- Assurance is required to remain on the LBMA Good Delivery List, which is essential for global bullion trading.
- Many financial institutions and exchanges only work with LBMA-assured refiners.
Risk Reduction
- Reduces exposure to legal and reputational risk
Regulatory Compliance
- Aligns with international standards such as:
- OECD Due Diligence Guidance
- UN Guiding Principles
- Simplifies compliance with global regulations.
ESG and Sustainability Credentials
- Demonstrates commitment to responsible sourcing and sustainability.
- Enhances your ESG profile, which is increasingly important for investors.
Competitive Advantage
- Positions your company as a trusted and responsible player in the global bullion market.
- Can attract new customers and institutional investors.
Our Services
We are an approved assurance provider by the LPPM (https://www.lppm.com/responsible-sourcing/assurance-providers/list) and provide confirmation that our client’s Platinum and Palladium supply chains meet the requirements of the Responsible PGM Guidance and the ISAE 3000 standard.
Sustainable Biomass
What is Sustainable Biomass?
Sustainable biomass describes any type of biomass, which, by certification has been recognised to be sustainably produced and distributed. Sustainable biomass provides means to meet the increasing demands for fuels and other products.
Scopes of Sustainable Biomass Certification
- Scopes of Sustainable Biomass Certification
- Biofuels (EU Renewable Energy Directive)
- Food, Feed (voluntary certification)
- Bio-based products in the Chemical Industry
Benefits of Certification
Benefits of Certification
- Legal compliance with EU Renewable Energy Directive
- Sustainable production
- Market recognition
- Development of new markets
Our Services
Mandatory certification according to the EU Renewable Energy Directive
- ISCC
- REDcert
Voluntary Certification
- ISCC Plus
- REDcert²
Benefits of Certification
Certified companies demonstrate commitment to the environment and to ethical behaviour. At the same time, the wood can be clearly identified at any time and at all stages of processing and trading. Inspection and certification provides clear benefits to the customer and market partners, such as:
- Increased confidence through proof of fulfilment of the requirements of Internationally recognised standards
- Greater acceptance of the wood and wood products on the part of customers and consumers who place importance on proof of origin
- Acquisition of new groups of customers who have a high level of environmental awareness when making purchases
- Use of recognized labels as an effective marketing instrument over competitors without the certification
- Proof that the wood does not originate from questionable sources
Our Services
- Chain of Custody Certification according to FSC/PEFC Schemes
- Certification of sustainable forest management according to PEFC Standard