SMET RECERTIFICATION TO BES 6001 AWARDED BY BSI 2026

SMET RECERTIFICATION TO BES 6001 AWARDED BY BSI 2026

SMET is delighted to announce its recertification to BES 6001 by the British Standards Institute for the Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products.

This certification, with overall performance rated as “VERY GOOD,” joins SMET’s distinguished portfolio of management systems, further solidifying its commitment to SMET’s sustainable & ethical practices.

SMET is BES 6001 CompliantSMET is re-certified BES 6001 in 2026

With an increasing focus on sustainable development, construction companies recognise the need to demonstrate that their buildings are designed and built with sustainability in mind. One element of this is the responsible sourcing of products used in their construction.

To this end, SMET was recertified to BES 6001 by BSI, with a rating of “VERY GOOD”!

BES 6001 outlines a comprehensive framework covering organisational governance, supply chain management, and environmental and social considerations, all vital components to ensure responsible sourcing in construction.

SMET is re-certified BES 6001 in 2026

KEY OBJECTIVES OF BES 6001:

Promoting responsible product sourcing.
Providing comprehensive guidelines for sustainability considerations.
Offering assurance of responsible sourcing of construction materials and products.

BENEFITS:

Demonstrating SMET’s commitment to responsible sourcing.
Empowering informed supplier selection.
Enhancing overall social and environmental performance.

Proud to be BES 6001 Certified! Colette Hood and Joris Smet. Pictured here with BSI Client Manager, Mairead Magennis.

Quadruple-BSI-certified SMET continues to champion sustainability and ethical responsibility in the industry, making it a trusted partner for conscientious construction.

www.smetbuildingproducts.com

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Michael McDonnell Managing Editor of Irish Construction Industry Magazine & Plan Magazine

Email: michael@irishconstruction.com      WWW.MCDMEDIA.IE 

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