WISeKey Group Subsidiary SEALSQ achieves ISO 14001 Certification
October 12 2023 - 8:30AM
WISeKey Group Subsidiary SEALSQ achieves
ISO 14001 Certification
GENEVA – October 12, 2023:
WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (“WISeKey”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ:
WKEY), a leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and
Internet of Things (IoT) solutions operating as a holding company,
today announced that its Semiconductors & PKI subsidiary
SEALSQ Corp. (NASDAQ: LAES) has achieved ISO 14001
certification.
ISO 14001 is a global standard for setting out
criteria for an Environmental Management System, providing a
framework for measuring and improving the environmental impact and
climate risks of an organization, as well as implementing a
structured path to mitigate them and fulfilling compliance
obligations.
To achieve certification, SEALSQ successfully
completed multiple rigorous audits conducted by Bureau Veritas.
Several criteria must be met and incorporated into the EMS. These
included:
- analyzing
regulatory compliance,
- understanding and
developing mitigation processes for environmental impacts,
- identifying
interested parties that want the company to lower environmental
risks,
- developing
procedures to manage environmental risks and opportunities in
everyday processes including daily tasks, emergency response, and
setting goals and metrics.
As part of its ISO 14001 certification, SEALSQ
is committed to achieving a number of environmental objectives
including reduction of e-waste, elimination of plastic in packaging
and implementation of proactive energy efficiency measures to
decrease the environmental impacts of its operations.
“Achieving ISO 14001 certification, which is the
globally recognized standard for Environmental Management System,
is a key achievement and we are very pleased to have reached this
significant milestone with SEALSQ,” said Carlos Moreira, CEO of
SEALSQ and the WISeKey Group.
“WISeKey and SEALSQ are committed to
understanding and effectively managing our impacts on the
environment by engaging in environmentally friendly business
practices, aiming to produce the most efficient and secure products
in the industry," said Bernard Vian, Managing Director. "We worked
very hard to achieve ISO 14001 certification. As a result, our
customers, employees and shareholders can feel confident that
SEALSQ shares common concerns and goals related to environmental
responsibility."
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About SEALSQSEALSQ (Nasdaq:
LAES) is a subsidiary of the WISeKey Group that focuses on
developing and selling Semiconductors, PKI and Post-Quantum
technology hardware and software products. Our Post-Quantum
solutions include Post-Quantum microchips and devices that can be
used in a variety of applications, from Multi-Factor Authentication
devices, Home Automation, and IT Network Infrastructure, to
Automotive, Industrial Automation and Control Systems.
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) refers to
cryptographic methods that are secure against an attack by a
quantum computer. As quantum computers become more powerful, they
may be able to break many of the cryptographic methods that are
currently used to protect sensitive information, such as RSA and
Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC). PQC aims to develop new
cryptographic methods that are secure against quantum attacks. For
more information, visit www.sealsq.com
About WISeKeyWISeKey
International Holding Ltd ("WISeKey", SIX: WIHN; Nasdaq: WKEY) is a
global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and IoT solutions
platform. It operates as a Swiss-based holding company through
several operational subsidiaries, each dedicated to specific
aspects of its technology portfolio. The subsidiaries include (i)
SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES), which focuses on semiconductors, PKI,
and post-quantum technology products, (ii) WISeKey SA which
specializes in RoT and PKI solutions for secure authentication and
identification in IoT, Blockchain, and AI, (iii) WISeSat AG which
focuses on space technology for secure satellite communication,
specifically for IoT applications, and (iv) WISe.ART Corp which
focuses on trusted blockchain NFTs and operates the WISe.ART
marketplace for secure NFT transactions.
Each subsidiary contributes to WISeKey's mission
of securing the internet while focusing on their respective areas
of research and expertise. Their technologies seamlessly integrate
into the comprehensive WISeKey platform. WISeKey secures digital
identity ecosystems for individuals and objects using Blockchain,
AI, and IoT technologies. With over 1.6 billion microchips deployed
across various IoT sectors, WISeKey plays a vital role in securing
the Internet of Everything. The company's semiconductors generate
valuable Big Data that, when analyzed with AI, enable predictive
equipment failure prevention. Trusted by the OISTE/WISeKey
cryptographic Root of Trust, WISeKey provides secure authentication
and identification for IoT, Blockchain, and AI applications. The
WISeKey Root of Trust ensures the integrity of online transactions
between objects and people. For more information on WISeKey's
strategic direction and its subsidiary companies, please visit
www.wisekey.com.
Press and investor contacts:
WISeKey
International Holding Ltd Company Contact:
Carlos MoreiraChairman & CEOTel: +41 22 594
3000info@wisekey.com |
WISeKey
Investor Relations (US) Contact: Lena CatiThe
Equity Group Inc.Tel: +1 212 836-9611lcati@equityny.com |
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