New collaboration strengthens laboratory quality systems, testing accuracy, and international compliance for lithium-ion battery safety and performance testing

LICO, a specialized lithium-ion battery testing laboratory, has formally partnered with Global Quality Services (GQS) to support its journey toward ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, the internationally recognised standard for testing and calibration laboratories.

The engagement reflects LICO’s strategic focus on strengthening laboratory competence, improving testing reliability, and aligning its operations with globally accepted quality and compliance benchmarks. Through this collaboration, GQS will provide structured, end-to-end support across the ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation lifecycle, including gap assessment, documentation development, method validation, internal audits, and accreditation readiness.

ISO/IEC 17025 is widely regarded as the benchmark for laboratory competence, particularly in safety-critical and highly regulated sectors such as lithium-ion battery testing, where accuracy, repeatability, and traceability of results are essential.

Addressing Growing Quality Expectations in Battery Testing

Lithium-ion batteries are central to electric vehicles, consumer electronics, energy storage systems, and industrial applications. As adoption accelerates globally, regulatory authorities, manufacturers, and certification bodies are placing increased emphasis on independent, technically competent testing.

Testing laboratories are expected not only to deliver accurate results, but also to operate under robust quality management systems with validated methods and controlled processes. By pursuing ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, LICO aims to formally demonstrate its technical competence and reinforce confidence in the reliability and impartiality of its test results.

“ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation is a critical milestone for laboratories involved in battery testing,” said a senior quality representative at GQS. “It demonstrates that testing is performed using validated methods, competent personnel, and internationally accepted quality practices.”

Scope of GQS Support

Under the agreement, GQS will provide tailored accreditation support aligned with LICO’s testing scope and operational environment. Key elements of the engagement include:

  • Gap Assessment: Evaluation of LICO’s existing quality management system and technical controls against ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

  • Documentation and System Development: Support for laboratory policies, procedures, and work instructions aligned with accreditation expectations.

  • Method Validation and Measurement Uncertainty: Assistance with validation, verification, and uncertainty estimation for test methods.

  • Internal Audits and Management Review: Planning and execution of audits and reviews to assess system effectiveness.

  • Accreditation Readiness: Guidance during pre-assessment and final accreditation audits, including corrective action support.

This structured approach is designed to support efficient accreditation progress while minimizing operational disruption.

Why ISO/IEC 17025 Matters for Lithium-Ion Batteries

For lithium-ion battery testing laboratories, ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation is particularly important due to the safety-critical nature of the products being evaluated. Accredited laboratories must demonstrate validated methods, traceable equipment calibration, competent personnel, controlled testing environments, and impartiality safeguards.

Test reports issued by ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories are more readily accepted by regulators, OEMs, and international markets, reducing the need for repeat testing and supporting global compliance requirements.

Commitment to Quality and Compliance

LICO operates as a specialised laboratory focused on lithium-ion battery performance, safety, and reliability testing. Initiating the ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation process reinforces its commitment to technical excellence, quality governance, and continuous improvement.

“Accreditation is not just a certification milestone,” a LICO spokesperson said. “It provides a framework for consistent, defensible, and internationally accepted testing outcomes.”

About LICO

LICO is a specialised lithium-ion battery testing laboratory supporting manufacturers and stakeholders with performance, safety, and reliability testing services.

About Global Quality Services (GQS)

Global Quality Services provides accreditation and certification support across regulated industries, including testing laboratories, manufacturing, energy, and technology sectors.