UL Solutions European Retail Center of Excellence Supports Multi-Product Retailers

A partner across the product journey

From product design and development to production and merchandising, we support each stage through collaboration and technical expertise. Products do not move in silos, and support should not either. Our European Retail Center of Excellence is connected with our other laboratories worldwide, enabling teams to align on requirements, share insights and support customers across regions.

Deep expertise built over nearly 40 years

Retail continues to evolve. With nearly 40 years of experience with European retailers, we have developed insight into:

• Multi-product category management
• European consumer behavior
• Technical, chemical and regulatory compliance
• Private-label development and brand protection

This experience can help retailers make informed decisions today and plan for what’s next.

Technical depth that helps reduce complexity

Our in-house specialists help limit fragmentation and duplication by supporting programs across product categories and functions. We provide support across the product life cycle, backed by technical knowledge across categories.

Regulatory knowledge across Europe and beyond

Retailers face increasing regulatory complexity. We can help you simplify it. Our experts support both cross-cutting and sector-specific regulations, allowing you to work with a single service provider for multiple needs.

Chemical compliance support

Chemical requirements are a cornerstone of market access. Our specialists support chemical compliance and risk management by helping evaluate products against applicable requirements and retailer policies.

Global reach with local understanding

Our European location, integrated into a global network of facilities and technical hubs, enables us to pair global service with European market insight.

We understand the priorities and needs of European multi-product retailers.

We support global market access needs, including the U.S., as a U.S.-based global company.

Many of our experts participate in standards development work through relevant committees.

A center of excellence designed for collaboration

Our location is designed to bring teams and suppliers together, including for meetings, workshops, supplier training and events. When strategy meets innovation, ideas can move faster.

Sustainability support where you need it

Our EU Center of Excellence brings sustainability experts, sustainability laboratory capabilities and technical teams together in the same facilities to support integrated approaches across the value chain.

Flexible and future-focused

We take on complex challenges and stay as priorities change. With UL Solutions, you can access:

• Ad hoc programs tailored to your needs
• Practical solutions, not just concepts
• A partnership grounded in transparency, flexibility and shared ambition
• A forward-looking approach to product life cycle and brand value