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PORTEO BTP C么te d鈥橧voire achieves triple international certification for excellence
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PORTEO BTP C么te d鈥橧voire, a subsidiary of the pan-African PORTEO Group specializing in construction and strategic infrastructure development, has been awarded three major international certifications by Apave Certification. This achievement follows a rigorous audit process conducted between December 2025 and March 2026. The certifications include ISO 9001 2015 for Quality Management, ISO 14001 2015 for Environmental Management, and ISO 45001 2018 for Occupational Health and Safety. This triple certification demonstrates PORTEO BTP C么te d鈥橧voire's commitment to aligning its operations with international standards, focusing on customer satisfaction, environmental impact control, and employee protection. G茅rard Kouassi, Director General of PORTEO BTP C么te d鈥橧voire, stated that this certification recognizes the extensive work of their teams and reflects their ambition to deliver high-value projects while adhering to the highest standards in quality, environment, and safety. This three-year certification will be followed by regular audits to ensure continuous improvement. PORTEO BTP C么te d鈥橧voire, present in several West and Central African countries, aims to be a key player in the infrastructure sector, committed to a responsible, efficient, and sustainable approach to national development.
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