AENOR – Spanish Association for Standardization and Certification

Overview 
AENOR (Asociación Española de Normalización y Certificación) is the leading Spanish body for **standardization and certification**. Founded in 1986, it plays a crucial role in enhancing competitiveness, quality, and sustainability across industries. Initially, AENOR managed both standards and certifications, but since 2017, the functions have been divided: 
• UNE – responsible for the development of Spanish Standards (UNE Standards). 
• AENOR Internacional S.A.U. – responsible for certification, conformity assessment, and related services. 

AENOR operates globally, with offices and partnerships in more than 90 countries, issuing certifications that are internationally recognized.

Main Functions 
• Standardization – through UNE, developing national standards aligned with international (ISO, IEC, CEN, CENELEC) frameworks. 
• Certification – product, service, and system certifications such as ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environment), ISO 45001 (Health & Safety), ISO 27001 (Information Security), and ESG-related schemes. 
• Training & Knowledge – offering courses, seminars, and e-learning in management systems, sustainability, and compliance. 
• Publishing – standards, technical documents, and professional handbooks. 
• Digital Solutions – software tools (e.g., Ceertol) supporting system management and compliance. 

Global Recognition 
AENOR is among the world's most respected certification bodies, ranked in the top 10 globally for volume of certificates issued. Its certifications open international markets, as AENOR is recognized by authorities, industry associations, and global supply chains.

Contact Information 

Headquarters	C/ Génova, 6, 28004 Madrid, Spain
Phone	+34 91 432 60 00 / +34 91 529 49 20
Email	[email protected] / [email protected]
Website	You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login (official) | You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login (standards body UNE)

Strategic Outlook 
AENOR's current strategic plan emphasizes: 
• Growth in sustainability and ESG certifications. 
• Expansion of digital and remote audit services. 
• Greater international presence in Latin America, Europe, and Asia. 
• Supporting organizations in achieving climate neutrality, data protection, and social responsibility goals. 

Conclusion 
AENOR represents a trusted partner for organizations worldwide, offering certification and standardization services that guarantee compliance, competitiveness, and sustainable growth. By bridging Spanish and international frameworks, AENOR continues to support companies, governments, and institutions in building safer, more reliable, and future-ready operations.