TAGTDP Becomes the First Company Obtaining the European Standard EN 15038 in the Middle East

Abu-Ghazaleh Translation, Distribution and Publishing (TAGTDP) in Cairo acquires the European Standard EN 15038 LICS -Certificate

CAIRO--- March 5, 2008--- Abu-Ghazaleh Translation, Distribution and Publishing (TAGTDP) in Cairo has recently obtained the European Standard EN 15038 Certificate for translation services after a comprehensive assessment by the Austrian Standards Institute (ON).

TAGTDP became the first company to acquire such a prestigious certificate in the Arab region and the Middle East after demonstrating an excellent record, regulations and work methodologies in translating patents, trademarks, special projects and legal documents.

In addition, a comprehensive review was conducted to identify the translators' qualifications and experiences, the extent of their compliance with quality control system, confidentiality of translated material, preservation and retrieval of translations.

Certified companies with the European Standard EN 15038 are qualified to undertake translation work for the United Nations bodies and authorities, embassies of the European Union and various international organizations and institutions as well.

"The work methodology applied by TAGTDP is highly competent and meets the European Standard EN 15038 and LICS/ON audit requirements for translation services," Mr. Mohamed-Ali Ibrahim, the Austrian Standards Institute representative and lead auditor stated.

About TAGTDP:

Abu-Ghazaleh Translation, Distribution and Publishing (TAGTDP) is the biggest translation company in the Arab region rendering a complete range of professional translation services for various Arab and international bodies, organizations and companies.

About The Austrian Standards Institute (ON):

The Austrian Standards Institute (ON) is one of the most important bodies practicing audit and certification of companies in the field of translation in accordance with the European standards.