Our Certifications
A Mark of Quality in the Global Railway Industry
Avantgarde holds prestigious national and international certifications, confirming our status as a trusted and certified provider of railway maintenance solutions. Our commitment to excellence, safety, and compliance sets us apart in the global railway sector.
Certifications issued by prominent third-party organizations attest to our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability in the railway sector
ISO 9001 – Quality Management System
Our ISO 9001 certification signifies that Avantgarde maintains a quality management system that consistently provides products and services meeting customer and regulatory requirements. This standard emphasizes continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, ensuring that our processes are efficient and our offerings are of the highest quality.
ISO 14001 – Environmental Management System
Avantgarde adheres to the ISO 14001 standard, implementing a robust environmental management system. This certification reflects our dedication to environmental protection, pollution prevention, and compliance with environmental legislation. By systematically managing our environmental responsibilities, we aim to minimize our ecological footprint and promote sustainability in our operations.
ISO 45001 – Health and Safety Management System
Achieving ISO 45001 certification, Avantgarde demonstrates its commitment to providing a safe and healthy workplace. This standard helps us proactively improve our occupational health and safety performance, preventing work-related injuries and illnesses, and fostering a culture of safety throughout our organization.
ISO 3834-2 – Welding of Carbon Steel for Structures Rail and Tram Vehicles Sector
Avantgarde is certified under ISO 3834-2, which specifies comprehensive quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials. This certification ensures that our welding processes meet international standards, guaranteeing the structural integrity and safety of our welded components, which is crucial in the railway industry.
QHSE Policy – Our Commitment to Quality, Health, Safety, and the Environment
At Avantgarde, we believe that Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental protection are fundamental pillars of responsible and sustainable business. Our QHSE Policy outlines the guiding principles and objectives that shape every aspect of our operations, ensuring safe working environments, full regulatory compliance, and continuous efforts to reduce our environmental impact. This document represents our daily commitment to excellence embraced by every department, employee, and partner and reflects our dedication to building a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future for the railway industry.
UNI EN15085-2 – Production, maintenance, design, purchase and supply of rail vehicles and its parts in carbon steel
Avantgarde is now certified under UNI EN15085-2, a European standard focused on welding of railway vehicles and components. This newly acquired certification confirms our commitment to the highest levels of quality and safety in welding practices, ensuring full compliance with EU requirements for railway applications.
ECM Certification – Regulation (EU) 2019/779
Avantgarde is certified as an Entity in Charge of Maintenance (ECM) under Regulation (EU) 2019/779, as recognized by CERTIFER. This certification ensures that our maintenance management system complies with stringent European standards, focusing on safety-critical components of railway vehicles. It demonstrates our commitment to maintaining the highest safety and reliability standards in railway operations.
RFI Authorized Maintenance Workshop
Recognized by Rete Ferroviaria Italiana (RFI), Avantgarde is an authorized and certified workshop for the maintenance of track maintenance machines. This accreditation confirms our capability to perform maintenance activities that meet national railway infrastructure standards, ensuring the operational efficiency and safety of railway equipment.
