Baar (July 7, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is delighted to host a complimentary webinar titled ‘Advanced textile functions and performance assessment for wellbeing and protection’ on July 23, 2026.

Athleisure clothing, such as leggings, yoga pants and joggers, has become increasingly popular, as consumers seek garments that can be worn for both athletic and leisure use. In a competitive market, performance claims must be verifiable. Therefore, apparel must be tested to ensure the accuracy and reliability of performance characteristics such as breathability.

In this complimentary webinar, SGS experts will provide an overview of market trends in wellbeing and protection clothing. Testing methods for characteristics such as breathability and insulation will be explored, along with ultraviolet protection and antimicrobial performance.

Brand trust and consumer loyalty are built on transparent, trusted evidence. SGS testing services offer rigorous assessments for all forms of active leisure and comfort wear, and a Q&A session will enable attendees to engage with expert presenters and explore topics relevant to real-world business environments.

This webinar is designed for technicians, designers, merchandisers and product compliance teams within the softlines industry. It takes place on July 23, 2026, with one session at 10:00 am Central European Summer Time (CEST) and a second at 4:30 pm CEST.

Stakeholders are encouraged to register now to secure their place. https://event.on24.com/wcc/mr/6865452/E4B3F322D0DC27AC3581547832FC90EA?partnerref=PR

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).