Global Inspections is no more – long live the Global Inspections Group (GIG). This follows much deliberation by the South African-based inspections company which has not only changed its name but also corporate colours. According to Stefan Sakoschek, executive group chairman, the change has resulted in a look and feel that maintains the company’s African roots, but has more international appeal. “It is definitely about having a fresh and more modern look, while the acronym is more internationally inclined,” says Sakoschek. Employees have welcomed the new name and look of the company. “We are proud of our African roots – the company came about as we identified an opportunity to open a truly African inspections company. Traditionally all the other inspections companies operating in South Africa and Africa have European headquarters, but we were born and bred here. It was important to retain that, but also be able to have our international clients identify with us.”
