KEMA Labs joins UCA (UCAIug) as Corporate Partner for IEC 61850

KEMA Labs (CESI Group) is pleased to announce its official participation as a Corporate Partner of the UCA International Users Group (UCAIug), reinforcing its strategic commitment to the advancement of IEC 61850 standards and interoperable digital power systems.

The UCAIug is a global, non-profit organization bringing together utilities, manufacturers, system integrators, and research institutions to promote the adoption of open, standards-based technologies in the energy sector. Its mission is to enable utility integration through collaboration and the deployment of interoperable solutions.

Within this framework, UCAIug plays a critical role in conformance testing, interoperability validation, and certification programs for IEC 61850, which is today a leading international standard for communication and automation in power systems.

Strengthening leadership in IEC 61850 testing

By joining UCAIug as a Corporate Partner, KEMA Labs will:

• Actively contribute to industry initiatives and working groups
• Support the development and validation of interoperability standards
• Strengthen its capabilities in IEC 61850 testing and certification services
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to drive innovation in digital substations and grid automation

This partnership aligns with KEMA Labs’ mission to provide independent, high-quality testing and certification services, supporting manufacturers and utilities in ensuring compliance, reliability, and performance of next-generation energy technologies.

Driving the future of digital grids

IEC 61850 is a cornerstone of modern power systems, enabling seamless communication between intelligent devices, vendor-independent architectures, and future-proof grid infrastructures.

Through its engagement with UCAIug, KEMA Labs will further accelerate:

• The adoption of interoperable solutions across global markets
• The development of grid digitalization frameworks
• The reliability and security of critical energy infrastructure

About KEMA Labs (CESI Group)
KEMA Labs is a global leader in Testing, Inspection & Certification services for the electrical industry, supporting the energy transition through advanced testing, certification, and engineering solutions.

About UCAIug
The UCA International Users Group is a global organization dedicated to promoting interoperability and integration of power systems through standards such as IEC 61850, CIM, and OpenFMB