Intertek's Assurance in Action Podcast Network

Wind power is often seen as inherently sustainable. But as the industry scales, new questions emerge about materials, design, and what happens to wind turbines at the end of their life.
In this episode, Intertek experts explore how circular economy thinking is reshaping wind energy, from the use of low-carbon and recycled steel to advances in recyclable turbine blades and the role of artificial reefs in supporting marine biodiversity. The conversation looks at how innovation, engineering, and circular design can help the wind sector reduce environmental impact while building long-term resilience.
Speakers:
Richard Sargeant- Subject Matter Expert for Offshore Wind, Intertek
David Muil- VP ATIC Sustainability, Intertek Business Assurance
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In this episode, Chloe Lay and Ashli Span from Intertek Assuris set the stage for an upcoming virtual conference on sustainable packaging compliance. The discussion highlights the growing role of biopolymers and recycled materials in packaging and underscores the critical importance of ensuring these materials are both safe and compliant with evolving regulations. Designed for professionals across regulatory affairs, sustainability, R&D, and quality, the episode explores why these topics matter today, how they influence day-to-day decision-making, and what listeners can expect from the conference sessions ahead. 
Event details can be found at: https://www.intertek.com/events/2026/sustainable-packaging-compliance-biopolymers-recycled-materials-safe-use/
Speakers:
Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris
Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris
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In the third episode of our ‘Cyber Security De-mystified Podcast Series’, Steve Ramsden, President Information Security at Intertek meets with guest speaker Irfan Hemani -Deputy Director for UK Cyber Security & Resilience Policy at Department for Science, Innovation and Technology –  DSIT to talk about UK Govt initiatives aiming to strengthen cyber resilience and what this means for UK organisations.
Speakers:
Steven Ramsden:  President of Information Security at Intertek
Irfan Hemani : Deputy Director for UK Cyber Security & Resilience Policy,  DSIT
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In this episode of Expert Insights, Ashli Span and special guest Tommy Savarese shake up things up with a conversation that goes beyond traditional regulatory talk.
During this discussion, Ashli and Tommy explore the real world of recycling: how it works, where it’s headed, and why it matters for quality, safety, sustainability, and more.
Whether you’re in compliance, product development, sustainability, or just curious about what happens after products hit the bin, this episode uncovers the unseen complexities and growing opportunities behind recycling systems around the world.
Tune in to get a fresh perspective on recycling, well beyond what you expect.
Presenters:
Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris
Thomas Savarese, Compliance Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris
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Chemical regulations are only part of the story. In our latest episode, Bob Trimble, Program Manager for Global Restricted Substances at Intertek Assuris, sits down with Anju, an expert in U.S. consumer product safety, to explore how CPSC e-filing is changing the compliance landscape, specifically for children’s products.
From documentation requirements to digital reporting, they unpack the challenges companies face and share insights to help you stay ahead of evolving safety expectations.
Tune in to learn how to simplify compliance and protect your brand’s reputation in a more transparent, data-driven future.
Speakers:
Robert Trimble, Program Manager – Global Restricted Substances, Intertek Assuris
Anju Kang, Consultant – Risk Strategy & Management, Intertek Assuris
 
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