Certification body profile

LRQA

LRQA is a global assurance provider formed from Lloyd's Register's business-assurance arm, with UKAS-accredited ISO 27001 certification among its services. It secured UKAS accreditation for the 2022 version of the standard and supports integrated assessments across schemes.

At a glance

HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom
Founded2021 (Lloyd's Register heritage, 1760)
Firm typeAccredited certification body (UKAS)
Audit-fee planning range$15K–$50K (published planning range, Sept 2026)
Typical certification window4–9 mo
Frameworks (per firm)ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22301
Official websitelrqa.com

Best fit

UK and multinational companies that want a UKAS-accredited CB with deep assurance heritage.

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A broad assurance portfolio — verify ISO 27001 auditor availability and sector experience in the proposal.

Independent directory note. This profile is compiled from the firm's public materials, verified September 2026. It is not an endorsement and not a paid placement. Verify the CB's accreditation and engagement terms yourself.

Questions about LRQA

Is LRQA an accredited body that can issue ISO 27001 certificates?

LRQA is listed here as a Accredited certification body (UKAS). Only accredited certification bodies can issue ISO 27001 certificates — confirm the body's current accreditation for ISO 27001 (check the accreditation body's directory, e.g. UKAS, ANAB, DAkkS, RvA) before engaging.

What frameworks does LRQA support?

Per the firm's public materials: ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22301.

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