未来之窗：创新、市场准入与复苏的质量与标准

A WINDOW TO THE FUTURE Quality and Standards for innovation,market access and recovery Global Quality and StandardsProgramme (GQSP) Ukraine IN A NUTSHELL National counterpartMinistry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine DonorSwiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) Implementing PartnerUnited Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Duration2019 – 2025 Target SectorWood, with focus on children’s furniture and wooden windows Key Partners — National Standardization Body of Ukraine SE “UkrNDNС” (UAS)— National Accreditation Agency of Ukraine (NAAU)— Conformity assessment bodies: Regional Testing Center “BM-TEST”and Kryvyi Rih branch of SE “Dniprostandartmetrologiya”— Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH)— Agency for sustainable development of the Carpathian region (FORZA)— Ukrainian Association of Window Systems (UAWS)— Association of Window and Facade Market Participants— Ukrainian Association of Furniture Manufacturers (UAFM) TRANSFORMING THE WOOD INDUSTRYWITH QUALITY AND STANDARDS Ukraine’s wood sector holds tremendous promise. With abundant forestresources and skilled craftsmanship, it stands as one of the country’smost promising engines for export growth and recovery. From high qualitywooden windows to eco-friendly children’s furniture, Ukrainian producersare well positioned to supply the growing global demand for sustainable,energy efficient products. Beyondits export potential,the sector has become strategicfor Ukraine’s reconstruction and green transition. Wood based productsare essential for rebuilding homes and communities in ways that improveenergy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and promote environmentallyresponsible construction. As Ukraine rebuilds, this industry can help shapea more resilient and sustainable future. However, to seize these opportunities, Ukrainian enterprises must meetstringentinternational standards and demonstrate compliance withglobal regulations. Achieving this not only opens access to new marketsparticularlywithintheEuropeanUnionbutalsostrengthensconsumer trust, enhances product quality, and supports long-term economiccompetitiveness. Toaccelerate this transformation,the United Nations IndustrialDevelopmentOrganization(UNIDO)launched the Global Quality andStandardsProgramme (GQSP) Ukraine, funded by Switzerland throughthe State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). The project facilitatesmarket access for Ukrainian SMEs, by enhancing the quality services andexport potential of the wood sector, with particular focus on wood processedproducts such as wooden windows and children’s furniture. The GQSPproject has: Strengthened national quality infrastructureinstitutions,enablingthem to deliver vital services, such as product testing, certification, andaccreditation, to ultimately ensure the quality of wood-based products,including windows and furniture Enhanced companies’ compliance capacity, helping Ukrainian woodprocessing businesses meet international standards and access newexport markets. Raised quality culture and national awareness about the role of qualityand standards in building reliable, safe, and sustainable products. The impact is already tangible. Ukrainian companies are now betterequipped to compete globally, contribute to green reconstruction,and align more closely with EU market requirements. Through theGQSP, Ukraine is paving the way for a modern, competitive, andenvironmentally responsible wood sector one that supports jobs,drivesexports,and underpins Ukraine’s sustainable economicrecovery. IMPACT AT A GLANCE Stakeholders across the wood sector reached connecting institutions,enterprises, and professionals under a shared vision for quality andsustainability. 5National institutions strengthened enhancing Ukraine’s qualityinfrastructure and alignment with European standards. 70Enterprises empowered with practical tools and knowledge to improvecompliance and competitiveness. 384Professionals trained on quality, standards, and compliance buildingexpertise that drives long-term transformation. National standards adopted or aligned with European ones reinforcingUkraine’s integration with EU markets. 18 2State of the art laboratories established boosting testing and certificationcapabilities in the wood sector. Participants actively engaged through awareness-raising events, fostering astronger understanding of quality and sustainability. Together, these achievements are laying the foundations for a greener, more competitive, andglobally connected Ukrainian wood sectorone that opens new windows of opportunities for thecountry’s sustainable reconstruction. BETTER QUALITY SYSTEM FOR STRONGERBUSINESSES Quality infrastructure at the service of theUkrainian wood sector A strong, modern and smart quality infrastructure is the backbone of Ukraine’sexport growth, economic recovery, and EU integration. By ensuring that businessesmeet international standards and technical regulations, it boosts compe