Center for Testing and European Certification (CTEC) is established in Stara Zagora with main purpose to help the enterprises to fulfill the requirements of the regulatory framework and the directives of the European commission. Along with that, with the services offered by the company, enterprises increase their competitiveness and obtain security and guarantees for the quality of their products. CTEC is the first in Bulgaria entity that received authorization for conformity assessment of machinery. In its 14-year history, the company received accreditation by the national accreditation body and the right to perform conformity assessment, testing, audits, supervision, control and training in different areas. Procedures for conformity assessment performed by CTEC are necessary for affixing CE marking.