On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Vanuatu and the Vanuatu Bureau of Standards (VBS), I extend to you a warm welcome.

The Vanuatu Bureau of Standards is the national statutory body mandated under the Standards Act to uphold and promote quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across all sectors of our economy. As the focal institution for standardization, conformity assessment, and quality assurance in Vanuatu, we serve as the guardian of technical integrity and the foundation upon which Vanuatu’s economic transformation and industrial development rest.

In alignment with the Government’s 100-Day Plan and Council of Ministers (COM) directives, the Bureau is taking bold and forward-looking steps to industrialize the nation, strengthen its regulatory systems, and ensure that all locally produced goods and services meet internationally recognized standards. Our strategic priorities include the establishment of national packhouses, development of value chains for key commodities, operationalization of testing laboratories, and institutional participation in regional and global standard-setting bodies such as ISO and Codex Alimentarius.

The Bureau operates at the nexus of trade, industry, agriculture, tourism, and public safety. Our core functions include:

• Development and implementation of national standards;

• Certification, inspection, and testing of goods and services;

• Technical support to industries and producers;

• Metrology services ensuring accuracy and trust in measurement;

• Regulatory oversight in line with government policies and international obligations.

As CEO, I am committed to ensuring that the Bureau functions not only as a regulator but as a catalyst for innovation, competitiveness, and resilience. We embrace green technology, digital transformation, and public-private partnerships to support sustainable growth and elevate the quality of life for our people.

This website is designed to be a window into our work, a portal for stakeholders, and a tool for transparency and engagement. I invite you to explore, engage, and partner with us as we move Vanuatu forward with standards that empower, protect, and transform.

Together, we build a future where Vanuatu's name stands for excellence.

Atanas Pipite Chief Executive Officer

Atanas Pipite
Chief Executive Officer
Vanuatu Bureau of Standards