For several years, Berlinger has actively supported the ITA’s training programs for Doping Control Officers (DCOs) and International Doping Control Officers (IDCOs) to ensure quality and safety in doping control worldwide.
The ITA:
The ITA is an independent non-profit international organisation established in Switzerland. It delivers clean sport programs for International Federations, Major Event Organisers and any other organisation requesting support or collaboration to protect the integrity of international sport and the health of athletes worldwide. Established in 2018 under the initiative of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the ITA has since obtained recognition by the UNESCO as a leading organisation in the protection of clean sport. Today, the ITA is the largest global organisation implementing anti-doping programs in sport.
Berlinger: A Reliable Partner for Quality and Security
Berlinger supports the ITA in the training of DCOs and IDCOs, playing a significant role in the professionalization and harmonization of doping control practices. These training programs enable the ITA to establish unified consistent standards globally, ensuring that DCOs—regardless of their country of origin—possess the same high level of knowledge and expertise. This alignment guarantees that all doping controls are conducted safely, respectfully and by trained professionals, thereby strengthening global trust in the anti-doping process.
The ITA underscores the importance of a reliable partner like Berlinger in the success of its training initiatives. "At the International Testing Agency, we are committed to ensuring the highest standards in anti-doping practices worldwide for the health and safety of athletes. Berlinger's dedication to supporting our Doping Control Officer training and certification programs since the beginning has been instrumental in equipping over 1,700 DCOs with the knowledge and skills they need to uphold integrity in sport. Together, we are building a robust framework for fair competition and clean sport globally." – says Benjamin Cohen, ITA Director General.
Andrea Berlinger on the Significance of the Partnership
Andrea Berlinger, Chair of the Board of Directors at Berlinger Special AG, emphasizes the importance of the collaboration: “This partnership allows us to work with the ITA to continually enhance excellence in doping control. As a renowned provider of secure sample collection systems, we believe that a user-friendly, trustworthy product is essential for protected sample collection. Our mission is to contribute to the probity of sport through our products and a steadfast commitment to promoting clean and impartial competition worldwide.”
Long-term Commitment to Sport – Looking to the Future
Berlinger remains dedicated to contributing to the fairness of sport through premium products and solutions. As a leading provider of tamper-evident safety containers, we are committed to promoting integrity and respect in international sports. This is our enduring commitment to creating a sporting landscape that ensures equal chances for every athlete.
This reflects the ITA's steadfast dedication to delivering world-class clean sport programs for athletes worldwide, grounded in consistent quality, uncompromising independence, and unmatched professionalism —no matter where they are or the sport they pursue.