Mumbai: India-based animation entertainment company DQ Entertainment has been awarded the ISO 9001:2000 certification effective from 9 June 2008 by international certification body Det Norske Veritas.

DQE, also listed on AIM, is the first animation company in India to receive certification from DNV. This demonstrates the company’s long term commitment to comply with rigorous requirements to consistently improve whilst producing quality animation and gaming products.

Certification is valid for the following product/service range:

· Development & Production of 2D traditional animation

· Flash animation

· 3D Animation

· 3D Gaming art & animation

DQE Group chairman and CEO Tapaas Chakravarti said, "DQE concentrates on adhering to rigorous quality procedures in all its day-to-day operations. ISO certification supports our pursuit for continuous improvement and on-going commitment to provide our customers with assurance of quality of service."

"In addition, certification demonstrates to our clients our ability to meet internationally recognized standards for integrity and competence, highlighting DQE’s position as one of the most-respected animation studios in the world. Our success in achieving recognition is due to the tremendous dedication and team work of our employees," he said.