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Heilongjiang Triumphs in First Chinese National Standardization Knowledge Contest
The Heilongjiang Market Supervision Team claimed first place in China’s inaugural National Standardization Knowledge Contest,
Taiwan’s AUO Leads Display Industry with First ISO 14068-1 Carbon Neutrality Certification
AUO, a display technologies provider, has become the first in Taiwan and the global display industry to achieve ISO 14068-1 verification for its headquarters.
Saudi Arabia Prescribes Switch to USB-C Port for All Electronic Devices
Starting January 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will require all mobile phones and electronic devices sold in the kingdom to feature USB Type-C charging ports.
BIS Aims to Strengthen Academia's Role in India’s Standardization
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) organized two conventions to foster closer collaboration between academia and the national standardization process.
Southeast Asian Nations Meet in Thailand to Align Electrical Standards
The ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Joint Committee on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (JSC EEE) held its 38th meeting in Ayutthaya, Thailand.
India Joins Elite Club with PEFC-Endorsed Trees Outside Forests Certification
The Network for Certification and Conservation of Forests (NCCF), the Indian national member of PEFC, officially launched its national Trees Outside Forests (TOF) certification standard.
IEC Hosts Peer Assessment Training in China for Asian Certification Experts
The International Electrotechnical Commission's IECEE peer assessment training brought together over 200 participants from the Asian region to Beijing, China, in late September.
Vietnam to Follow ISO Transition to New Environmental Management Standard
The Vietnam's Bureau of Accreditation (BoA) announced that Vietnam is following ISO's transitioning to its new environmental management practices standard, ISO 14066:2023.
China Introduces Group Standard Organization Performance Evaluation Index
China’s Certification and Accreditation Administration (SAC) has launched a new
ISO Standards: A Green Thumbs-Up for KGI Securities and KGI Futures
Even audits are going green these days!
China Sharpens the Green Edge: Revised Environmental Certification Rules Unveiled
In the latest move to keep the environment a little greener,
China Approves New Domestic Counterparts for ISO Technical Committees
China has officially approved new domestic organizations to serve as counterparts for five key ISO technical committees.Global News
IFS Updates Wholesale and Cash & Carry Standard to Version 3
International Featured Standards (IFS) has released version 3 of its Wholesale and Cash & Carry standard, marking its first update in eight years.
Climate Change’s Growing Influence on Quality and the Revision of ISO 9001
Climate change is increasingly shaping quality management, with ISO 9001 now mandating its inclusion in management systems.
ISO 22329 Standard Guides Organizations on Social Media Use in Emergencies
The standard ISO 22329:2021, which focuses on social media in emergency management, provides vital guidance for governmental and non-governmental organizations.
ADNOC’s CO2 Storage Site Becomes First in the Middle East Certified by DNV
DNV has certified the feasibility of ADNOC’s West Aquifer CO2 storage site in the UAE, marking a milestone in the region’s carbon capture and storage (CCS) efforts.
Standards Pavilion Highlights Role of Standards in Advancing Climate Action at COP29
The Standards Pavilion at COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, showcased the critical role of international standards in turning climate commitments into measurable actions.
BSI Introduces Digital Seal for Three Types of Medical Device Certificates
BSI announced the introduction of a digital seal for its MDR, IVDR, and UKCA certificates for medical devices starting November 2024.
IATF Releases New Sanctioned Interpretations for Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has announced the release of Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) for both the Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949.
BRCGS Releases Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of Packaging Materials Standard
BRCGS has released the Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of the Packaging Materials Standard, providing additional context and guidance for each clause.
AFNOR Spec 2315 Lays Groundwork for Regenerative Economy Standardization
AFNOR has introduced AFNOR Spec 2315, a pivotal document designed to anchor the concept of a regenerative economy in standardization.
ISO 9001 Revision Progresses Toward 2026 Release
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has extended the development timeline for the ISO 9001 standard, now aiming for a September 2026 publication.
World’s First International Standard for Stem Cell Data Released
The world’s first international standard for stem cell data, ISO 8472-1, has been officially released, addressing the lack of global regulations for stem cell data management and sharing.
