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New Macedonian Standard for Concrete Structures Open for Public Review
New Macedonian Standard for Concrete Structures Open for Public Review
The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) has opened a public review for its standard for concrete structures.
Krk Island Becomes First in Croatia to Earn Zero Waste Certification
Krk Island Becomes First in Croatia to Earn Zero Waste Certification
Krk Island has become Croatia's first and the world's second island to achieve Zero Waste certification, awarded by Zero Waste Europe’s Mission Zero Academy.
New Editions of HZN e-Bulletin and Catalog for Normative Documents Released by Croatian Standards Institute
New Editions of HZN e-Bulletin and Catalog for Normative Documents Released by Croatian Standards Institute
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has released the latest editions of its HZN e-Bulletin and Catalog for Normative Documents, featuring recent developments in national and international standards.
MTU Maintenance Serbia Earns Five Certifications
MTU Maintenance Serbia Earns Five Certifications
MTU Maintenance Serbia was successfully certified for standards EN 9110, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001.
Serbia Hosts Event to Strengthen Digital Competence of Regional Accreditation Bodies
Serbia Hosts Event to Strengthen Digital Competence of Regional Accreditation Bodies
Serbia’s Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a two-day event aimed to boster the digital capabilities of regional accreditation bodies, focusing on adapting to new technologies.
Heineken Serbia Earns European Certification as Socially Responsible Employer
Heineken Serbia Earns European Certification as Socially Responsible Employer
Heineken Serbia has become the first company in the country to receive the European-recognized "Socially Responsible Employer" umbrella certificate.
Sarajevo Airport Leads Bosnia with ISO 27701 Privacy Certification
Sarajevo Airport Leads Bosnia with ISO 27701 Privacy Certification
Sarajevo International Airport has achieved ISO 27701 certification, becoming the first public company in Bosnia and Herzegovina to meet this standard for privacy information management.
Belgrade to Host Quality and Business Excellence Forum 2024 with 30th Quality Oscar Awards
Belgrade to Host Quality and Business Excellence Forum 2024 with 30th Quality Oscar Awards
The 33rd annual Quality and Business Excellence Forum 2024 will be held on November 13–14 in Belgrade, Serbia, at the Chamber of Commerce of Serbia.
Serbian Version of ISO 55000:2024 Asset Management Standard Released
Serbian Version of ISO 55000:2024 Asset Management Standard Released
KS CASCO officially adopted the Serbian version of ISO 55000:2024 on October 31, 2024.
Madig Mrežnica Achieves GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Certification for Sustainable Cabbage Production
Madig Mrežnica Achieves GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Certification for Sustainable Cabbage Production
Croatian sauerkraut producer Madig Mrežnica d.o.o., known for its cabbage sourced from controlled agricultural areas, has earned the GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Smart certification.
Training on CE Marking Platform Prepares Western Balkans for EU Compliance
Training on CE Marking Platform Prepares Western Balkans for EU Compliance
A training session on the "CE Marking Platform" took place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia.
The Province Finances Quality and Geographic Origin Certification - Food from Vojvodina Meets the Highest Standards
The Province Finances Quality and Geographic Origin Certification - Food from Vojvodina Meets the Highest Standards
The Provincial Secretariat for Agriculture, Water Management, and Forestry has allocated one million dinars

Global News

DAkkS Submits Formal Legal Fixes to GLOBAC Code of Conduct and Governance Documents
DAkkS Submits Formal Legal Fixes to GLOBAC Code of Conduct and Governance Documents
The German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) has formally submitted its proposed amendments to the GLOBAC Code of Conduct, Constitution, and General Rules, aiming to eliminate legal barriers preventing its accession.
ISO 9001 Revision Shall Reach Ballot Stage
ISO 9001 Revision Shall Reach Ballot Stage
The revision of ISO 9001 has reached a new milestone, as the Draft International Standard (DIS) is set to enter a 12-week ballot period.
IFS Releases Updated Food 8 and PACsecure 3 Doctrines with New Audit Clarifications
IFS Releases Updated Food 8 and PACsecure 3 Doctrines with New Audit Clarifications
IFS has released two updated normative documents: version 4 of the IFS Food 8 Doctrine and version 2 of the IFS PACsecure 3 Doctrine.
Draft of ISO 11135 for Medical Device Sterilization Under Review
Draft of ISO 11135 for Medical Device Sterilization Under Review
A revision of ISO 11135, the global standard for ethylene oxide sterilization of medical devices, is now in the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage and under review by ISO member bodies.
Promoting Safer Bicycle Tourism Worldwide With New ISO 11956
Promoting Safer Bicycle Tourism Worldwide With New ISO 11956
A new international standard, ISO 11956:2025, has been published to support safe and responsible bicycle tourism across the globe.
Equitable Earth Forest Carbon Credit Standard Aims to Restore Market Trust
Equitable Earth Forest Carbon Credit Standard Aims to Restore Market Trust
A new forest carbon credit standard and accreditation system are expected to launch by 2026 under the leadership of Equitable Earth.
ISO 18295 Revision: Modern Communication Trends Reshape Customer Contact Standards
ISO 18295 Revision: Modern Communication Trends Reshape Customer Contact Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a revision of its two customer contact standards, ISO 18295-1 and ISO 18295-2, to reflect current communication practices and the growing role of artificial intelligence in customer interactions.
DAkkS Proposes GLOBAC Fix: No Conflicts of Interest, No Profit Motive
DAkkS Proposes GLOBAC Fix: No Conflicts of Interest, No Profit Motive
The German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) has proposed legal changes to GLOBAC that would allow EU national accreditation bodies to join without violating European law.
France and Norway to Lead Committee in Charge of ISO 9000 Family of Standards
France and Norway to Lead Committee in Charge of ISO 9000 Family of Standards
The French Standardization Association (AFNOR) and Standard Norway (SN) will jointly lead ISO/TC 176, Quality management and quality assurance, the ISO technical committee responsible for the ISO 9000 family of quality management standards.
Second Consultation Round Begins for Global Organic Textile Standard Version 8.0
Second Consultation Round Begins for Global Organic Textile Standard Version 8.0
The second public consultation for Version 8.0 of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is now open and will run until August 15, 2025.
TÜV Süd Launches Voluntary Test Mark for Low-Risk AI Systems
TÜV Süd Launches Voluntary Test Mark for Low-Risk AI Systems
TÜV Süd has launched a voluntary certification mark for low-risk AI (artificial intelligence) systems, allowing manufacturers to prove the quality of their AI solutions even when no legal requirements apply.
Draft of ISO 17024 for Certification of Persons Wins Overwhelming Approval
Draft of ISO 17024 for Certification of Persons Wins Overwhelming Approval
The draft of ISO/IEC 17024, a conformity assessment standard for certifying persons, has been approved by ISO, IEC, and CEN.
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