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

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

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

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 Provincial Secretariat for Agriculture, Water Management, and Forestry has allocated one million dinars

Five-Year Standardization Strategy Unveiled by North Macedonia

North Macedonia revealed its National Standardization Strategy (NSS) for 2025-2029.

Zagrebački Holding Earns Certifications for Service Quality and Environmental Care

Zagrebački Holding received ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, confirming its high standards for service quality and environmental care.

Montenegro Hosts Roundtable on Medical Laboratory Accreditation

The Accreditation Body of Montenegro (ATCG) hosted a roundtable focused on the role and significance of medical laboratory accreditation.

Street Lighting Shines in New Issue of 'BDS Compass'

The latest issue of BDS Compass, the official magazine of the Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS), focuses on street lighting, highlighting standards that ensure safety and efficiency after dark.

Technical Committee for Accreditation and Metrology in North Macedonia Holds 45th Session

The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held the 45th session of Technical Committee ISRSM TK 18 - Accreditation, Conformity Assessment, and Metrology - on October 9, 2024, in Skopje.

Montenegro Establishes National Technical Committee for Postal Services Standardization

Montenegro is set to enhance its postal services by establishing a National Technical Committee focused on standardization in this sector.

HZN Launches New Technical Committee for Sustainable Cities and Communities

The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has established a new technical committee, HZN/TO 584, focused on sustainable cities and communities.

IEEE Reveals 2025 Award Winners for Excellence in Standards Development

The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) announced the 2025 recipients of its annual awards, recognizing individuals and groups who made significant contributions to international standards.

IAF and ILAC Replaced at Year End as New Global Accreditation Body Takes Over

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) will begin dissolution processes on January 1, 2026,

ISO 17620 published to support global biodiversity preservation and sustainable development

A new international standard, ISO 17620:2025, has been published to help ensure that development projects protect, preserve, and enhance biodiversity worldwide.

IATA Launches Integrated Sustainability Program for Airlines

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has introduced the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP), a comprehensive certification and assessment framework tailored for airlines.

UL Solutions Expands ECOLOGO Certification to Industrial and Energy Equipment

UL Solutions has expanded its ECOLOGO certification program to cover industrial and energy automation equipment, helping manufacturers verify sustainability claims through science-based, multi-attribute standards.

PEFC Launches Consultation on Updated Project Sourcing Standard and Requirements

PEFC International has opened a 60-day public consultation, running from October 24 to December 23, to review proposed updates to its project certification requirements.

ISO 17298 Embeds Biodiversity in Business Strategy, Signaling a Shift in Finance

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 17298, a new global standard that makes biodiversity part of business strategy and financial decision-making.

ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 54002:2025, a new guidance document to help police organizations apply the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 in their operations.

Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification

The 2025 update of ISO 27701 marks a major shift in privacy management, turning the standard into a fully independent, certifiable framework.

Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7

The Foundation FSSC has started developing Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 certification scheme.

PIC/S and EMA Seek Feedback on Pharmaceutical Quality System in GMP Guide

The Pharmaceutical Inspection Co-operation Scheme (PIC/S) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have launched a joint consultation on

GM and Stellantis Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949 Certification

General Motors and Stellantis have both issued updates to their customer-specific requirements (CSRs) under the automotive quality management standard IATF 16949.