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Seminar on "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" Held in Tuzla
On Friday, June 28, 2024, the Halal Quality Certification Agency organized a seminar titled "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" at the amphitheater of Behram-bey's Madrasa in Tuzla.
HZN Releases "eGlasilo" #6 2024
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has published the latest issue of its official newsletter, "HZN e-glasilo" which is released monthly. The most recent issue is "eGlasilo #6 2024."
New Issue of "Standardization" Bulletin Available
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released a new issue of its bulletin, #2 from June 2024, this time dedicated to the importance of standardization in protecting against atmospheric discharge.
"Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label Competition Announced for 2024
A competition has been announced for the right to use the "Best of Vojvodina" quality label for products, services, and events for the year 2024.
New Standards for Innovation Management Published in Serbian
The Standards Committee KS CASCO has announced the publication of two Serbian language standards at the end of June: SRPS EN ISO 56002:2021 and SRPS EN ISO 56003:2021
Invitation to Participate in the Development of the Montenegrin Standards Adoption Plan for 2025
The Institute for Standardization of Montenegro is inviting all interested parties to participate in the creation of the Plan for Adopting Montenegrin Standards and Related Documents for 2025.
Accreditation Body of Montenegro - ATCG, Successfully Completes Training with EU Support
Last week, the team from ATCG Accreditation Body of Montenegro, along with its assessors, assessor candidates, and distinguished members of the Accreditation Commission, participated in a four-day training.
Mandatory Organic Certification in Montenegro
In Montenegro, organic production certification is now a legal requirement.
Montenegrin Company Uniprom Wins Prestigious International Quality Award
Uniprom, a company from Montenegro, received the prestigious ESQR 2024 international quality award at a ceremony held in Brussels.
Agrolaguna d.o.o. Successfully Achieves IFS Food 8 Certification
The Istrian company Agrolaguna d.o.o. has successfully completed certification according to the IFS Food 8 standard, focusing on the production of wine, olive oil, and cheese.
NIDEC Elesys Europe Earns Multi-ISO Certification
Bureau Veritas Serbia proudly announces the successful certification of NIDEC Elesys Europe d.o.o., confirming compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and IATF standards.
Organic Control System Achieves EU Accreditation
After months of hard work and dedication, Organic Control System has successfully completed the accreditation process under the new EU 2018/848 regulation.Global News
ISO 59000 Series Backed as Tool to Replace Linear Model With Circular Economy
The sixth Circularity Gap Report from 2024 finds that only 7.2% of the global economy is circular, leaving 92.8% of resources locked in a linear system of extraction, use, and waste.
IATF Confirms Official Interpretations to Rules 6th Edition Through New Communiqué
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has released Stakeholder Communiqué SC-2025-001 to announce two new official interpretations to its Rules 6th Edition.
Tracking Revisions of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001—The Most Widely Used ISO Management Standards
The three most widely used ISO management system standards—ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001—are all in the process of being revised.
ISO 19011 Revision Adds Climate and Tech Focus to Management System Audits
The ISO 19011 standard, which outlines how to audit management systems, is being revised and is currently at the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage.
Regenagri Certification Helps Illycaffè Elevate Brazilian Coffee to Award-Winning Status
Illycaffè’s regenerative farming practices are reshaping the global coffee industry—bringing both environmental and quality gains.
Stellantis Unifies Supplier Scoring Guide for IATF 16949 Compliance
Stellantis has released an updated version of its Scorecard Quick Reference Guide for IATF 16949:2016, effective April 2025.
How Standards Make Chocolate Safe, Sustainable, and Delicious
As chocolate bunnies and eggs lined shelves this Easter, European and international standards were quietly working behind the scenes to ensure these sweet treats were safe, fair, and properly labeled.
Work continues on the ISO 9001 audit in Paris, addressing all feedback collected
Over 50 experts from more than 40 countries met in Paris from March 31 to April 4 to advance the revision of ISO 9001, the world’s most widely used quality management systems standard.
Chennai to Host FSSC Summit Spotlighting Social Management Standards
Foundation FSSC will host its upcoming summit in Chennai, India on April 25, 2025, under the theme "Building Global Trust with Social Management System Standards."
Record Surge in Technical Regulations Strains Global Trade
A record 1,334 technical regulations were reported by World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries in the first quarter of 2025—the highest ever for a single quarter.
Italy’s Recipe Against Food Fraud: Supply Chain Crackdown with Tougher Sanctions and Even Wiretaps
Italy has approved a new bill to strengthen its fight against food fraud through tighter controls, expanded inspections, and even the use of undercover investigations and wiretaps.
