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Inmetro Publishes Third Update to 2024 Vehicle Labeling Program
Inmetro Publishes Third Update to 2024 Vehicle Labeling Program
Inmetro has released the third update to its 2024 Vehicle Labeling Program (PBEV), refining fuel efficiency and emissions standards for cars sold in Brazil.
New Standard Helps Tackle Brazil’s Housing Shortage with Faster Construction
New Standard Helps Tackle Brazil’s Housing Shortage with Faster Construction
The revised ABNT NBR 17073 standard is set to play a key role in addressing Brazil’s housing deficit by expanding the use of lightweight modular panels in civil construction.
Brazil's Paraná Adopts Good Practices Seal to Combat Violence Against Women
Brazil's Paraná Adopts Good Practices Seal to Combat Violence Against Women
Paraná, a state in Brazil, has officially adopted the "Seal of Good Practices in Combating Violence Against Women."
Inmetro Advances in Quantum Measurement for Resistors, Calibration Fully Shifted to Brazil
Inmetro Advances in Quantum Measurement for Resistors, Calibration Fully Shifted to Brazil
Inmetro announced it has advanced its quantum methods for measuring standard resistors, making it possible to perform all calibrations in Brazil.
Salvador Becomes the First Brazilian Capital to Certify Sustainability Indicators
Salvador Becomes the First Brazilian Capital to Certify Sustainability Indicators
The capital of Bahia, Salvador, received a certificate from the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) for its compliance with urban services, quality of life, and smart city indicators.
Brazil Updates Environmental Management Standard
Brazil Updates Environmental Management Standard
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has released a new amendment to its environmental management systems standard.
Inmetro Accredits First Lab in Brazil's Northern Region
Inmetro Accredits First Lab in Brazil's Northern Region
Inmetro has accredited the Laboratory of Product Testing (LabEP) at the University of the State of Amazonas (UEA).
Inmetro Strengthens Infrastructure Program in the North and Northeast Regions of Brazil
Inmetro Strengthens Infrastructure Program in the North and Northeast Regions of Brazil
Inmetro is focusing its quality infrastructure program to support universities and institutes in Brazil’s North and Northeast regions.
Brazil Launches New Food Safety Management Systems Guide
Brazil Launches New Food Safety Management Systems Guide
Brazil has stepped up its commitment to food safety with the release of a new guide for Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) based on ISO 22000.
Inmetro’s Organic Analysis Laboratory Successfully Passes International Review
Inmetro’s Organic Analysis Laboratory Successfully Passes International Review
Inmetro’s Organic Analysis Laboratory (Labor) recently passed an international peer review, carried out by a researcher from the National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA).
Brazil's Inmetro Recruitment Exam Results Set for October Release
Brazil's Inmetro Recruitment Exam Results Set for October Release
Inmetro, Brazil is moving forward with its recruitment process to hire 100 new employees, and the wait is almost over.

Global News

Global ACI Delays Launch of New MRA Mark Pending Trademark Registration
Global ACI Delays Launch of New MRA Mark Pending Trademark Registration
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) has paused the launch of its new Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA) Mark while trademark registrations are completed across member economies.
Major Changes Coming to ISO/IEC Standard-Development Rules
Major Changes Coming to ISO/IEC Standard-Development Rules
ISO and IEC will put a major rewrite of ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 into effect on October 5, changing the common rules used to develop, maintain and manage international standards and other publications.
ISO 20001 Set for Publication as First Food Loss and Waste Management Standard
ISO 20001 Set for Publication as First Food Loss and Waste Management Standard
ISO 20001, the world’s first ISO management system standard dedicated to food loss and waste reduction, is scheduled for publication on September 29, 2026, marking the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste.
Upcoming ISO/UNDP 53001 Sets First Management System Requirements for the SDGs
Upcoming ISO/UNDP 53001 Sets First Management System Requirements for the SDGs
ISO/UNDP 53001, set for publication in September 2026, will provide the first management system requirements specifically for organizations seeking to manage and improve their contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
VDA Releases VDA 5.4 Draft for Fastening Measurement Tools
VDA Releases VDA 5.4 Draft for Fastening Measurement Tools
The Quality Management Center of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA QMC) has released VDA 5.4, Interface for measuring tools in fastening technology, as a Yellow Volume for industry feedback.
ISO/CASCO Clarifies: ISO/IEC 17025 Does Not Require Labs to Treat Accreditation Bodies as Suppliers
ISO/CASCO Clarifies: ISO/IEC 17025 Does Not Require Labs to Treat Accreditation Bodies as Suppliers
The maintenance group of the International Organization for Standardization’s Committee on Conformity Assessment (ISO/CASCO) has clarified that ISO/IEC 17025:2017 does not require laboratories to treat their accreditation bodies as external service providers subject to the standard’s supplier controls.
JFS-C Standard Version 3.2 Gains GFSI Recognition Under 2024 Benchmarking Requirements
JFS-C Standard Version 3.2 Gains GFSI Recognition Under 2024 Benchmarking Requirements
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has recognized JFS-C Standard Version 3.2 from the Japan Food Safety Management Association (JFSM) against its 2024 Benchmarking Requirements.
21st International Standards Olympiad Held in Korea
21st International Standards Olympiad Held in Korea
The 21st International Standards Olympiad brought together 105 middle-and high-school students from 11 countries in the Republic of Korea for a three-day competition and hands-on experience with international standardization.
ISO Environmental Management Committee Seeks Global Input for 2027-30 Plan
ISO Environmental Management Committee Seeks Global Input for 2027-30 Plan
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 207 (ISO/TC 207), Environmental management, has launched a global consultation to help set its priorities for 2027-30.
DIS Ballot for ISO 30401 Knowledge Management Revision Closes September 17
DIS Ballot for ISO 30401 Knowledge Management Revision Closes September 17
ISO 30401, the international standard for knowledge management systems, is currently at the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with voting on the proposed second edition due to close September 17, 2026.
IFS Publishes PPWR White Paper and Launches Self-Assessment as EU Rules Take Effect
IFS Publishes PPWR White Paper and Launches Self-Assessment as EU Rules Take Effect
International Featured Standards (IFS) has published a new PPWR white paper and launched a self-assessment tool as the first requirements of the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) took effect on August 12, 2026.
ISO 22000 Draft Approved With 98% Support, Comments Review Set for November
ISO 22000 Draft Approved With 98% Support, Comments Review Set for November
The revision of ISO 22000, the international standard for food safety management systems, has cleared its Draft International Standard (DIS) ballot with 98% positive votes.
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