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China Issues GB/T 46511, First National Standard for Digital Food Manufacturing Plants
China has released its first national standard for digital food manufacturing, marking a major step toward unifying technical guidance in the sector.
IATF Recognizes CQC Following Restructuring of Automotive Certification Bodies in China
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has reorganized its certification network in China by approving the separation of China Jiuding Automotive Supplier Certifications Co., Ltd. (CASC) into four independent certification bodies.
Hangzhou Summit Addresses Overseas Certification and Compliance for Chinese Automakers
The 2025 Global Automotive Regulations Certification Summit was held in Hangzhou on October 17–18, bringing together more than 500 participants from over ten countries.
China Quality Certification Center Among First Accredited for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audits
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has become one of the first professional institutions in China to receive accreditation for providing personal data protection compliance audits.
China Hosts World Standards Day Event, Showcases Standardization Initiatives
The 2025 World Standards Day main event was held in Beijing on October 14 under the theme “A Shared Vision for a Better World: Strengthening Partnerships for Sustainable Development.”
China Opens Consultation on New Rules for Online Catering Food Safety
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has launched a public consultation on a draft regulation to strengthen food-safety responsibility for online catering platforms and the restaurants operating through them.
Nationwide Quality Month Campaign in China Continues with CQC Participation
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) is continuing its nationwide activities for the 48th National Quality Month under the theme “Embracing Innovation and Green Growth, Safeguarding Quality.”
CNAS Prepares Random Supervision of Accredited Laboratories and Inspection Bodies for 2025
The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) will soon begin a round of random supervision for accredited laboratories and inspection bodies in 2025.
China Seeks Members for New ISO/IEC Directives Expert Group
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has launched a call for experts to join a new group that will support China’s participation in the maintenance and revision of the ISO/IEC Directives.
Revised Chinese Forest Stewardship Standard Boosts Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
China will implement a major revision of its Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS) on January 1, 2026,
SAMR Seeks Proposals to Develop New ISO Standards for 2026
The Standard Innovation Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) in China is calling for
Quality Month Campaign in China Promotes Green Certification and Carbon Awareness
China Quality Certification Center (CQC) launched a series of activities in September as part of the 48th National Quality Month,Global News
ISO 13485 Stays Unchanged as Revision Committee Rejects Annex SL Alignment
The medical device quality management standard ISO 13485 will remain unchanged, as ISO’s Technical Committee in charge, ISO/TC 210, decided not to align it with Annex SL, ISO’s harmonized structure
ISO 14054 Introduces First Global Framework for Natural Capital Accounting
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a new global standard, ISO 14054:2025, to help organizations measure, value, and account for their interactions with nature.
ISO 27404 Sets Global Framework for Cybersecurity Labels on Consumer IoT
The new ISO/IEC 27404:2025 standard has been released,
Iceland Proposes New ISO Committee for Children’s Rights Management
The Icelandic Standards (IST) has submitted a proposal to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to establish a new technical committee, ISO/TC on Children’s Rights Management.
IFAN 2025 Survey Finds Cost and Complexity Still Blocking Standards Use
The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN) has released its 2025 International Standards Users Survey, drawing insights from a record 861 organizations worldwide.
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.
