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Azerbaijan Adopts Building Information Modeling Standards for Safety in Construction
The Azerbaijan Institute of Standardization (AZSTANDART) has adopted three new state standards for Building Information Modeling (BIM).
EU Adopts Construction Products Regulation with Focus on Digitalization and Circular Economy
The EU has adopted a new Construction Products Regulation, marking a milestone in efforts to modernize and enhance sustainability in the construction sector.
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.
BSI Rolls Out New Road Condition Monitoring Standard to Keep UK Roads on Track
BSI has launched PAS 2161, a new specification to standardize the collection of road condition data across the UK.
The Swiss Takeover: How SNV Took the Helm of ISO Wormgearing Standards Committee
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has assumed the secretariat management of the ISO/TC 60/SC 1 standards committee.
New Guidance Aims to Cut Carbon in UK Concrete Industry
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has released new guidance to help the concrete industry reduce its carbon emissions.
Montenegro Hosts BIM Standards Panel for Civil Engineering Experts
Montenegro’s Institute for Standardization (ISME), in partnership with the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Montenegro, is set to host and discussion on BIM implementation in civil engineering.
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.
Revised concrete standard contribute reducing CO2 emissions
A newly revised Danish standard for concrete DS 206:2024 is expected to help the industry significantly lower CO2 emissions, according to Danish Standards.
China Charges Forward with National Standards for Electric Construction Machinery
China has just rolled out the first batch of seven national standards for electric construction machinery,
CAPS Australia’s ISO Certifications Prove Quality Isn’t Just Hot Air
"CAPS Australia", a leading provider of industrial air compressors and power generation equipment, has secured ISO 9001:2015 for quality management and ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety.Global News
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting nominations for its Sustainable Forest Management Working Group, with submissions open until April 22, 2026.
"Global Standard" Opens Second Consultation On Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has opened a second public consultation on Draft 2 of the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS),
DIN SPEC 14027 Establishes First Comprehensive Framework for Corporate Security
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 14027,
GHG Protocol Begins Scope 3 Revision Tightening Data and Measurement Rules
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) has launched a major revision of its Scope 3 standard,
ISO 17020 Third Edition Published With Risk-Based Approach
A new edition of ISO/IEC 17020 has been published, introducing updated requirements for inspection bodies and replacing the 2012 version after a technical revision.
ISO TS 20125-1 for Eco-Design of Digital Services Released
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC TS 20125-1:2026,
ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2 on Information Management in BIM Projects Open for Consultation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has opened a public consultation on proposed changes to ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2,
TIA Develops First Data Center Infrastructure Quality Standard DCE 9000
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is developing DCE 9000, the first quality management system (QMS) standard specifically designed for modern data center physical infrastructure, with publication and certification planned for 2027.
ISO 18969 Clinical Evaluation Standard Draft Advances Past Voting Stage
Voting on the Draft International Standard (DIS) for ISO 18969, Clinical evaluation of medical devices, closed on March 10, 2026, marking its progression to stage 40.60 within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
GLOBALG.A.P. Replaces Technical Committees With Five Working Groups and Names Members
Agraya has replaced GLOBALG.A.P. technical committees with five technical working groups (TWGs) and appointed members to each group, with up to 16 experts per group across five areas.
Renault Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
Renault Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) for IATF 16949:2016, with the new version taking effect in April 2026 and applying to all suppliers across its global operations.
