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Proven Quality Label for Croatian Honey Guarantees Premium Quality, Local Origin, and Strict Oversight
Proven Quality Label for Croatian Honey Guarantees Premium Quality, Local Origin, and Strict Oversight
Croatian honey carrying the Proven Quality – Croatia label guarantees premium quality, local origin, and strict production oversight.
November Edition of HZN e-Bulletin Highlights Key Developments in Standards
November Edition of HZN e-Bulletin Highlights Key Developments in Standards
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has released the November 2024 edition of its e-bulletin and bulletin for normative documents.
Croatian Standards Institute Honors Top Contributors With Annual Certificates of Appreciation
Croatian Standards Institute Honors Top Contributors With Annual Certificates of Appreciation
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) held its third Expert Council session on November 21, 2024, in Zagreb.
Papuk Nature Park Introduces Guidelines for “100% Papuk” Logo to Promote Heritage and Sustainability
Papuk Nature Park Introduces Guidelines for “100% Papuk” Logo to Promote Heritage and Sustainability
Papuk Nature Park has released a rulebook detailing the conditions for using the “100% Papuk” logo, promoting sustainable practices, quality, and cultural heritage.
Krk Island Becomes First in Croatia to Earn Zero Waste Certification
Krk Island Becomes First in Croatia to Earn Zero Waste Certification
Krk Island has become Croatia's first and the world's second island to achieve Zero Waste certification, awarded by Zero Waste Europe’s Mission Zero Academy.
New Editions of HZN e-Bulletin and Catalog for Normative Documents Released by Croatian Standards Institute
New Editions of HZN e-Bulletin and Catalog for Normative Documents Released by Croatian Standards Institute
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has released the latest editions of its HZN e-Bulletin and Catalog for Normative Documents, featuring recent developments in national and international standards.
Madig Mrežnica Achieves GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Certification for Sustainable Cabbage Production
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.
Zagrebački Holding Earns Certifications for Service Quality and Environmental Care
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.
HZN Launches New Technical Committee for Sustainable Cities and Communities
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.
Span Becomes First Croatian Company Certified for AI Management System
Span Becomes First Croatian Company Certified for AI Management System
Span d.d. is the first company in Croatia to successfully complete the certification audit for ISO/IEC 42001:2023.
Croatian Quality Label Guarantees Fresh, Locally Grown Vegetables
Croatian Quality Label Guarantees Fresh, Locally Grown Vegetables
The "Proven Quality – Croatia" label now certifies fresh vegetables entirely grown in Croatia, ensuring high standards and enhanced production oversight for consumers.
Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) Launches e-Accreditation Application for Digital Business
Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) Launches e-Accreditation Application for Digital Business
The Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) has launched its e-Accreditation application as part of its new system aimed at the digitalization of business processes.

Global News

Codex Defines When 'May Contain' Allergen Labels Are Justified
Codex Defines When 'May Contain' Allergen Labels Are Justified
New international guidance adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission aims to make 'may contain' allergen labels more consistent and trustworthy.
ISO 14025:2026 Brings First Major Update to Environmental Product Declarations in 20 Years
ISO 14025:2026 Brings First Major Update to Environmental Product Declarations in 20 Years
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14025:2026, the first major revision of the international standard for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) since 2006. 
ISO/IEC 27000 Updated With Clearer Guidance for Information Security Standards
ISO/IEC 27000 Updated With Clearer Guidance for Information Security Standards
ISO and IEC have updated ISO/IEC 27000, the guide to the ISO/IEC 27000 family of information security standards.
AIAG and VDA Publish Global Guide for Better Manufacturing Process Control
AIAG and VDA Publish Global Guide for Better Manufacturing Process Control
A new joint manual from the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) establishes a single international approach to monitoring and improving manufacturing processes.
ISO 14001:2026 Transition Deadlines Confirmed
ISO 14001:2026 Transition Deadlines Confirmed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has confirmed the transition timeline for ISO 14001:2026, 
BIPM Releases First Stable Digital Reference for SI Units
BIPM Releases First Stable Digital Reference for SI Units
The International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) has released the first stable version of the SI Reference Point, a digital reference for the International System of Units (SI).
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Incorporates Save Food Packaging Principles
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Incorporates Save Food Packaging Principles
The Foundation FSSC has incorporated aspects of the Save Food Packaging (SFP) Design Principles into FSSC 22000 Version 7 through a partnership with the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) and the Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP).
VDA Publishes Updated Interpretations for VDA 6.2 Service Audit Standard
VDA Publishes Updated Interpretations for VDA 6.2 Service Audit Standard
The German Association of the Automotive Industry Quality Management Center (VDA QMC) has published Version 2 of the Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for VDA 6.2, updating how service organizations in the automotive industry should apply the quality management audit standard.
ISO and IEC Update AI Rules for Standards Development
ISO and IEC Update AI Rules for Standards Development
ISO and IEC have published updated guidance on the use of artificial intelligence in technical committees, defining how AI may be used during the development of international standards. 
BRCGS Updates Packaging Materials Issue 7 Requirements for GFSI Benchmarking 2024
BRCGS Updates Packaging Materials Issue 7 Requirements for GFSI Benchmarking 2024
BRCGS has updated the requirements for its Packaging Materials Issue 7 certification scheme to meet the GFSI Benchmarking Requirements 2024.
SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment
SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has opened public access to the draft version of ISO 9002, allowing organizations and quality professionals to read and comment on the official guidance for applying ISO 9001 before the document is finalized.
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
It has been a busy week for automotive quality, with four significant updates released for the sector.
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