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Denmark Drives Development of New European Standard for Steel Sustainability
Denmark Drives Development of New European Standard for Steel Sustainability
A new European standard, CEN/TS 18094:2024, was created with Denmark’s initiative to help industries reduce steel waste by up to 15%.
Danish Version of ISO 20121 for Events and Meetings Released
Danish Version of ISO 20121 for Events and Meetings Released
The revised global standard for sustainability in the event, meeting, sports, and experience industries, ISO 20121:2024, has been translated into Danish.
Denmark Introduces Risk-Based Approach in Laboratory Accreditation Rules
Denmark Introduces Risk-Based Approach in Laboratory Accreditation Rules
DANAK, the Danish Accreditation Fund, has revised its AB 3 accreditation regulation for laboratories to align to relevant ILAC documents.
Denmark Sets National Record with 11 IEC 1906 Award Winners
Denmark Sets National Record with 11 IEC 1906 Award Winners
A total of 11 Danish experts from various organizations received the IEC 1906 Award for outstanding contributions to international electrotechnical standardization.
Major Reading Room Expansion: Danish Standards Now Displays 68 Harmonized Standards
Major Reading Room Expansion: Danish Standards Now Displays 68 Harmonized Standards
As instructed by CEN-CENELEC, Danish Standards has expanded its online reading room to include 68 harmonized standards.
Denmark Updates Guidelines for Food Safety Certification Accreditation
Denmark Updates Guidelines for Food Safety Certification Accreditation
DANAK (The Danish Accreditation Fund) has released updated AMC 03 and AMC 44 guidelines for the accreditation of certification bodies that certify management systems in the food sector.
Danish Companies Can Now Register Sustainability Auditor Choices
Danish Companies Can Now Register Sustainability Auditor Choices
Danish companies can now officially register their selected sustainability auditors, as new rules came into force on 1 June 2024.
Cyber Resilience Act to Bring New Standards for Danish Businesses
Cyber Resilience Act to Bring New Standards for Danish Businesses
The European Commission is rolling out the Cyber Resilience Act, and Denmark is set to play a major role, Danish Standards (DS) reported.
Revised concrete standard contribute reducing CO2 emissions
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.
Denmark to Lead UNDP Collaboration on International Standard for SDGs
Denmark to Lead UNDP Collaboration on International Standard for SDGs
Denmark has been appointed to lead a pivotal United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) initiative focused on developing the first international standard for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Global News

Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies
Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies
The 2026 revision of ISO/IEC 17020 introduces structural and conceptual updates that will affect how inspection bodies operate, particularly in areas such as independence, impartiality, complaints handling, and management systems.
IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2
IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2
IFS has released Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2 to support auditors in delivering more consistent, high quality and effective audits across all IFS Standards.
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party testing, inspection and certification sector,
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14092:2026, a new International Standard that sets clear requirements and guidance for climate change adaptation planning by local governments and communities.
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has completed the second Working Draft of its ISO 9002 revision, marking further progress in updating the guidance to reflect changes in ISO 9001.
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000, a global food safety certification scheme developed by the Foundation FSSC, is moving toward Version 7, a major update that will reshape how food businesses manage safety, align with new global requirements, and prepare for future industry demands.
ISO 45001 Second Committee Draft Version Highlights Safety Culture and Workplace Wellbeing
ISO 45001 Second Committee Draft Version Highlights Safety Culture and Workplace Wellbeing
The revision of ISO 45001 has advanced with the publication of the second version of the first Committee Draft, maintaining the standard at the Committee Draft stage and reflecting feedback from the first international enquiry.
 
ISO 23662 on Vegetarian and Vegan Foods Enters Periodic Review
ISO 23662 on Vegetarian and Vegan Foods Enters Periodic Review
ISO 23662:2021, the international standard that defines criteria for vegetarian and vegan foods, has entered its periodic review phase, giving stakeholders the opportunity to decide whether it should remain unchanged or be revised.
PEFC Circular Materials Task Force Established, Experts and Stakeholders Invited to Apply
PEFC Circular Materials Task Force Established, Experts and Stakeholders Invited to Apply
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has established its PEFC Circular Materials Task Force and is inviting nominations for membership by March 18, 2026.
ASTM Develops WK91420 Guide for Artificial Intelligence in HR
ASTM Develops WK91420 Guide for Artificial Intelligence in HR
ASTM International is developing a new guide, WK91420, to set clearer standards for artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment and hiring, aimed at reducing bias and improving fairness.
ISO 9001 Revision Advances After Review of 1,700 DIS Comments
ISO 9001 Revision Advances After Review of 1,700 DIS Comments
The revision of ISO 9001 has moved into a decisive stage, with international experts completing the review of comments on the Draft International Standard (DIS) and confirming that the new edition is on track for publication in September 2026.
ISO Launches ISO 14019 Series With New Standards Supporting Validation and Verification of Sustainability Information
ISO Launches ISO 14019 Series With New Standards Supporting Validation and Verification of Sustainability Information
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the first three standards launching the ISO 14019 series,
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