Biotechnology Standards Fall Short of Industry Needs, ASCET Finds

The Advancing Standardization for Critical and Emerging Technologies Center of Excellence (ASCET) has released a new environmental scan identifying standards gaps and emerging priorities across the biotechnology sector.

CNAS Starts Trial Accreditation of Product Carbon Footprint Verifiers

China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) has started trial accreditation of organizations that verify product carbon footprint data under CNAS-SV03:2026, which took effect on June 15, 2026. 

Singapore Launches Sustainability Maturity Standard for Businesses

Singapore has launched TR 149:2026, a sustainability maturity standard that helps organizations assess and improve their environmental performance.

UKAS Begins Development of ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint Accreditation

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) has begun work toward a new accreditation program for organizations that validate and verify product carbon footprints under ISO 14067:2018.

BIS Opens Consultation on Adoption of ISO 17298 and ISO 17620 Biodiversity Standards

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has opened a public consultation on the adoption of two International Organization for Standardization (ISO) biodiversity standards as Indian Standards: ISO 17298:2025 and ISO 17620:2025.

UKAS Probes Interest in Accreditation for ISO 14019-1 Sustainability Information Verification

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is assessing demand for a new accreditation program covering the validation and verification of sustainability information under ISO 14019-1:2026.

Kuehne+Nagel Earns ESG Recognition Backed by Four Certifications

Global logistics and supply chain company Kuehne+Nagel has received Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Recognition from DNV,

LeeZen International Achieves SEDEX and D&B ESG Certifications

LeeZen International Co., Ltd. has obtained both SEDEX Supplier Plus recognition and Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) ESG Registered certification,

Slovenia Launches ESG Voucher for Voluntary Sustainability Reporting

The Slovenian Enterprise Fund (SPS) has launched a new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Voucher to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises prepare voluntary sustainability reports.

São Paulo Event Highlights Progress in Brazil Green Seal Certification Program

The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) joined government, industry and certification representatives in São Paulo for an event highlighting progress in Brazil's Green Seal Program (Selo Verde), a national initiative aimed at certifying sustainable products and services.

BYD Battery Achieves ISO/SAE 21434 Cybersecurity Certification

BYD Lithium Battery Co. Ltd. has achieved ISO/SAE 21434 certification for automotive cybersecurity engineering.

India Adopts ISO 14001:2026 as National Environmental Management Standard

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published IS/ISO 14001:2026 as an identical adoption of ISO 14001:2026, updating India’s national framework for environmental management systems.

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

It has been a busy week for automotive quality, with four significant updates released for the sector.

ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 33400:2026, updating the international vocabulary for reference materials (RM) and certified reference materials (CRM).

TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance

The International Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC Council) has published a paper urging policymakers to recognize the ISO 14019 series as the framework for sustainability assurance,

IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs

International Featured Standards (IFS) has updated its Progress Scoring System brochure following the recent launch of IFS Progress Logistics 2.

CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners

The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) announced the winners of the International Quality Awards 2026 during the Quality Live event in London on June 25,

IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication

The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) has centralized the authentication of aerospace quality management system auditors, replacing the previous network of independent Auditor Authentication Bodies (AABs).

FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched a new online training course to support implementation of its revised trademark standard, FSC-STD-50-001 V3-0, which takes effect on July 1, 2026. 

SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft

The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has made the proposed second edition of ISO 45001 - draft available for free download and public review,

ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO/DIS 9002 for ballot, opening the international comment period on the revision of the guidance standard for applying ISO 9001. 

Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment

ISO 14060, the first international standard for net zero alignment, has entered public consultation.

EU Approves EN ISO 15223-1 for Medical Device and IVD Labeling

The European Commission (EC) has approved EN ISO 15223-1, the standard used for symbols on medical device and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) labeling, for use in demonstrating compliance with EU requirements for these products.