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Dell Technologies First in Ireland to Earn ISO 56001 Certification
The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) announced that Dell Technologies has become the first organization in the country to earn ISO 56001 certification for innovation management systems.
Lamborghini Recognized for Environmental, Social and Governance Practices
Automobili Lamborghini has received ESG Recognition from DNV, for using certified management systems to support its environmental, social, and governance commitments.
Polish Accreditation Centre Opens CBAM Verification Program
The Polish Accreditation Centre (PCA) has launched a new accreditation process for bodies that verify emissions data under the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
‘Day of ÚNMZ and ČAS’ Conference Highlights Data and Digitalization in Cities and Construction
The Czech Office for Standards, Metrology and Testing (ÚNMZ) and the Czech Standardization Agency (ČAS) held the “Day of ÚNMZ and ČAS” conference in Prague on May 14,
Accredia Passes EA Peer Evaluation for Biobanking Accreditation
The Italian accreditation body Accredia has passed a peer evaluation by the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA), advancing the process for international recognition of Italian biobank accreditations under ISO 20387.
Sustainable Mobility Anchors UNE Magazine’s May 2026 Edition
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has released the May 2026 edition of UNE Magazine,
Kristalna palača Becomes First Building in Slovenia to Earn DGNB Gold Certificate
Kristalna palača in BTC City Ljubljana became the first building in Slovenia to receive a DGNB Gold certificate for sustainable buildings in use from the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB).
Regional Standards Bodies Discuss SMART Standards and Eurocodes in Sarajevo
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) hosted a regional meeting of national standardization bodies on May 11 and 12 in Sarajevo,
EU AI Act Implementation: Risk Management and Cybersecurity Draft Standards Enter Consultation
Two draft European standards, prEN 18228 Risk Management and prEN 18282 Cybersecurity, have entered public consultation as part of ongoing standards work supporting implementation of the European Union’s AI Act.
DAkkS Membership in Global ACI Hinges on Statute Changes and EA Conditions
The German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) attended the April 2026 mid-term meeting of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) in Prague as an observer while negotiations continue over a possible future membership in the new international accreditation organization.
IVDR May 26 Deadline Closes In for Class C Diagnostic Device Manufacturers
Manufacturers of medium-to-high risk Class C in-vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDs) face a May 26, 2026 European Union deadline to formally apply under the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation (IVDR).
Italy Opens Consultation on Food Traceability Certification Rules
The Italian National Unification Body (UNI) has opened a public consultation on a new reference practice that would define how accredited certification bodies assess traceability systems in agri-food supply chains under UNI EN ISO 22005:2008.Global News
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.
ISO 20417 Update Integrates Medical Device Information Into Safety Requirements
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the second edition of ISO 20417, replacing the 2021 version and reshaping how manufacturers provide information with medical devices by moving beyond labeling into a broader role tied to safety and usability.
ISO Releases Practical Guide To Integrating Multiple Management Systems
ISO has released a new publication, Integrated management systems – A practical guide (IMS PG), offering organizations a clear way to combine multiple management system standards into one coherent system.
ISO TR 25326 Gathers Global Examples Of Green Logistics In Practice
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TR 25326:2026, a new international standard that compiles case studies of green logistics to support lower-carbon operations across global supply chains.
BYD Joins IATF As First NEV-Only Automaker And Second Asian Member
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved the addition of BYD Group as a new member of IATF AISBL,
PAS 1958 Published To Connect Built Environment Data Standards
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 1958:2026, a new guide that helps organizations understand how existing data and information standards in the built environment, including buildings and infrastructure, work together within a single framework.
International Quality Awards 2026 Finalists Announced
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), a professional body for quality management, has announced the finalists for its International Quality Awards 2026,
ASC Chain Of Custody Set To Become Supply Chain Module In Major Overhaul
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), an international non-profit that sets standards for responsible seafood farming,
