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SELSA Intelligence Achieves ISO 22301 Certification for Business Continuity
SELSA Intelligence AG has been certified to ISO 22301 for business continuity management by Quality Austria, becoming one of the first in Austria’s insurance sector to do so.
New Version of AMC 05 Sets Updated Rules for Accreditation of Occupational Health and Safety Certifications
The Danish Accreditation Fund (DANAK) has issued a revised version of AMC 05,
Almawave Earns ISO 42001 Certification for Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Almawave, a data and AI company within the Almaviva Group, has received certification to ISO/IEC 42001, the international standard for responsible AI management.
Bulgaria Joins Global FSC Network for Sustainable Forest Management
Bulgaria is now officially part of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) global network, following the approval of the Sustainable Forests Association as an FSC network partner.
New INRS Guide and Online Tools Help Small Businesses Assess Work Risks
The French National Research and Safety Institute (INRS) has published a new guide to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) identify and reduce occupational risks.
Slovenia Offers Funding for Environmental and Sustainability Labels in Tourism Sector
Slovenia’s Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport has launched a new call for applications to support hospitality and tourism businesses with the costs of obtaining or renewing internationally recognized environmental and sustainability labels.
CEN’s Online Standards Development Tool Now Supports Entire Process
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has completed the full rollout of its Online Standards Development (OSD) tool, which now covers the entire process from project creation to final publication.
EU’s ESPR Sets Stage for Digital Product Passports, Repairability Rules and Phased Rollout
The European Union’s new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) took effect on July 18, 2024, setting the groundwork for far-reaching sustainability rules across nearly all products on the EU market.
CROLAB’s New E-Glasilo Previews 20th Laboratory Competence Conference in Zadar
The Croatian Association of Laboratories (CROLAB) has published the July 2025 issue of its E-Glasilo, featuring a preview of the 20th International Conference on Laboratory Competence.
EU Commission Launches Nature Credits to Reward Ecosystem Protection and Boost Rural Income
The European Commission has unveiled a Roadmap towards Nature Credits, a new voluntary and certified tool designed to attract private investment in biodiversity protection and generate income for farmers, foresters, and local communities.
Austrian Companies Invited to Compete for 2026 State Prize for Corporate Quality
Entries are now open for the 2026 State Prize for Corporate Quality, Austria’s highest recognition for organizational excellence.
EU Seeks Experts for Cybersecurity Certification Working Group
The European Union is moving ahead with plans to certify Managed Security Services (MSS) and has launched a call for experts to join the working group that will design the new EUMSS certification scheme.Global News
SBTi Seeks Feedback on Draft of Updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has opened public consultation on Version 2.0 of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard, which will tighten requirements for emissions reduction and reshape how companies use carbon credits.
New Cosmetics GMP Standard Draft Seeks to Modernize ISO 22716
A new draft standard titled GMP-MS-716 aims to update and expand upon ISO 22716 for Good Manufacturing Practices in the cosmetics industry, incorporating industry feedback and modern operational needs.
Top Food Safety Contributors Named at 2025 BRCGS Awards in Milan
The 2025 BRCGS Awards, presented at BRCGS Connect in Milan, honored individuals and organizations driving excellence in food safety and certification.
Fake IAF CertSearch Site Raises Concerns About Online Trust and Database Security
DAkkS has issued a warning about a fake version of the IAF CertSearch website, the global database used to verify accredited certifications.
Survey Launched Ahead of Review of ISO 17100 Translation Standard
A global survey is now open to gather input on the use of ISO 17100:2015 Translation Services — Requirements, ahead of a planned review of the standard in the second half of 2025.
IFS Releases New Doctrine and Multi-Site Guideline for Wholesale and Cash & Carry 3
Two new documents are now available to support the rollout of IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry version 3, which becomes mandatory on November 1, 2025.
International Quality Awards 2025 Finalists Announced by CQI
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) has announced the finalists for the International Quality Awards 2025, recognizing excellence across nine categories.
BRCGS Updates Module 10 on Plastic Pellet Loss Prevention for Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released an updated version of Module 10 on plastic pellet loss prevention, now aligned with Issue 7 of the BRCGS Packaging Materials Standard.
SGS Delivers First Pilot OECD Certification Audit to Curb Illicit Trade in Free Trade Zones
SGS has completed the first-ever pilot certification audit of a Free Trade Zone (FTZ) under the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) Certification Programme.
IEC to Enhance Smart Energy Roadmap in 2025 with Updates on Grid Resilience and Demand Response
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Systems Committee for Smart Energy (SyC Smart Energy) updated the Smart Energy Roadmap in December 2024.
As ISO 45001 Revision Advances, New Guidelines on Climate Risks and Leadership Are Being Developed
The ISO 45001 standard for workplace health and safety is undergoing revision, set for publication in March 2027.
