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New CEN-CENELEC Workshop Aims to Improve Repairability in the Automotive Industry
New CEN-CENELEC Workshop Aims to Improve Repairability in the Automotive Industry
CEN and CENELEC have launched a new workshop to explore how EN 45554 can be applied in the automotive sector, focusing on the repairability of electronic components.
Sweden Introduces Certification for Inclusive Design with New Standard
Sweden Introduces Certification for Inclusive Design with New Standard
A new Swedish standard, SS-EN 17161, now enables organizations to certify their management systems for inclusive design, ensuring that products, services, and environments are accessible to a broader range of users.
NEN Seeks Dutch Experts for In Vitro Diagnostics Standards Committee
NEN Seeks Dutch Experts for In Vitro Diagnostics Standards Committee
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is seeking Dutch experts to join its In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) standards committee.
UNI Publishes National Standardization Program 2025, Compiling All National Projects
UNI Publishes National Standardization Program 2025, Compiling All National Projects
The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has released the National Standardization Program 2025, providing a comprehensive overview of ongoing standardization activities.
Open Call for ICT Standardization Experts in Five Countries Under GIST Project
Open Call for ICT Standardization Experts in Five Countries Under GIST Project
An open call has been launched to recruit experts in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) standardization for the Global Partnership for Human-Centric ICT Standardization Project (GIST).
Danish Standards Earns DS 5001 Certification for Equality and Diversity
Danish Standards Earns DS 5001 Certification for Equality and Diversity
Danish Standards (DS) has become the second organization in Denmark to achieve certification under the DS 5001 standard for equality and diversity.
NSAI Seeks Feedback on Potential Revisions to ISO 13485 for Medical Device Quality
NSAI Seeks Feedback on Potential Revisions to ISO 13485 for Medical Device Quality
The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) is inviting users of ISO 13485:2016 to share their input on possible revisions through a survey.
UNE Leads Spanish Translation of IWA 48 Framework for Implementing ESG Principles
UNE Leads Spanish Translation of IWA 48 Framework for Implementing ESG Principles
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has led the translation of IWA 48, the global ESG (environmental, social, and governance) standard into Spanish, making it freely accessible for application across all Spanish-speaking countries.
Sweden Makes Natural Value Inventory Standards Freely Available
Sweden Makes Natural Value Inventory Standards Freely Available
The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (Naturvårdsverket) has purchased free access to standards developed by the Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) for natural value inventories, aiming to improve quality and enhance biodiversity protection.
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
The Italian Ministry of Health has launched the National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers (LNR-FIA) to enhance food safety regarding additives, enzymes, and flavorings.
CROLAB E-Newsletter Covers Conference Highlights, Accreditation Updates, and Food Testing
CROLAB E-Newsletter Covers Conference Highlights, Accreditation Updates, and Food Testing
CROLAB, the Croatian Laboratories Association, has released its latest e-newsletter, E-Glasilo CROLAB No. 1/2025, dated February 2025.
Polish Center for Accreditation Seeks Feedback on Updated Certification Guidelines
Polish Center for Accreditation Seeks Feedback on Updated Certification Guidelines
The Polish Center for Accreditation (PCA) has released a draft update to the DACP-01 document, Accreditation of Bodies Certifying Persons, and is inviting comments until March 14, 2025.

Global News

ISO Publishes 17035 - Guidelines for Validation and Verification Programmes
ISO Publishes 17035 - Guidelines for Validation and Verification Programmes
ISO announced the release of ISO/IEC TS 17035:2024 on September 1, 2024.
PEFC launches new global standard for forest management certification
PEFC launches new global standard for forest management certification
PEFC has introduced the ST 1004 standard, establishing uniform requirements for certification bodies conducting sustainable forest management certifications.
BRCGS Global Standard for ETRS Recognized Under IAF MLA
BRCGS Global Standard for ETRS Recognized Under IAF MLA
The BRCGS Global Standard for Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing has been officially recognized under the International Accreditation Forum’s (IAF) Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) as of July 9, 2024.
New ISO Working Group Formed for ISO 31000 Revision
New ISO Working Group Formed for ISO 31000 Revision
ISO forms new working group to revise ISO 31000 risk management standard.
New DIN/TS 92004 Standard Aims to Strengthen Trust in AI Systems
New DIN/TS 92004 Standard Aims to Strengthen Trust in AI Systems
To build trust in artificial intelligence, the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has introduced DIN/TS 92004.
New Guidance on Auditing Resources Released by ISO Auditing Practices Group (APG)
New Guidance on Auditing Resources Released by ISO Auditing Practices Group (APG)
The ISO Auditing Practices Group (APG) has released the second edition of its guidance on auditing resources.
The geopolitics of technology standards: historical context for US, EU and Chinese approaches
Revision of ISO 22000 Expected by 2027
Revision of ISO 22000 Expected by 2027
The international standard ISO 22000, which addresses food safety management systems, is set to undergo a significant revision by 2027.
ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024: New Guidelines for Remote Auditing of Management Systems
ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024: New Guidelines for Remote Auditing of Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024,
IAF Endorses GlobalGAP's Latest Food Safety Standard - IFA v6
IAF Endorses GlobalGAP's Latest Food Safety Standard - IFA v6
Looks like the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) just gave a big thumbs up to GlobalGAP's new standard.
GFSI call for Applications to join the GFSI Steering Committee
GFSI call for Applications to join the GFSI Steering Committee
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has opened applications for retail members to join its Steering Committee.
New Standard for EUDR DDS Module Published by PEFC
New Standard for EUDR DDS Module Published by PEFC
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has released a new standard for the European Union's Deforestation-free Supply Chain Regulation (EUDR) Due Diligence System (DDS) Module.
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