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Germany Issues DIN SPEC 91508 for Choosing the Optimal Carbon Management Method
Germany has released DIN SPEC 91508, a free standard for carbon management that helps evaluate whether carbon capture and utilization (CCU) or carbon capture and storage (CCS) is the better choice in a given situation.
Olympus Mobility Earns ISO 27001 Certification for Data Security
Olympus Mobility, an IT services and consulting firm based in Ghent, Belgium, has achieved ISO/IEC 27001 certification following a successful audit by Brand Compliance B.V.
AFNOR Launches New Study on QSE Function to Track Job Trends and Skills
AFNOR invited professionals working in Quality, Safety, and Environment (QSE) roles to take part in a new study comparing current career trends with findings from a similar 2018 survey.
Danish Webinar Highlights ISO 27001 for Meeting NIS2 Obligations
Danish Standards recently hosted a webinar to help organizations prepare for the national implementation of the EU’s NIS2 Directive, which takes effect in Denmark on July 1, 2025.
Slovakian Acoustics Expert Bugala Opens 2025 CEN and CENELEC Interview Series
CEN and CENELEC have launched the 2025 edition of their Young Professionals in European Standardization series with an interview featuring Michal Bugala, an expert in acoustics and vibrations from Slovakia.
Italy Steps Up Food Fraud Crackdown with Over 54,000 Checks in 2024
Italy’s Central Inspectorate for the Protection of Quality and the Repression of Fraud in Agri-food Products (ICQRF) released its 2024 report,
SIST Newsletter Spotlights Sustainability, Youth Leadership and Energy Innovation
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has released the first 2025 issue of its newsletter e-Sporočila, spotlighting how standards support a safer, more sustainable world.
CEN Opens Public Comment on Draft Guideline for Defect-Free Manufacturing
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has opened a 30-day public consultation on a proposed CEN Workshop Agreement (CWA) that sets out principles and requirements for achieving zero-defect manufacturing (ZDM).
From Cage Fights to Consoles: AFNOR Kicks Off Standardization for Emerging Sports
Voluntary standardization is gaining ground in new sports sectors, as AFNOR launches efforts to define technical requirements for MMA cages and flooring, pump track infrastructure, and esports event setups.
Netherlands Begins Work on Certification Scheme for Smart Charging Electric Vehicles
The Netherlands is moving forward with a certification scheme for smart charging electric vehicles, building on the recently published NTA 8043.
France Releases Experimental Standard to Support Shift to Electronic Invoicing
France has released the voluntary experimental standard XP Z12-014 to help businesses transition to electronic invoicing and comply with upcoming national requirements.
Helping Quantum Technologies Speak the Same Language: Denmark Launches New Specification
Danish Standards has published DS/PAS 21008-1:2025, a new specification designed to help quantum technologies "speak the same language" by introducing a shared framework for describing and classifying the supporting technologies that make quantum systems work.Global News
IATF Releases New Sanctioned Interpretations for Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has announced the release of Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) for both the Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949.
BRCGS Releases Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of Packaging Materials Standard
BRCGS has released the Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of the Packaging Materials Standard, providing additional context and guidance for each clause.
AFNOR Spec 2315 Lays Groundwork for Regenerative Economy Standardization
AFNOR has introduced AFNOR Spec 2315, a pivotal document designed to anchor the concept of a regenerative economy in standardization.
ISO 9001 Revision Progresses Toward 2026 Release
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has extended the development timeline for the ISO 9001 standard, now aiming for a September 2026 publication.
World’s First International Standard for Stem Cell Data Released
The world’s first international standard for stem cell data, ISO 8472-1, has been officially released, addressing the lack of global regulations for stem cell data management and sharing.
ISO Unveils Framework for Implementing ESG Principles at COP29 - IWA 48 published
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) introduced the ESG Implementation Principles at COP29 on November 14, 2024.
KPMG Australia First Globally to Earn BSI AI Management Certification
KPMG Australia has become the first organization worldwide to receive certification from BSI for its AI management system.
Standards Organizations Unite at COP29 to Drive Climate Action; launched first-ever Standards Pavilion
International standards organizations have joined forces to highlight the critical role of standards in accelerating climate action at COP29.
ISO Begins Review of ISO 22000 to Address New Food Safety Trends
The ISO 22000 standard, which sets food safety management system requirements, has entered its review phase to adapt to emerging global trends and industry needs.
IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry Version 3 Launching in November with Major Updates
IFS has announced the upcoming release of IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry version 3, aimed at enhancing safety and quality for wholesalers, cash & carry businesses, and packaging companies.
AFNOR Spec: New Standard for Simplifying Digital App Development with "Low-Code/No-Code"
The Syndicat Français des Professionnels du NoCode (SFPN), backed by AFNOR, has launched AFNOR Spec, a new technical document dedicated to "Low Code and No Code" (LCNC) technology.
