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UNI Releases Italian Version of EU Artificial Intelligence Governance Report
The Italian national standardization body UNI has published the Italian version of the technical report UNI CEI CEN/CLC/TR 18115:2025,
Cracking Down on Loopholes: Russia Moves to Enforce Declared Standards
Russia is updating its legislation on standardization to close loopholes and improve product quality.
Front Label Warning Required for Dairy Substitutes in Serbia
Serbia will require all dairy products that use palm oil or other vegetable oils instead of milk fat to display a front-of-pack warning label.
CEN Publishes Assessment Guide for Alternative Road Transport Fuels
A new technical guide from the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) helps producers of alternative fuels assess the feasibility of their products and blends for use in road transport.
Marjanca Repše Wins Slovenia’s 2025 Environmental Sustainability Manager Award
Marjanca Repše, Director of Management Systems at BSH Home Appliances d.o.o. Nazarje, has been awarded the title of Environmental Sustainability Manager 2025.
NEN Setting Up New Committee and Standard for Energy Communities
NEN, the Dutch Standardization Institute, is setting up a new standards committee to develop a national standard,
Germany Starts Countdown to 50 Years of Standardization Treaty With New Campaign
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has started the countdown to the 50th anniversary of the Standards Agreement between the Federal Republic of Germany and DIN,
Corporate Culture Tops Agenda at North German Quality Day in Hamburg
At the North German Quality Day conference in Hamburg, participants rated corporate culture and leadership as far more important than standards and rules, suggesting a possible shift in thinking within quality management.
Geriatric Health Centers of Graz Win 30th Austrian State Prize for Corporate Quality
The Geriatric Health Centers of the City of Graz won the 2025 State Prize for Corporate Quality, Austria’s highest award for corporate excellence.
Polish Committee for Standardization Warns of Unauthorized Use of Its Trademarks
The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has issued a warning about the unauthorized use of its trademarks, including its logo, on stamps and documents circulated by third parties.
UK Outlines When Mandatory Non-EU Labeling Will Apply
The United Kingdom has outlined how it will implement mandatory "Not for EU" labeling on certain products sold domestically.
UNI Invites Input on Turning Recycling Verification Practice Into a Formal Standard
UNI is inviting market participants to share their experiences with UNI/PdR 88:2020,Global News
IFRS Foundation Releases Guide for Climate-Related Reporting Under ISSB Standards
The IFRS Foundation has released a guide to help companies report climate-related information in line with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards.
Guide on Coordinating Cybersecurity Incident Responses Now Available
A new framework, ISO/IEC 27035-4:2024, has been released to help organizations coordinate their response to cybersecurity incidents affecting multiple partners.
GLOBALG.A.P. Opens Public Consultation on New Social Responsibility Standard for Flowers
GLOBALG.A.P. has introduced a new Social Responsibility standard for flowers and ornamentals, focusing on improving social and labor conditions in high-risk countries.
ISO 14001 Draft Update Released and Open for Comments
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a draft update for ISO 14001, the global standard for environmental management systems.
GAEI, a New Tool to Measure Accreditation Capability Worldwide
The latest IAF Outlook newsletter introduces the Global Accreditation Experience Index (GAEI), a new tool measuring accreditation capability worldwide.
BSI Unveils Free Net-Zero Guide to Help SMEs Cut Emissions
BSI has launched a free standard to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop net-zero transition plans.
Update of IFS Split Audit Protocol puts sharper Risk Controls and Planning in Focus
IFS has released version 2 of its Split Audit Protocol, providing updated guidance for audits conducted both on-site and remotely.
IAF Releases January Outlook Newsletter: Updates on MLA Expansion, COP 29, and Leadership Strategies
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published its latest Outlook newsletter, featuring significant updates in accreditation and conformity assessment.
GM Tightens Supplier Rules With Stricter Inspections and New Reporting
General Motors (GM) has revised its Customer Specific Requirements for IATF 16949, effective January 31, 2025.
No Deal! SGS and Bureau Veritas End Merger Negotiations
SGS and Bureau Veritas have ended merger talks without reaching an agreement, which could have created a €32 billion leader in testing and certification services.
PEFC Launches Survey to Revise Project Certification Requirements
PEFC has opened a survey to gather stakeholder feedback on updating its Project Certification requirements.
