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Nelt Group Hosts Quality and Supply Chain Conference in Belgrade
The Quality Sector of Nelt Group, in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (PKS), organized a two-day Quality and Supply Chain Conference in Belgrade on May 27-28.
DGQ Releases AI Prompt Library for Quality Managers
The German Society for Quality (DGQ) has released an AI prompt library designed to help quality professionals use artificial intelligence in their daily work.
Norway Reestablishes Medical Device Standards Committee, Invites New Members
Standard Norway (SN) has reestablished its national committee for medical device management systems and is now inviting more professional communities to participate in work on international and European standards for quality and risk management in medical devices.
EU Agrees Common NIS2 Incident Reporting Templates Across Member States
The European Commission (EC), together with EU Member States and the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) through the NIS2 Cooperation Group, has agreed on common templates for reporting cybersecurity incidents.
European AI Logging Standard Opens for Public Comment
CEN and CENELEC have opened the draft standard prEN 18229-1 for public comment, proposing rules for how AI systems should keep records of their activities and decisions under the EU AI Act.
Luxembourg Launches National Space Standardization Commission
The Luxembourg Institute for Standardization, Accreditation, Safety and Quality of Products and Services (ILNAS) has launched a new National Standardization Commission for the space sector,
UNE Marks 40 Years of Standardization With Milestone Video
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has released a video marking its 40th anniversary,
Sweden Invites Comments on ISO 37401 Diversity Management Standard
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) is inviting stakeholders to comment on ISO/DIS 37401, the draft version of a proposed IISO standard for diversity management.
Industry Coalition Calls for Concrete Steps in DAkkS Reform
The German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) has outlined a reform agenda for the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS),
'The Nordic Region Sets the Standard' Initiative Targets Green and Digital Transition
The national standards bodies of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden have launched a joint initiative called The Nordic Region Sets the Standard to strengthen cooperation on the green and digital transition.
UKAS Begins Development of Accreditation for ISO/UNDP 53001 Sustainable Development Goals Standard
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is launching the development of accreditation for certification bodies that want to certify organizations against ISO/UNDP 53001,
Albanian and Tunisian Accreditation Bodies Pass EA Peer Review, TUNAC Expands Recognition
The European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has confirmed that the Albanian Directorate of Accreditation (DPA) and the Tunisian Accreditation Council (TUNAC) successfully passed recent peer evaluations,Global News
IFAN Launches Podcast Highlighting Perspectives Of Standards Users
The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN), a global organization representing the interests of standards users, has launched a podcast aimed at sharing the experiences of organizations and professionals who use standards in their work.
ISO 25859 for Thermophilic Microorganisms in Dairy Under Development
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is developing ISO 25859, a new international standard that will define how microorganisms that grow at high temperatures are counted in milk and dairy products.
ISO 14001 Final Draft Approved For Publication
The Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) of ISO 14001 has been approved, paving the way for publication in mid April.
IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has established a new legal entity, IATF AISBL, marking a shift from its previous structure as an ad hoc group of automotive manufacturers and their national industry associations.
Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey
Harper Adams University is inviting professionals across the food chain to take part in a survey on ISO 20001, a proposed international management system standard designed to help organisations systematically reduce food loss and waste.
GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls
Global Standard has released Version 8.0 of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS),
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is conducting a systematic review of ISO 14091 to determine whether it still meets the needs of organizations addressing climate change risks.
