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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
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 (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
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
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
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
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, the Croatian Laboratories Association, has released its latest e-newsletter, E-Glasilo CROLAB No. 1/2025, dated February 2025.
Oscar of Quality Awarded to Four Organizations at 34th Serbian Quality Week
At the 34th annual "Quality Week 2025," held on March 6 and 7 at the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, the "Oscar of Quality" awards for 2024 were presented.
Serbia Updates SRPS A.L2.003 Standard on Risk Assessment
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has published a revised edition of the SRPS A.L2.003 standard, "Security and Resilience – Risk Assessment – Requirements and Guidelines for Conformity Assessment."
European Report Sets Framework for Sustainable AI Implementation
CEN and CENELEC have published CEN/CLC/TR 18145:2025, a technical report outlining best practices for environmentally sustainable artificial intelligence (AI).
FSC Ukraine Maintains Responsible Forestry Even Amid War Challenges
Sustainable forestry in Ukraine faces immense challenges due to the ongoing war, yet FSC Ukraine continues to uphold responsible forest management.Global News
Annual Report for CEN and CENELEC 2023 Released in Digital Format
The 2023 Annual Report for CEN and CENELEC has been released, now available in a fully digital format.
New ISO 10009:2024 Standard on Quality Tools Released
The ISO has released a new standard, ISO 10009:2024, titled "Quality Management — Guidance for quality tools and their application", as announced by the Standards Committee KS CASCO on July 1, 2024.
ISO Develops First International Standard for Net-Zero Emissions
The creation of the first international ISO standard for net-zero emissions is well underway, aiming to provide clarity and firm requirements for the transition towards a "net-zero" state.
As vegetarianism gains traction, certification becomes key
Even in the realm of eating, it seems there's a trend for everything. With a growing focus on sustainability, vegan and vegetarian diets are grabbing the global spotlight more than ever.
Understanding VDA 6.8 - Supply Chain Process Audit
Marko Stojković, Head of Quality Department at Schwing Stetter Smederevo, outlines the key features of VDA 6.8 - Supply Chain Process Audit.
ANSI Highlights ISO 17516:2014 - Microbiology of Cosmetic Products
Ensuring Cosmetic Safety: Understanding Microbiological Contamination
IFS Broker and IFS PACsecure Earn Global Recognition
What do you call a factory that makes good products? A satisfactory!
ANSI Seeks Comments on New ISO Technical Committee Proposal for Customer Contact Centers
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI), as the U.S. member body to ISO, is soliciting feedback until July 5 on a draft proposal for a new ISO technical committee (TC) focused on customer contact centers (CCC).
