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.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Adopts ISO 42001 for Managing Artificial Intelligence

The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has officially adopted ISO/IEC 42001:2023 as a national standard under the designation BAS ISO/IEC 42001:2025.

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).

ATS Completes First Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Verifiers

The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has carried out its first-ever assessment of a body applying for verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reports.

Mercata VT Becomes First in Serbia Verified to ISO 14064-1 for Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Mercata VT has become the first company in Serbia to be verified under ISO 14064-1, the international standard for quantifying and managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

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.

White Paper Analyzes EU Carbon Rules and Their Impact on Chinese Companies

The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) and other members of the International Carbon Accounting and Verification Council (ICAVC),

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.

Almaviva Group Receives ESG Recognition and ISO 37001 Certification from DNV

Almaviva Group has become the second company in the world to receive ESG Recognition from DNV, confirming its commitment to responsible governance and sustainability.

SMI Group and CSQA Celebrate First ISO 42001 Certification in Italy

SMI Group has become the first company in Italy to be certified by CSQA for compliance with the ISO/IEC 42001 standard for Artificial Intelligence Management System.

ILAC and IAF Merge to Form GLOBAC, Aiming to Harmonize Global Accreditation

On October 9th, the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) officially merged to create a new global accreditation body called GLOBAC.

Swiss Expert Interviewed on Transition to New Global Standard for Machinery Safety

ISO 13849, an international standard for the safety of machine control systems, is being updated to its new version, ISO 13849-1:2023.

Global Standardization Bodies Combine New Proposals in One Place for Easier Access

Three global standardization bodies, ISO, ITU-T, and IEC, have brought their latest Joint standard proposals together in one place.

New Information Security Certification Rules Trigger Global Transition

The launch of ISO/IEC 27006-1:2024 has triggered a transition for accredited certification bodies.

World Standards Day 2024 Celebrates Shared Vision for a Better World

On October 14th, the global community will celebrate World Standards Day, highlighting the role of international standards in creating a connected, secure, and sustainable world.

Forest Stewardship Council Opens Consultation on Accreditation Standards Revision

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched a public consultation on the revision of its general accreditation standard and two related procedures.

GLOBALG.A.P. Primary Farm Assurance Version 6 Published with Six-Month Transition Period

The new version 6 of the Primary Farm Assurance (PFA) program by GLOBALG.A.P. was published on 11 September 2024 and will replace the previous version on 1 March 2025.

Swiss Stock Exchange Launches Climate Equity Flag for Environmentally Responsible Companies

SIX Swiss Exchange has introduced its new "1.5 °C Climate Equity Flag", an important step toward identifying companies that align with climate goals set out in the Paris Agreement.

Global Quality Infrastructure Index Report 2023 Released

The 2023 Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII), which ranks countries based on their quality infrastructure performance, was launched in May 2024.

IFS Publishes Updated Broker 3.2 Guideline and Remote Auditing Protocol

The International Featured Standards (IFS) has released new documents for IFS Broker version 3.2, providing both a guideline for auditors and an audit protocol for remote auditing.

IEC Introduces First Standard for Industrial Digital Twins, More Parts in Development

The IEC has published IEC 63278-1, the first standard in a projected series for industrial "digital twins".

New Standard Brings Safety to Wetlaid Nonwoven Machinery

ISO 22291:2022, a new safety standard for wetlaid nonwoven machinery, was developed by companies Voith and Trützschler in collaboration with Austrian Standards.