The European Commission, as part of its broader SME Relief Package, has adopted the VSME sustainability reporting standard for micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has been highlighted in the latest issue of the CEN and CENELEC On the Spot newsletter for its upcoming autumn program.
The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) has launched NormIA, a 24/7 virtual assistant powered by artificial intelligence to help citizens and businesses understand and apply standards.
The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has launched a 60-day public consultation on revised drafts of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).
Manufacturers in Russia can continue using terms like "eco," "bio," and related labels on their products without needing to prove organic compliance until September 1, 2030.
France Qualité AFQP, the national association promoting quality and performance in France, has launched a new commission focused on cybersecurity as part of its Made in Qualité think tank.
The Netherlands is helping develop Europe’s first standard on climate services, aimed at ensuring clear and dependable climate information across the continent.
The latest edition of Echanges magazine by France Qualité AFQP, the French association for quality and performance, centers on the role of human resources and generational diversity in driving quality and performance.
The July issue of the newsletter from Accredia, Italy’s national accreditation body, is now available and features a wide range of updates on accredited conformity assessment, digital innovation, and sustainability.
SELSA Intelligence AG has been certified to ISO 22301 for business continuity management by Quality Austria, becoming one of the first in Austria’s insurance sector to do so.
The Standards Pavilion at COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, showcased the critical role of international standards in turning climate commitments into measurable actions.
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has announced the release of Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) for both the Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949.
BRCGS has released the Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of the Packaging Materials Standard, providing additional context and guidance for each clause.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has extended the development timeline for the ISO 9001 standard, now aiming for a September 2026 publication.
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.
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 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.