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All Phases Of Cultural Heritage Conservation Covered With New EN 16853
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 16853:2026,
EN 15978 Harmonizes Building Environmental Performance Assessment
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 15978:2026,
UNI 11337-8 Sets Framework for Managing Digital Processes in Construction Sector
The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has published UNI 11337-8:2026, now in force as of April 9,
ISO 14001 Update, Digital Twins and IoT Featured in UNE Magazine
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has released the April 2026 issue of its Revista UNE,
Standard Norway Seeks Expert to Adapt Oil and Gas Materials Standard for Shorter Projects
The Standard Norway (SN) is looking for an external expert to help adjust the NORSOK M-001 materials standard so it better fits today’s shorter oil and gas projects.
Winners Of The 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me" Announced
The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has announced the results of the 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me", drawing strong participation from students and teachers across Poland.
DEKRA and BSI Receive First Accreditations for High Risk AI Systems Under EU AI Act
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has granted the first accreditations under the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) to DEKRA and the British Standards Institution (BSI) for certification of high-risk AI systems in biometrics.
Serbia Updates Accreditation Requirements for Organic Product Certification Bodies
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has announced updates to accreditation scopes for certification bodies in organic food production following the adoption of a new Law on Organic Production, which takes effect on June 1, 2026.
CEN Merges Postal and Logistics Committees into Expanded Transport Standardization Body
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is merging its postal services committee into its transport and logistics committee, creating a single body covering transport, logistics, and postal services.
AI Certification and CBAM Featured in March Accredia Letter
The Italian Accreditation Body (Accredia) has released the March edition of its Accredia Letter, highlighting key developments in accreditation, certification, and regulatory updates.
Dutch Healthcare Information Security Standard Updated to Align With ISO 27799
The Royal Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has published an amendment to NEN 7510-2 to align it with ISO 27799,
ISO 37001 Transition in Poland Clarified for Certified Organizations
The Certification Center for Quality (CCJ) explains how organizations certified to ISO 37001, the anti-bribery management systems standard (ABMS),Global News
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting nominations for its Sustainable Forest Management Working Group, with submissions open until April 22, 2026.
"Global Standard" Opens Second Consultation On Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has opened a second public consultation on Draft 2 of the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS),
DIN SPEC 14027 Establishes First Comprehensive Framework for Corporate Security
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 14027,
GHG Protocol Begins Scope 3 Revision Tightening Data and Measurement Rules
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) has launched a major revision of its Scope 3 standard,
ISO 17020 Third Edition Published With Risk-Based Approach
A new edition of ISO/IEC 17020 has been published, introducing updated requirements for inspection bodies and replacing the 2012 version after a technical revision.
ISO TS 20125-1 for Eco-Design of Digital Services Released
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC TS 20125-1:2026,
ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2 on Information Management in BIM Projects Open for Consultation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has opened a public consultation on proposed changes to ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2,
TIA Develops First Data Center Infrastructure Quality Standard DCE 9000
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is developing DCE 9000, the first quality management system (QMS) standard specifically designed for modern data center physical infrastructure, with publication and certification planned for 2027.
ISO 18969 Clinical Evaluation Standard Draft Advances Past Voting Stage
Voting on the Draft International Standard (DIS) for ISO 18969, Clinical evaluation of medical devices, closed on March 10, 2026, marking its progression to stage 40.60 within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
GLOBALG.A.P. Replaces Technical Committees With Five Working Groups and Names Members
Agraya has replaced GLOBALG.A.P. technical committees with five technical working groups (TWGs) and appointed members to each group, with up to 16 experts per group across five areas.
Renault Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
Renault Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) for IATF 16949:2016, with the new version taking effect in April 2026 and applying to all suppliers across its global operations.
