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DAkkS Launches Calibration Label to Strengthen Trust and Transparency
The German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) has introduced the new DAkkS calibration label, a protected trademark that accredited calibration laboratories can now use to mark their services.
Last Month to Switch to New Accredia Accreditation Mark
Accredited bodies and laboratories in Italy have less than a month left to complete the transition to the new Accredia marks system.
Cofrac Invites Experts to Join Inspection Accreditation Commission
The French Accreditation Committee (Comité Français d’Accréditation, Cofrac) will renew its Inspection Accreditation Commission as the mandate of current members ends on December 31, 2025.
Russian Institute Launches AUM Online Platform for Standardization Training
The Russian Institute of Standardization (RST) has launched the Automated Training Workplace (AUM) of the shared resource center for standards "Standardization Ecosystem".
Public Consultation Opens on Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme
The PEFC Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to the PEFC for endorsement, with a public consultation open until November 2, 2025.
South Bohemian Region Opens Social Responsibility Award Applications for 2025
The South Bohemian Region in the Czech Republic has launched the fifth edition of its Governor’s Award for Social Responsibility (CSR) 2025.
CEN and CENELEC Young Professionals Series: Tiphanie Bent Stresses Value of Standards for AI and Finance
The latest feature in the Meet Young Professionals in European Standardization series by CEN and CENELEC introduces Tiphanie Bent from Switzerland.
Serbia’s State Auditor Finds Security Failures in Social Insurance Registry
The State Audit Institution (DRI) has found that the Central Registry of Compulsory Social Insurance (CROSO) has not established a proper system for managing information security.
Telekom Slovenije Earns Gold Recognition for Cybersecurity
Telekom Slovenije has received a gold-level cybersecurity award from CyberVadis,
A1 Slovenija Receives Gold Certificate for Tap Water Initiative
A1 Slovenija, one of the country’s leading telecommunications providers,
Banja Luka Retains Business Friendly City Status With BFC SEE Recertification
Banja Luka has officially been confirmed as a city with a favorable business environment.
Standards Quest Game Now Available in Slovenian
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has announced that Standards Quest, an educational board game about standards development, is now available in Slovenian.Global News
ISO 42006 Brings Clear Requirements for Auditing AI Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC 42006:2025, setting requirements for bodies that audit and certify Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) under ISO/IEC 42001.
IFS Publishes New Doctrine and Product Chart to Support HPC Version 3 Audits
IFS has released two new documents to support audits under the Home and Personal Care (HPC) Version 3 standard:
Small Defense Suppliers Warned to Strengthen Cybersecurity or Risk Losing Contracts
Small and medium enterprises supplying the US Department of Defense are being urged to seek third-party support to meet rising cybersecurity demands under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
GLOBALG.A.P. Launches IFA v6 Smart Standards for Crops and Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has released two new product categories under the Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 plants scope.
Proposal Aims to Modernize How ISO Standards Are Classified and Organized
Germany’s national standards body, DIN, has proposed the development of ISO/NP TS 26019, which would update the International Classification for Standards (ICS).
Geely’s New Customer Requirements and Scorecard Now in Effect
Geely Holding Group’s updated Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) and Scorecard Quick Reference Guide officially took effect on July 1, 2025.
Accreditation Opens for Interprivacy Data Protection Scheme Outside EU
Italy’s national accreditation body, Accredia, has opened accreditation for the Interprivacy data protection certification scheme, which applies to the processing of personal data outside the European Union.
IAF Report Reveals 2024 Growth in MLA Coverage and Accreditation Reach
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released its 2024 report on the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA),
BIFMA Releases 2024 LEVEL e3 Standard Adding Fourth Certification Level and Fixed Criteria
The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) released the 2024 edition of the LEVEL e3 standard on April 21, 2025, starting a 12-month transition period.
ISO 9001 Revision Moves to DIS Stage, Publication Expected by September
The draft of the sixth edition of ISO 9001 is now ready to enter the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with publication expected by late August or early September.
ISO/DIS 14001 Released, Refining EMS Scope, Risk Planning and Management Oversight
The Draft International Standard ISO/DIS 14001 has been released, marking a major step in the update of the world’s leading environmental management system (EMS) standard.
