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India Submits Revised Forest Scheme for PEFC Global Assessment
India’s updated national forest certification system has been submitted to the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) for review.
FSC Launches Audit Integrity Probe in Türkiye to Address Certification Risks
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has commissioned Assurance Services International (ASI) to conduct an independent investigation into audit quality and integrity issues in Türkiye.
ANAB Accredits NSF to Certify Sustainable Urban Forest Practices
The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has accredited NSF International Strategic Registrations (NSF-ISR) to certify organizations under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Urban and Community Forest Sustainability Standard.
New FSC Standard Advances Sustainable Forest Management in Brazil
A new Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) standard for natural forests in Brazil will take effect on October 1, 2025, aiming to improve biodiversity protection, Indigenous rights, and small producer inclusion.
Zwolle Breaks Ground with First PEFC Trees outside Forests Certification
The municipality of Zwolle in the Netherlands has become the first to receive the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) Trees outside Forests (TOF) certificate, marking a milestone in sustainable tree management beyond traditional forests.
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.
Dreni Group SH.P.K, got PEFC certificate
Company from Priština, Kosovo, Dreni Group SH.P.K, got PEFC certificate as one of pioneer companies in Kosovo.
European Commission Officially Recognizes PEFC RED II Certification
The European Commission has officially recognized the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) as compliant with the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II).
Russian Forest Industry Switches to National Certification System Following Sanctions
The Russian Institute of Standardization has announced that forest industry companies are transitioning to the National Forest Certification System (NSFC) following the suspension of international FSC certificates in 2022.
First in Asia-Pacific: Taiwan Achieves 100% FSC Certification for Public Forests
Taiwan has become the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to achieve 100% certification of its public forests under the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) system.
Slovenian Uniforest Hosts ISO Talks to Shape Global Forestry Winch Safety Standard
A Slovenian forestry machinery manufacturer, Uniforest, hosted the third meeting of the ISO/TC 23/SC 15/WG 10 Forestry Winch Systems working group from October 14 to 16, 2024.
REFORD Recognized as PEFC Member for North Macedonia in General Assembly
The PEFC General Assembly has officially recognized the Regional Centre for Forestry and Rural Development (REFORD) as North Macedonia's PEFC national member.Global News
Codex Defines When 'May Contain' Allergen Labels Are Justified
New international guidance adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission aims to make 'may contain' allergen labels more consistent and trustworthy.
ISO 14025:2026 Brings First Major Update to Environmental Product Declarations in 20 Years
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14025:2026, the first major revision of the international standard for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) since 2006.
ISO/IEC 27000 Updated With Clearer Guidance for Information Security Standards
ISO and IEC have updated ISO/IEC 27000, the guide to the ISO/IEC 27000 family of information security standards.
AIAG and VDA Publish Global Guide for Better Manufacturing Process Control
A new joint manual from the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) establishes a single international approach to monitoring and improving manufacturing processes.
ISO 14001:2026 Transition Deadlines Confirmed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has confirmed the transition timeline for ISO 14001:2026,
BIPM Releases First Stable Digital Reference for SI Units
The International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) has released the first stable version of the SI Reference Point, a digital reference for the International System of Units (SI).
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Incorporates Save Food Packaging Principles
The Foundation FSSC has incorporated aspects of the Save Food Packaging (SFP) Design Principles into FSSC 22000 Version 7 through a partnership with the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) and the Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP).
VDA Publishes Updated Interpretations for VDA 6.2 Service Audit Standard
The German Association of the Automotive Industry Quality Management Center (VDA QMC) has published Version 2 of the Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for VDA 6.2, updating how service organizations in the automotive industry should apply the quality management audit standard.
ISO and IEC Update AI Rules for Standards Development
ISO and IEC have published updated guidance on the use of artificial intelligence in technical committees, defining how AI may be used during the development of international standards.
BRCGS Updates Packaging Materials Issue 7 Requirements for GFSI Benchmarking 2024
BRCGS has updated the requirements for its Packaging Materials Issue 7 certification scheme to meet the GFSI Benchmarking Requirements 2024.
SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has opened public access to the draft version of ISO 9002, allowing organizations and quality professionals to read and comment on the official guidance for applying ISO 9001 before the document is finalized.
