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Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
The Italian Ministry of Health has launched the National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers (LNR-FIA) to enhance food safety regarding additives, enzymes, and flavorings.
Italy Adopts ISO 14072 and ISO 14075 Life Cycle Assessment Standards
Italy Adopts ISO 14072 and ISO 14075 Life Cycle Assessment Standards
Italy has officially adopted the life cycle assessment (LCA) standards UNI ISO 14072:2025 and UNI ISO 14075:2025, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.
Saipem Receives World's First ESG Recognition from DNV
Saipem Receives World's First ESG Recognition from DNV
Saipem has become the first company worldwide to receive the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Recognition from DNV, a leading certification and risk management firm.
CSQA Awards First UNI/PDR 131 Certification for Inclusive Services to 'Insieme a Te' Beach Resort
CSQA Awards First UNI/PDR 131 Certification for Inclusive Services to 'Insieme a Te' Beach Resort
CSQA has granted the inaugural UNI/PDR 131 certification to "Insieme a Te," an association in Faenza that, since 2018, has operated a beach resort at Punta Marina Terme for individuals with severe disabilities.
Artificial Intelligence Management System Standard Now Available in Italian
Artificial Intelligence Management System Standard Now Available in Italian
The artificial intelligence (AI) management system standard has been published in Italian as UNI CEI ISO/IEC 42001:2024.
MASE Launches Call to Promote 'Made Green in Italy' Product Certification
MASE Launches Call to Promote 'Made Green in Italy' Product Certification
The Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security (MASE) has announced a call for proposals to encourage participation in the voluntary "Made Green in Italy" program,
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate has introduced a QR Code-based digital passport, further enhancing transparency and consumer engagement.
Italy Launches First Specifications for Animal Welfare, Making SQNBA Fully Certifiable Framework
Italy Launches First Specifications for Animal Welfare, Making SQNBA Fully Certifiable Framework
Italy has launched the first five technical specifications of the National Animal Welfare Quality System (SQNBA), focusing on beef cattle, dairy cattle, and free-range pigs.
Italy First to Regulate Accessibility in Advertising to Advance Social Inclusion
Italy First to Regulate Accessibility in Advertising to Advance Social Inclusion
Italy has introduced the UNI/PdR 164 standard, making it the first country to regulate universal accessibility methods in advertising.
GLOBALG.A.P. Issues New GRASP Guidelines for Italy
GLOBALG.A.P. Issues New GRASP Guidelines for Italy
GLOBALG.A.P. has released the Italian National Interpretation Guidelines (NIGs) for the GRASP Add-On version 2, aligning the requirements with applicable Italian legislation.
UNI Publishes New Standard for Sustainable Pest Management
UNI Publishes New Standard for Sustainable Pest Management
The Italian Standards Body (UNI) has released UNI 11956:2024, a standard focused on sustainable pest management.
Sustainability Report Analyzes Italian Geographical Food Indications
Sustainability Report Analyzes Italian Geographical Food Indications
The Qualivita Foundation has released the pioneering PDO Sustainability Report, analyzing sustainability in Italian geographical food indications.

Global News

BRCGS Updates Packaging Materials Issue 7 Requirements for GFSI Benchmarking 2024
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
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.
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
It has been a busy week for automotive quality, with four significant updates released for the sector.
ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials
ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 33400:2026, updating the international vocabulary for reference materials (RM) and certified reference materials (CRM).
TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance
TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance
The International Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC Council) has published a paper urging policymakers to recognize the ISO 14019 series as the framework for sustainability assurance,
IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs
IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs
International Featured Standards (IFS) has updated its Progress Scoring System brochure following the recent launch of IFS Progress Logistics 2.
CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners
CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) announced the winners of the International Quality Awards 2026 during the Quality Live event in London on June 25,
IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication
IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication
The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) has centralized the authentication of aerospace quality management system auditors, replacing the previous network of independent Auditor Authentication Bodies (AABs).
FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect
FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched a new online training course to support implementation of its revised trademark standard, FSC-STD-50-001 V3-0, which takes effect on July 1, 2026. 
SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft
SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has made the proposed second edition of ISO 45001 - draft available for free download and public review,
 
ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment
ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO/DIS 9002 for ballot, opening the international comment period on the revision of the guidance standard for applying ISO 9001. 
Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment
Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment
ISO 14060, the first international standard for net zero alignment, has entered public consultation.
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