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 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

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

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 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 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 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. 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

The Italian Standards Body (UNI) has released UNI 11956:2024, a standard focused on sustainable pest management.

Sustainability Report Analyzes Italian Geographical Food Indications

The Qualivita Foundation has released the pioneering PDO Sustainability Report, analyzing sustainability in Italian geographical food indications.

New UNI ISO 45002 Guide Released to Strengthen OH&S Management in Italy

UNI released the UNI ISO 45002, the Italian version of guidance on implementing ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety (OH&S) management.

New Guidelines Aim to Improve Food Labelling in Italy

The Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMIT) has issued new guidelines to enhance food labelling standards.

ISO TR 25326 Gathers Global Examples Of Green Logistics In Practice

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TR 25326:2026, a new international standard that compiles case studies of green logistics to support lower-carbon operations across global supply chains.

BYD Joins IATF As First NEV-Only Automaker And Second Asian Member

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved the addition of BYD Group as a new member of IATF AISBL,

PAS 1958 Published To Connect Built Environment Data Standards

The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 1958:2026, a new guide that helps organizations understand how existing data and information standards in the built environment, including buildings and infrastructure, work together within a single framework. 

International Quality Awards 2026 Finalists Announced

The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), a professional body for quality management, has announced the finalists for its International Quality Awards 2026,

ASC Chain Of Custody Set To Become Supply Chain Module In Major Overhaul

The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), an international non-profit that sets standards for responsible seafood farming,

ISO 22000 Revision Enters Public Enquiry Stage

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has moved the revision of ISO 22000 to the public enquiry stage.

ISO 19011 Auditing Standard Enters Final Stage With Hybrid And Digital Shift

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 19011 to the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage. 

IMDRF Playbook Guides Global Use Of Shared Medical Device Regulatory Reviews

The International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) has published a playbook to help regulators use shared approaches when reviewing medical devices, known as regulatory reliance.

DIN Introduces First Framework For AI Testing Tools

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 92006, introducing the first unified framework for artificial intelligence (AI) testing tools and setting clear requirements for how these tools should be designed and used.

FSSC 22000 Version 7 Release Moved To May 2026

The Foundation for Food Safety Certification (FSSC) has delayed the launch of FSSC 22000 Version 7, with publication now expected in early May 2026.

FSC Launches Normative Newsfeed For Clearer Requirements Updates

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has introduced a new Normative Newsfeed to make updates to its requirements easier to track and understand.

OECD Report Links Standards To More Effective Regulation

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has released a report examining how governments can improve regulation by making better use of standards, measurement, and assurance systems, known as quality infrastructure (QI).