JSA Updates Special Page on ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Revisions

The Japanese Standards Association (JSA) has renewed its dedicated web page providing the latest information on the ongoing revisions of

First in Japan: Godot Certified for ISO 42001 Artificial Intelligence Standard

Godot Inc. has become the first Japanese company to earn certification to ISO/IEC 42001, the international standard for artificial intelligence management systems (AIMS).

CQC Employees Li Jiangyun and Liu Meng Named China IEC Young Experts

Two young professionals from the China Quality Certification Center (CQC), Li Jiangyun and Liu Meng, were awarded the title of “China IEC Young Experts”.

Japan’s National Strategy Will Target Standards for Five Cutting-Edge Technologies

Japan is preparing a new national strategy to promote international standards for five cutting-edge technologies.

i-PRO Becomes First in Security Industry to Earn ISO 42001 AI Certification

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a global leader in edge computing security cameras, has become the first company in the physical security industry to earn ISO 42001 certification for its AI management systems.

Japan Honors Corporate Sustainability Leaders With SX Brand and Nominee Awards

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) have named 13 companies as SX Brands 2025 and recognized two additional firms as SX Nominated Companies for their strong sustainability efforts.

Japan Wraps Up Public Input on Circular Plastic Product Design Standards

The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has closed its public comment period on draft standards for the design certification of plastic products,

Japanese Language Starter Kit Launched Ahead of 2025 OSD Platform Transition

The Japanese National Committee (JNC) of the IEC has introduced a Japanese-language starter kit to help national experts adapt to the Online Standards Development (OSD) platform,

ISO 13485 Stays Unchanged as Revision Committee Rejects Annex SL Alignment

The medical device quality management standard ISO 13485 will remain unchanged, as ISO’s Technical Committee in charge, ISO/TC 210, decided not to align it with Annex SL, ISO’s harmonized structure

ISO 14054 Introduces First Global Framework for Natural Capital Accounting

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a new global standard, ISO 14054:2025, to help organizations measure, value, and account for their interactions with nature.

ISO 27404 Sets Global Framework for Cybersecurity Labels on Consumer IoT

The new ISO/IEC 27404:2025 standard has been released,

Iceland Proposes New ISO Committee for Children’s Rights Management

The Icelandic Standards (IST) has submitted a proposal to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to establish a new technical committee, ISO/TC on Children’s Rights Management.

IFAN 2025 Survey Finds Cost and Complexity Still Blocking Standards Use

The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN) has released its 2025 International Standards Users Survey, drawing insights from a record 861 organizations worldwide.

IEEE Reveals 2025 Award Winners for Excellence in Standards Development

The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) announced the 2025 recipients of its annual awards, recognizing individuals and groups who made significant contributions to international standards.

IAF and ILAC Replaced at Year End as New Global Accreditation Body Takes Over

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) will begin dissolution processes on January 1, 2026,

ISO 17620 published to support global biodiversity preservation and sustainable development

A new international standard, ISO 17620:2025, has been published to help ensure that development projects protect, preserve, and enhance biodiversity worldwide.

IATA Launches Integrated Sustainability Program for Airlines

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has introduced the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP), a comprehensive certification and assessment framework tailored for airlines.

UL Solutions Expands ECOLOGO Certification to Industrial and Energy Equipment

UL Solutions has expanded its ECOLOGO certification program to cover industrial and energy automation equipment, helping manufacturers verify sustainability claims through science-based, multi-attribute standards.

PEFC Launches Consultation on Updated Project Sourcing Standard and Requirements

PEFC International has opened a 60-day public consultation, running from October 24 to December 23, to review proposed updates to its project certification requirements.

ISO 17298 Embeds Biodiversity in Business Strategy, Signaling a Shift in Finance

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 17298, a new global standard that makes biodiversity part of business strategy and financial decision-making.