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South Korea Hosts ISO Meeting on Brain-Computer Interface Standards
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) hosted the 6th meeting of ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 43, the Subcommittee on Brain-Computer Interfaces, from March 3 to 6 at Gachon University Convention Center.
Korea Boosts Funding for International Standards in Advanced Industries
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has announced a 22% increase in funding for the National Standard Technology Improvement Project, bringing the 2025 budget to 42.5 billion won.
Korea and Czech Republic Strengthen Standards Cooperation with Workshop and Agreement
On February 11, 2025, the Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the Office for Technical Standardization, Metrology and State Testing (ÚNMZ) held the Korea-Czech Standards Cooperation Workshop at the Chosun Palace Gangnam Hotel in Seoul.
South Korea Boosts Investment in Quantum Technology Standards
South Korea's Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) announced a 49.8% increase in funding for the 2025 International Standardization Cooperation Project, totaling 24.3 billion won.
KATS Moves Ahead with Next Phase of Strategy to Streamline Technical Regulations
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) held its 58th Technology Regulation Committee meeting on December 13, 2024, to advance its long-term strategy for streamlining technical regulations.
Three Innovative Products Gain Market Access with KATS Fusion Special Certification
On December 18, 2024, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) held a ceremony to present the Convergence Special Certification to three new products.
Finalized KOLAS Accreditation Guidelines Revision Marks End of Public Opinion Period
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has completed the revision of 16 operational guidelines for the Korea Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (KOLAS).
Korea and Germany Collaborate on Standards to Tackle Climate Crisis
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and Germany’s DIN and DKE co-hosted the Korea-Germany Standards Cooperation Forum 2024 on November 22, in Seoul.
KOLAS Gains Global Recognition for Carbon Footprint Verification
The Korea Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (KOLAS) gained international acknowledgment for its greenhouse gas verification, including carbon footprint certification by signing a multilateral recognition agreement (MLA) with the International Accreditation Forum (IAF).
Korea Revises Accreditation Guidelines to Align with International Standards
The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy in Korea has announced revisions to 16 operational guidelines, including the "Korean Accreditation Organization Operating Guidelines."
Seoul Forum Highlights Korea’s 11 Proposals for International Quantum Standards by 2028
The Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) unveiled plans to promote 11 new international standard proposals for quantum technology by 2028.
Korean Textile Industry Briefed on Global Eco-Friendly Certification Challenges
The Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the Korea Federation of Textile Industries held a briefing on October 2, 2024,Global News
ISO 18060 Sets Global Rules to Measure Tourism Environmental and Social Impact
ISO 18060, a newly published international standard from January 2026, sets out a global framework to help tourism organizations measure their environmental, social, human, and economic impacts in a consistent and comparable way.
IFS Introduces Local Check to Support Small-Scale Food Producers
International Featured Standards (IFS) has introduced IFS Local, a new annual standalone food safety check designed to help small-scale and artisanal food producers demonstrate
FSC Releases Revised Trademark Standard and Starts Rollout for Certificate Holders
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has released a revised trademark standard and has started rolling out guidance and support materials to help organizations transition to the updated requirements.
ISO 22095 Parts 2 And 3 Define Rules For Material Tracking Chain Of Custody Models
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22095-2 and ISO 22095-3, two new international standards that
CSR Labels and ISO 26000 Linked to Improved Business Performance
A new international study by Responsibility Europe finds that organizations using recognized CSR (corporate social responsibility) labels outperform others economically and organizationally, confirming the growing importance of CSR frameworks and ISO 26000 worldwide.
Work Begins on Two Agrifood Data System Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has started work on two new international standards for agrifood data systems through ISO/TC 347, focused on crop data definitions and data exchange in greenhouse production.
ISO 17024 Enters Final Publication Stage
The revision of ISO/IEC 17024, the international standard that sets requirements for bodies certifying persons, has entered its final publication stage, with release expected in March 2026.
MDSAP Updates Audit Approach Toward Risk-Based Assessments
The Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) has updated its audit approach, marking a notable shift in how medical device manufacturers are evaluated across participating regulatory jurisdictions.
AIAG–VDA Release Harmonized SPC Yellow Volume for Automotive Industry
The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) have released a joint Statistical Process Control (SPC) Manual.
IAF Adds ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint To Its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has decided to include ISO 14067 in its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (IAF MLA), extending mutual recognition to
BRCGS Publishes FAQ For Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released a new frequently asked questions (FAQ) document to support the implementation of the Global Standard Packaging Materials Issue 7.
