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Korean Standards Association Announces 2025 South Chungcheong Province Quality Management Competition
The 2025 South Chungcheong Province Quality Management Competition will take place on June 12–13 at Splas Resom in Deoksan, South Chungcheong Province.
Korea Seeks Students for National Team in 20th International Standards Olympiad
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) is accepting applications for the national team selection for the 20th International Standards Olympiad.
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."Global News
FSC Invites Feedback on Four Active Consultations
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is inviting feedback on four active consultations.
CQI Launches Knowledge Hub for Quality Professionals
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) has launched a new Knowledge Hub that brings together quality information, learning resources and industry insights in one place.
July 15 Deadline Nears for GMP+ Certificates Issued by DNV Italy and LL-C
GMP+ International has warned companies GMP+ Feed certificates issued by DNV Business Assurance Italy S.R.L. or LL-C Certification Czech Republic a.s. that
ISO 9000 and ISO 19011 Revised: New Guidance for Quality and Auditing
Two cornerstone standards for quality management and auditing have been revised, with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) publishing new editions of ISO 9000 and ISO 19011.
ISO 9002 Revision Reaches Public Comment Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 9002 to the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, opening the project for wider review and feedback.
Global ACI Sets 36-Month Transition for ISO/IEC 17024:2026
The Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) has established a 36-month transition period for ISO/IEC 17024:2026, the newly revised international standard for bodies that certify individuals.
PAS 96:2026 Updates Food Defence Guidance for Emerging Threats
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 96:2026, a fully revised edition of its food defence guide.
BRCGS Updates Meat Supply Chain Assurance Module
The British Retail Consortium Global Standards (BRCGS) has updated its Additional Module 11: Meat Supply Chain Assurance.
ISO 29997 Offers First International Framework for Quality Internships
ISO 29997:2025 provides the first international framework designed to help organizations deliver higher-quality internships through clearer planning, management and evaluation practices.
Experts Behind ISO 14001:2026 Explain New Focus on Climate, Biodiversity and Results
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has outlined the most important changes in ISO 14001:2026,
New ISO/IEC 15408 and 18045 Editions Update Common Criteria Framework
ISO/IEC 15408-1:2026 and ISO/IEC 18045:2026 have been published, updating the Common Criteria framework, an international system used to evaluate the security of IT products.
