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Russian Journal’s New Issue Spotlights Ecosystem of Standardization Launch
Russian Journal’s New Issue Spotlights Ecosystem of Standardization Launch
The latest issue of the Russian Institute of Standardization (RST)  journal highlights the launch of the Ecosystem of Standardization, now registered in Russia’s National Scientific and Technological Infrastructure database (CKP RF).
Russia Now Requires Local Representative for Foreign Medical Device Registration
Russia Now Requires Local Representative for Foreign Medical Device Registration
Foreign manufacturers with medical devices registered in Russia must appoint a Russian Authorized Representative (RUS REP) or update existing representative details by August 31, 2025.
Applications Open for Russia’s 2025 Standardizer of the Year Award
Applications Open for Russia’s 2025 Standardizer of the Year Award
The application period has begun for the seventh annual Standardizer of the Year award, 
Tula Gingerbread Earns National Certification for Quality Standards
Tula Gingerbread Earns National Certification for Quality Standards
The famous Tula gingerbread, known locally as Tula pryanik, has been officially certified under Russia’s National Certification System, confirming it meets national quality standards.
Russian Institute of Standardization Launches Standardization Ecosystem Center for Shared Use
Russian Institute of Standardization Launches Standardization Ecosystem Center for Shared Use
The Russian Institute of Standardization (RST) has launched the Standardization Ecosystem Center for Shared Use to support digital transformation in standard development.
TD Yarmarka Earns Russian NSS Management System Certification
TD Yarmarka Earns Russian NSS Management System Certification
TD Yarmarka, a Russian food company, has successfully passed management system certification under the National Certification System (NSS), overseen by the Russian Institute for Standardization.
New International Technical Committee MTC 564 to Manage Product Life Cycles Across Eurasian States
New International Technical Committee MTC 564 to Manage Product Life Cycles Across Eurasian States
A new interstate technical committee, MTC 564, was established to oversee the complete life cycle management of products.
Preparations for 2025 Best EASC Standardizer Award Begin with First Meeting
Preparations for 2025 Best EASC Standardizer Award Begin with First Meeting
On February 12, 2025, the Euro-Asian Council for Standardization (EASC) commenced preparations for the "Best EASC Standardizer" award.
Russia Expands List of Products Requiring "Honest Sign" Marking in 2025
Russia Expands List of Products Requiring "Honest Sign" Marking in 2025
Russia is expanding its mandatory product marking system, "Honest Sign," with two batches of products in 2025.
Capture the Impact of Standards: Russia Launches Nationwide Photo Contest
Capture the Impact of Standards: Russia Launches Nationwide Photo Contest
The Russian Institute of Standardization has announced the All-Russian photo contest "Beauty of Standardization," inviting citizens to showcase how standards influence daily life.
New Qualification Center Opens to Ensure Russian Standardization Experts Meet the Mark
New Qualification Center Opens to Ensure Russian Standardization Experts Meet the Mark
The Russian Institute of Standardization has launched a Qualification Assessment Center for specialists in standardization and technical regulation.
New IEC Report and Three-Part Guide on SMART Standards Available in Russian
New IEC Report and Three-Part Guide on SMART Standards Available in Russian
The Russian Standardization Institute has published a new report by IEC, “SMART Standards from the Perspective of Market and Industry”, along with a three-part guide on working with SMART standards.

Global News

ISO 15223-1 Amendment Changes Medical Device Labeling Requirements
ISO 15223-1 Amendment Changes Medical Device Labeling Requirements
An amendment to ISO 15223-1 changes how the authorized representative is shown on medical device labels, affecting manufacturers inside and outside the EU.
VDA 2 Yellow Volume Updates Quality Management in Automotive Production
VDA 2 Yellow Volume Updates Quality Management in Automotive Production
The German automotive industry (VDA) has published the VDA 2 Yellow Volume, opening a public consultation on draft guidance for Production Process and Product Approval used across the global automotive supply chain, with feedback open until April 2, 2026.
ISO PAS 45007 Provides Guidance on Climate-Related OH&S Risks
ISO PAS 45007 Provides Guidance on Climate-Related OH&S Risks
ISO has published ISO/PAS 45007:2026, a new document that helps organizations address occupational health and safety risks linked to climate change and climate action.
BRCGS Opens Public Consultation for Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9
BRCGS Opens Public Consultation for Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9
BRCGS has opened a public consultation on Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9, inviting stakeholders to comment on the current version of the standard as part of the revision process toward the next issue.
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Launched, Replacing IAF and ILAC
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Launched, Replacing IAF and ILAC
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated officially began operations on January 1, 2026, establishing a single international accreditation body that
Global Method to Measure Low-Carbon Electricity Defined in PAS 247
Global Method to Measure Low-Carbon Electricity Defined in PAS 247
A new specification published by the British Standards Institution (BSI), PAS 247, establishes a common method to measure electricity produced by fossil-fuel power plants
ISO 29481 Part Two Defines Practical Digital Communication for BIM
ISO 29481 Part Two Defines Practical Digital Communication for BIM
ISO 29481-2:2025 has been officially published, setting out how practical digital communication can be implemented in building information modeling (BIM) and infrastructure projects, as well as in other asset-related use cases across all life cycle stages.
ISO 22544 Sets a Common Vocabulary For Laboratory Design
ISO 22544 Sets a Common Vocabulary For Laboratory Design
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22544:2025, an International Standard that defines a shared vocabulary for laboratory design to improve clarity and consistency in how laboratories are planned, built, and used. 
Upcoming IFS Local Food Safety Check Addresses Needs of Small-Scale Food Businesses
Upcoming IFS Local Food Safety Check Addresses Needs of Small-Scale Food Businesses
IFS is preparing to introduce IFS Local, a new food safety check designed for small-scale food processing businesses,
A Fresh Fit for Fashion as ISO Launches Global Clothing Size System
A Fresh Fit for Fashion as ISO Launches Global Clothing Size System
A recently published ISO standard, ISO 8559-2:2025, gives the global clothing size system a makeover by replacing national size labels with clear body measurements to support more consistent sizing worldwide.
ISO Publishes Two New Resources on Consumer Voices in AI and Emerging Technologies
ISO Publishes Two New Resources on Consumer Voices in AI and Emerging Technologies
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released two new resources aimed at strengthening the role of consumers in the standardization of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies.
ISO/TS 14064-4 Introduced to Support Greenhouse Gas Reporting
ISO/TS 14064-4 Introduced to Support Greenhouse Gas Reporting
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TS 14064-4, a new technical specification designed to help organizations apply ISO 14064-1 more consistently when measuring and reporting greenhouse gas emissions.
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