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Saudi Accreditation Center Earns IAF Recognition for Product, Process, and Service Certification
Saudi Accreditation Center Earns IAF Recognition for Product, Process, and Service Certification
The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) received international recognition from the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) for its accreditation activities under ISO/IEC 17065:2012, which covers the certification of products, processes, and services.
SAAC Gains IAF Recognition for ISO 17065 and ISO 27001, Expanding Accreditation to Eight Areas
SAAC Gains IAF Recognition for ISO 17065 and ISO 27001, Expanding Accreditation to Eight Areas
The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) has received new international recognition from the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) for accrediting certification bodies under ISO 17065 and ISO 27001,
Alshaya Food Successfully Transitions to FSSC 22000 Certification
Alshaya Food Successfully Transitions to FSSC 22000 Certification
Alshaya Food, based in Saudi Arabia, has officially transitioned from HACCP to FSSC 22000 certification as of May 2025.
Saudi Arabia Ensures Water Quality Through ISO 17025 Accredited Labs, Case Study Shows
Saudi Arabia Ensures Water Quality Through ISO 17025 Accredited Labs, Case Study Shows
Saudi Arabia is improving water quality through accreditation of 16 Saudi Water Authority (SWA) laboratories to ISO/IEC 17025.
Saudi National Center for Environmental Compliance Accredited to ISO 17020
Saudi National Center for Environmental Compliance Accredited to ISO 17020
The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) has granted an accreditation certificate in the field of inspection to the National Center for Environmental Compliance Control.
IFHAB Meeting in Saudi Arabia Focuses on Halal Standards and Integration
IFHAB Meeting in Saudi Arabia Focuses on Halal Standards and Integration
Saudi Arabia hosted the annual meeting of the General Assembly of the Islamic Forum for Halal Accreditation Bodies (IFHAB) on December 18, 2024, in Makkah.
Saudi Electricity Company Earns Hayyak Quality Certificate
Saudi Electricity Company Earns Hayyak Quality Certificate
The Saudi Electricity Company has been awarded the prestigious Hayyak Quality Certificate for its beneficiary service centers.
SASO’s Eighth Standards Forum Explores Advanced Technologies and Sustainable Transport
SASO’s Eighth Standards Forum Explores Advanced Technologies and Sustainable Transport
The Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization (SASO) held its Eighth Standards Forum in Riyadh in celebration of World Standards Day.
Saudi Arabia Invites Global Experts to Quality Conference on Advanced Technologies
Saudi Arabia Invites Global Experts to Quality Conference on Advanced Technologies
The Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization (SASO) is hosting its ninth National Quality Conference,
Saudi Arabia Prescribes Switch to USB-C Port for All Electronic Devices
Saudi Arabia Prescribes Switch to USB-C Port for All Electronic Devices
Starting January 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will require all mobile phones and electronic devices sold in the kingdom to feature USB Type-C charging ports.

Global News

IAF and ILAC Replaced at Year End as New Global Accreditation Body Takes Over
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
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
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 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 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
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.
ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles
ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 54002:2025, a new guidance document to help police organizations apply the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 in their operations.
Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
The 2025 update of ISO 27701 marks a major shift in privacy management, turning the standard into a fully independent, certifiable framework.
Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7
Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7
The Foundation FSSC has started developing Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 certification scheme.
PIC/S and EMA Seek Feedback on Pharmaceutical Quality System in GMP Guide
PIC/S and EMA Seek Feedback on Pharmaceutical Quality System in GMP Guide
The Pharmaceutical Inspection Co-operation Scheme (PIC/S) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have launched a joint consultation on
GM and Stellantis Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949 Certification
GM and Stellantis Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949 Certification
General Motors and Stellantis have both issued updates to their customer-specific requirements (CSRs) under the automotive quality management standard IATF 16949.
Two Decades as Cornerstone of Information Security Management: ISO 27001 Turns 20
Two Decades as Cornerstone of Information Security Management: ISO 27001 Turns 20
The international standard ISO/IEC 27001 has turned 20, continuing to serve as the main global reference for information security management systems (ISMS).
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