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Inmetro Expands Brazil’s Quality Infrastructure With 15 New Projects in 2025
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology (Inmetro) is making major investments to upgrade Brazil’s quality infrastructure, especially in remote regions where only 15% of the market is currently under surveillance.
Brazil Unveils ABNT NBR 17225, Standard to Ensure Digital Accessibility
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) introduced ABNT NBR 17225, a new standard aimed at ensuring websites and digital applications are accessible to all, including people with disabilities or temporary limitations.
Argentina's Largest Music Festival Cosquín Rock Partners With IRAM to Verify Its Carbon Footprint
For the second consecutive year, Cosquín Rock, Argentina's largest music festival, has partnered with with IRAM to verify its carbon footprint.
Open Call for ICT Standardization Experts in Five Countries Under GIST Project
An open call has been launched to recruit experts in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) standardization for the Global Partnership for Human-Centric ICT Standardization Project (GIST).
INTI Laboratories Certified by International Olive Council for Olive Oil Quality Testing
The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) has been certified by the International Olive Council (IOC) for its competence in physicochemical analysis of olive oil.
Inmetro Launches Artificial Intelligence Center to Boost Metrology and Technological Innovation in Brazil
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology (Inmetro) has established the Artificial Intelligence Center (CIAI) to enhance metrology and technological innovation in Brazil.
ABNT Recertifies Pindamonhangaba as a Smart and Resilient City
On February 20, 2025, the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) recertified Pindamonhangaba under the ABNT ISO 37122 – Smart City and ABNT ISO 37123 – Resilient City standards.
First Brazilian Company Certified for Combating Violence Against Women
Versátil Andaimes, a company based in Paraná, has become the first in Brazil to receive the Nós por Elas/ABNT Seal, certifying its commitment to best practices in combating violence against women.
INTI Earns Accreditation in Legal Metrology
The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) has received accreditation from the Argentine Accreditation Body (OAA), authorizing it to certify all metrological controls on measuring instruments regulated by Law 19511.
Inmetro Offers Exclusive License for Nanocarbon Technology to Drive Decarbonization
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) and the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) have announced an exclusive licensing opportunity for a new technology that converts lignin, a common waste product in paper and biofuel production, into nanocarbon.
ABNT Launches Updated ESG Guidelines Adding Sustainable Use of Oceans and Materiality
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) is in the process of modernizing its ESG guidelines, expanding ABNT PR 2030 into a four-part series.
Argentina’s INTI Develops AI Method to Assess Olive Oil Quality
The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) in Argentina has developed a new artificial intelligence method to determine the quality of virgin, extra virgin, and lampante (not for consumption) olive oils.Global News
ISO 13485 Under Review as Industry Prepares for Potential Revision
The international standard for medical device quality systems, ISO 13485:2016, has entered its mandatory five-year systematic review, which concluded on June 5, 2025.
IFS Updates Doctrines for Logistics 3 and Broker 3.2 Standards
IFS has released updated versions of the IFS Logistics 3 Doctrine and IFS Broker 3.2 Doctrine.
Global Consultation Opens on ISO 32212 for Net Zero Transition in Finance
ISO has launched a global public consultation on ISO/DIS 32212, a draft international standard that offers financial institutions a unified, credible framework for developing net zero transition plans.
Quality Awards Spotlight Global Excellence at Quality Live 2025
Quality Live 2025, held in London on June 19, brought together nearly 500 professionals for a high-level conference and awards ceremony.
Enhancing Forensic Investigation With ISO 21043 Standards Series
A new set of international standards shows how standardization can improve the quality and reliability of hands-on work such as forensic investigation.
Stellantis Releases New Customer-Specific Requirements for Use With IATF 16949
Stellantis has released a new set of Customer-Specific Requirements (CSRs) for use with IATF 16949, replacing earlier documents from its various divisions.
BRICS Meeting on Standardization Ends With Signing of Brasilia Declaration
The national standardization bodies of BRICS concluded their first in-person meeting under Brazil’s presidency with the signing of the Brasilia Declaration.
Two New Environmental Management Standards Published by ISO and IEC
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have released two new standards—ISO/TS 14076 and IEC 82474-1—
Producer Responsibility Standard Under Development
Sweden will lead the creation of a new global standard on producer responsibility, with the work coordinated by the Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS).
Codex Committee on General Principles Meets in Lille to Discuss Updates to Procedural Manual
Delegates from around the world gathered in Lille, France from June 2 to 6 for the 34th Session of the Codex Committee on General Principles (CCGP34), where they discussed proposed updates to the Codex Alimentarius Procedural Manual.
Preventing Ageism and Scams in Digital Economy: New ISO 25556 Aims to Protect Older People
A new international standard by ISO has been launched to help governments, businesses, and service providers build a digital economy that is fair and accessible to older adults.
