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Federal Prosecutors in Brazil Recognized with Top Certification for Gender Violence Prevention
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has awarded the National Council of the Public Prosecutor’s Office (CNMP) the highest category of the “Nós Por Elas” Seal, recognizing its efforts to prevent and combat violence against women.
Public Labs Across Brazil Can Now Join Inmetro’s ProdIQ Accreditation Program
Public institutions throughout Brazil can now voluntarily join the ProdIQ Program, which promotes the accreditation of testing and calibration laboratories and supports professional training.
Lagoa Dourada Recognized as Sustainable City by ABNT
Lagoa Dourada, a municipality of about 12,000 people in Minas Gerais, has been officially recognized as a Sustainable City by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT).
Argentina Updates Food Code, Including Precise Rules for Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Argentina has introduced three updates to its Food Code through joint resolutions published in the Official Gazette.
Brazil Publishes Key Standard to Manage Climate Change Risks
ABNT has published a new national standard to help organizations assess and respond to climate-related risks.
New FSC Standard Advances Sustainable Forest Management in Brazil
A new Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) standard for natural forests in Brazil will take effect on October 1, 2025, aiming to improve biodiversity protection, Indigenous rights, and small producer inclusion.
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.Global News
Work Begins on IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Safety Standard Update
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has begun work on updating IEC 60601-1, the core standard for the safety and essential performance of medical electrical equipment.
ISSB Proposes Updates to Three SASB Standards, Refining Sustainability Reporting in Agriculture, Food and Power
The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued a consultation on proposed amendments to three Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards to support alignment with IFRS S1 and IFRS S2,
FSC Proposes New Approach To Intact Forest Landscapes Protection
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched two public consultations on draft Advice Notes to strengthen how Intact Forest Landscapes (IFLs) are managed and protected.
VDA Releases Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd Revised Edition for Public Review
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) Quality Management Center (QMC) has released the Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd revised edition, opening a public feedback period until May 12, 2026.
Technical Guides Explain 2026 Updates to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Global certification body Bureau Veritas has released two technical guides on the revised versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001,
VDA 20 Guide on AI in Quality Management Opens for Feedback
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released VDA 20 – AI in Quality Management as a draft document and opened it for public feedback until June 30, 2026,
ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.
ISO 17024 Third Edition Published: Updated Rules For Certification Of Persons
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the third edition of ISO/IEC 17024,
ISO 12100 Machinery Safety Revision Stalls Over Risk Definition Dispute
The revision of ISO 12100, the core standard for machinery safety, remains unresolved following a negative international vote, with key disagreements, including on alignment with EU requirements.
Sweden Introduces CBAM Accreditation for Emissions Verifiers, Reflecting Broader Global Shift in Climate Data Assurance
The Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment (SWEDAC) has introduced a new accreditation area for organizations verifying emissions data under the
Youth Leadership Program Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Environmental Cohort
Applications are now open for the third cohort of the Environmental Management Youth Leadership Group (YLG 3.0), an initiative of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
