CEN Merges Postal and Logistics Committees into Expanded Transport Standardization Body

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is merging its postal services committee into its transport and logistics committee, creating a single body covering transport, logistics, and postal services.

PCA Opens Consultation On Draft Update To DAK-08 For Railway Inspection Body Accreditation

The Polish Centre for Accreditation (PCA) has opened a public consultation on a draft update of the DAK-08 document,

First ISO Smart Warehousing Standard Project Approved With Chinese Leadership

The first ISO international standard project dedicated to smart warehousing, ISO/NP 26205, has been officially approved, with Chinese organizations taking a leading role.

China Sets National Plan To Advance Modern Logistics Standardization

Six Chinese government bodies have jointly issued a national plan for modern logistics standardization covering 2025–2027,

Two Upcoming Standards Set to Complete EN 17860 Series for Safer Cargo Bikes

A full set of seven European standards in the EN 17860 series covering cargo bikes for transporting people and goods is close to completion.

Vietnam Adopts EN 13816 Public Transport Quality Standard

Vietnam has issued TCVN 14314:2025 on public passenger transport services,

Germany Issues Two Key AI Standards for Autonomous Train Safety

Germany has introduced two pivotal standards to guide the safe integration of artificial intelligence in fully automated rail transport.

Revised Danish DS 21001 Railway Standard Sharpens Focus on Safety and ISO Integration

Danish Standards has released DS 21001:2025, an updated national standard for railway safety management systems in infrastructure work.

SEK Creates New Committee for Electrified Transport to Meet Climate Goals

The Swedish Electrotechnical Standardization Commission (SEK) has created a new committee, SK 4 – Sustainable Electrified Transport, to advance Sweden’s sustainability goals in transportation.

ISRSM Holds First Session of Technical Committee for Intelligent Transport Systems

The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held the first session of its newly formed Technical Committee - TC for Intelligent Transport Systems (ISRSM TC 48) on December 12, 2024, at its headquarters.

Standard Norway Recruiting Experts for New Railway Standardization Committee

Standard Norway has announced the formation of a new committee to develop standards for railway infrastructure and rolling stock.

BSI Rolls Out New Road Condition Monitoring Standard to Keep UK Roads on Track

BSI has launched PAS 2161, a new specification to standardize the collection of road condition data across the UK.

FSSC 22000 Version 7 Updates Prerequisite Programs And Aligns With GFSI 2024

The Foundation FSSC has released Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 food safety management system certification scheme, introducing updated prerequisite programs (PRPs) and aligning the scheme with the 2024 Global Food Safety Initiative requirements. 

ISO Develops Carbon Credit Data Model Standard, Calls for Input

A new data model for carbon credit markets is being developed by ISO’s sustainable finance and financial services committees, with early input still open to stakeholders.

ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.

Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices

An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.

MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.

Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees

Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.

AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins

The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,

ISO 14064-5 Introduces Guidance For Remote Verification Of Greenhouse Gas Data

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 14064-5, which provides guidance on how to carry out verification and validation of greenhouse gas (GHG) data using remote techniques in digital environments.

ISO 9002 Revision Moves To Draft International Standard Stage

The revision of ISO 9002 has entered the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with ISO/TC 176/SC 2, the ISO subcommittee responsible for quality systems, advancing the project into formal consultation. 

ISO 37304 Compliance Management Certification Standard Advances to Final Draft Stage

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced ISO 37304 to the final draft international standard (FDIS) stage.

One Vote Tips Toward New Edition Of ISO/IEC 17065 Over Amendment

One vote has tipped the decision toward publishing a new edition of ISO/IEC 17065 instead of issuing a separate amendment, following a closely split ballot within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Is ISO 25500 a Solution to Supply Chain Data Challenges?

ISO 25500, a draft series of standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is presented by the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) as a possible way to address long-standing problems with unreliable data across global supply chains.