DAkkS Membership in Global ACI Hinges on Statute Changes and EA Conditions

The German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) attended the April 2026 mid-term meeting of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) in Prague as an observer while negotiations continue over a possible future membership in the new international accreditation organization.

IVDR May 26 Deadline Closes In for Class C Diagnostic Device Manufacturers

Manufacturers of medium-to-high risk Class C in-vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDs) face a May 26, 2026 European Union deadline to formally apply under the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation (IVDR).

PSQ Week 2026 Begins May 18 With Quality Events Across Industries

The Philippine Society for Quality (PSQ) will hold PSQ Week 2026, its annual quality-focused celebration and learning program, from May 18-22 under the theme “57 Years of Filipino Excellence: Driving Quality Across Industries”. 

Italy Opens Consultation on Food Traceability Certification Rules

The Italian National Unification Body (UNI) has opened a public consultation on a new reference practice that would define how accredited certification bodies assess traceability systems in agri-food supply chains under UNI EN ISO 22005:2008.

Large Danish Companies Face ISO 50001 Certification Deadline

The Danish Standards (DS) is warning companies to prepare for new legal energy management requirements that take effect in Denmark by August 1.

WMDA Earns Accreditation for Global Stem Cell Donor Certification

The World Marrow Donor Association (WMDA) has been accredited by the Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA), allowing the organization to certify stem cell donor registries and transplant coordination services under internationally recognized requirements. 

German Translation of ISO 9001 Climate Audit Guidance Published

The ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group (APG) has published a German translation of its “Auditing Climate Change Issues” paper,

Inacal Recertified to ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Standard

The National Institute of Quality (Inacal) has been recertified to the 2016 edition of ISO 37001, confirming that anti-bribery controls remain in place across key metrology and technical services tied to measurement, testing, and standards activities in Peru.

Europe Publishes First Harmonized Standards for Digital Product Passports Under ESPR

CEN and CENELEC have published the first harmonized European standards developed to support digital product passports (DPPs) under the European Union’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

INAB Spring 2026 Newsletter Spotlights European Peer Evaluation

The Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB) has published its Spring 2026 newsletter,

How the Digital Omnibus Agreement Revises AI Act Timeline and Standards Plans

The European Union (EU) has reached a provisional agreement on the Digital Omnibus package, a planned update to the AI Act that includes

CPSC Opens Consultation on Counterfeit Safety Certification Marks

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on counterfeit certification marks used on consumer products,

IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has established a new legal entity, IATF AISBL, marking a shift from its previous structure as an ad hoc group of automotive manufacturers and their national industry associations.

Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey

Harper Adams University is inviting professionals across the food chain to take part in a survey on ISO 20001, a proposed international management system standard designed to help organisations systematically reduce food loss and waste.

GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls

Global Standard has released Version 8.0 of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS),

Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand

The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.

BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe

BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.

Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10

When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.

Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System

The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.

ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is conducting a systematic review of ISO 14091 to determine whether it still meets the needs of organizations addressing climate change risks.

Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies

The 2026 revision of ISO/IEC 17020 introduces structural and conceptual updates that will affect how inspection bodies operate, particularly in areas such as independence, impartiality, complaints handling, and management systems.

IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2

IFS has released Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2 to support auditors in delivering more consistent, high quality and effective audits across all IFS Standards.

TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services

TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party testing, inspection and certification sector,

ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14092:2026, a new International Standard that sets clear requirements and guidance for climate change adaptation planning by local governments and communities.