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ANAB Gains Global Recognition for Aerospace Quality Accreditation
The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has expanded its international recognition under the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) multilateral recognition agreement (MLA) to include the aerospace industry’s IAQG ICOP sub-scope, as of April 23, 2025.
First Hungarian Version of VDA 6.8 Supply Chain Guide Released
The first official Hungarian translation of VDA 6.8—a guide for auditing supply chain processes in the automotive industry—has been published.
Public Consultation Opens for BS 30480 Suicide Prevention Guide in the Workplace
A draft of BS 30480, a new British Standard offering guidance on suicide prevention, intervention, and support in the workplace, is open for public comment until July 16, 2025.
Luhua Group Receives First Clean Label Product Certification in China
Luhua Group has become the first company in China to earn Clean Label product certification from the China Quality Certification Centre (CQC).
Les Jardins du Cloître in Marseille Pursues ISO 20121 Certification for Sustainable Events
Les Jardins du Cloître, an eco-responsible bistronomic restaurant in Marseille,
Spain Revises UNE 19601 to Help Organizations Prevent Criminal Offenses
Spain has released a revised version of UNE 19601, a national standard for criminal compliance management.
Croatia Passes Peer Review, Remains in EA Multilateral Accreditation Agreement
The Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) has retained its status as a signatory to the European co-operation for Accreditation Multilateral Agreement (EA MLA),
EU Preparing Standards for AI Act Compliance on High-Risk Systems
Organizations that develop or use high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) systems will need to comply with the EU’s AI Act by August 2, 2026.
CEN Launches VeriFish Workshop to Improve Communication on Seafood Sustainability
CEN has launched a new Workshop called VeriFish to help organizations communicate more clearly about how seafood is produced and why it is sustainable.
Slovenia Invites Experts to Shape Four New International Standards
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) is inviting Slovenian professionals to contribute to the development of four new international and European standards in the fields of safety, digital product data, and sports equipment.
Abysalto Successfully Recertified to Six ISO Standards
Abysalto, , a Croatia-based provider of IT services and consulting, has successfully renewed its certifications for six ISO standards, confirming its ongoing commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, information security, and records management.
Thailand’s Standards Agency Passes Review by Asia Pacific Accreditation Body
Thailand’s national standards agency, (TISI), has successfully passed a peer evaluation by the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC),Global News
Applications Open for ISO Next Generation Award 2025
ISO has announced the opening of applications for the prestigious Next Generation Award 2025, which recognizes young professionals from ISO members championing sustainability-driven standardization and collaborative approaches.
OIML Marks 70th Anniversary with Special Logo in 2025
The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) will celebrate its 70th Anniversary in 2025, commemorating the signing of its Convention on October 12, 1955.
New Joint Committee for Smart and Sustainable Cities Proposed
A proposal for a new joint technical committee (JTC) under ISO and IEC focusing on Smart and Sustainable Cities and Communities has been submitted by AFNOR.
NIST Issues Three Standards to Secure Data Against Future Quantum Threats
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) finalized three quantum-resistant algorithm standards this summer, marking a major milestone in preparing for quantum-powered encryption threats.
SQF Food Safety Edition 10 to Be Released in July 2025
As 2025 begins, the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) has announced the release of SQF Edition 10 in July 2025, with implementation for auditing scheduled for the first half of 2026.
Revised FSC Ecosystem Services Procedure V2-0 Published to Highlight Positive Forest Management Impacts
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published an updated framework to demonstrate the positive impacts of sustainable forest management on ecosystems.
Report Highlights Role of Quality Infrastructure in Scaling Net Zero
A new report highlights how the Quality Infrastructure (QI) can accelerate the transition to net zero emissions.
Luxembourg Launches PCDS Platform to Strengthen Circular Economy Transparency
Luxembourg has unveiled its Product Circularity Data Sheet (PCDS) platform, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to ensure supply chain transparency by standardizing circular data of products.
GFSI Unveils Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024 to Enhance Food Safety Worldwide
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has launched its updated Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, setting a new standard for global food safety.
More Standards Needed for Greener Heavy Transport
Efforts to electrify heavy transport face significant challenges due to the absence of common standards.
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