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East African Community Proposes New Standard for Food Labeling
East African Community Proposes New Standard for Food Labeling
The Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) has released a draft general standard for the labeling of prepackaged foods under the East African Community (EAC) framework.
India Submits Revised Forest Scheme for PEFC Global Assessment
India Submits Revised Forest Scheme for PEFC Global Assessment
India’s updated national forest certification system has been submitted to the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) for review.
Germany Issues Two Key AI Standards for Autonomous Train Safety
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.
Korea Revises Food Labeling Rules to Prevent Waste and Expand Nutrition Requirements
Korea Revises Food Labeling Rules to Prevent Waste and Expand Nutrition Requirements
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has revised national food labeling rules to reduce waste from unsold export products, improve consistency, and expand nutrition label requirements.
Three Major Updates on UNI’s Obiettivo 9001 Platform Tracking ISO 9001 Revision
Three Major Updates on UNI’s Obiettivo 9001 Platform Tracking ISO 9001 Revision
The Italian national standardization body UNI has published new content on its Obiettivo 9001 platform, offering early insight into changes expected in the upcoming revision of ISO 9001.
ILNAS Sets Up New Cloud and Data Standards Commission, Updates Info and Comms Report
ILNAS Sets Up New Cloud and Data Standards Commission, Updates Info and Comms Report
Luxembourg’s standards body (ILNAS) has introduced its new National Standardization Commission (ILNAS/NSC 05) for Cloud and Data.
SCC Tightens Rules for Accrediting Standards Developers
SCC Tightens Rules for Accrediting Standards Developers
Canada’s national standards body (SCC) has updated the rules used to accredit organizations that develop National Standards of Canada (NSCs).
AFNOR Breaks Down Standard Revisions in Latest Newsletter, Experts Weigh In
AFNOR Breaks Down Standard Revisions in Latest Newsletter, Experts Weigh In
France’s national standardization body AFNOR has published issue no. 16 of its newsletter, focusing on the importance of standard revisions and highlighting current updates to major international standards like ISO 9001, ISO 22000, and ISO 45001.
Stronger Guidance for Food Waste Diagnosis Released in France
Stronger Guidance for Food Waste Diagnosis Released in France
The CTCPA, France’s Technical Center for the Conservation of Agricultural Products, has released an updated version of its guide for diagnosing food waste.
ANSI Seeks U.S. Experts to Help Shape Future Automation Standards
ANSI Seeks U.S. Experts to Help Shape Future Automation Standards
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is calling for experts to join the U.S. Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs) to ISO Technical Committee 184 and its subcommittees SC 4 and SC 5.
CSQ Opens Public Consultation on Revised Cannabis Safety and Quality Certification Program
CSQ Opens Public Consultation on Revised Cannabis Safety and Quality Certification Program
Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) has launched a public comment period for its newly revised certification program, aiming to simplify the process for cannabis operators across the supply chain.
NEMA Promotes Domestic Production with "Make It American" Certification Program
NEMA Promotes Domestic Production with "Make It American" Certification Program
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has introduced the "Make It American" certification program to help buyers identify products and factories meeting rules for domestic content under the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA).

Global News

Safer Airspace:  CEN Releases CWA 18150:2024 to Address Drone Misuse in Sensitive Areas
Safer Airspace: CEN Releases CWA 18150:2024 to Address Drone Misuse in Sensitive Areas
The new CWA 18150:2024 standard by CEN introduces a unified testing methodology for detecting, tracking, and identifying drones, 
C2C Certified Circularity Introduced to Boost Product Design Aligned with Circular Economy Goals
C2C Certified Circularity Introduced to Boost Product Design Aligned with Circular Economy Goals
The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has introduced C2C Certified Circularity, a new certification designed to encourage companies to create products aligned with circular economy principles.
BRCGS Publishes Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS Publishes Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released Issue 7 of its Global Standard for Packaging Materials, along with a Key Changes document, now available on their website and Participate platform.
ISO/IEC 27019:2024  just published
ISO/IEC 27019:2024 just published
ISO/IEC 27019 has been updated to enhance cyber security controls for energy utilities.
Global Standards Bodies Announce 2025 AI Standards Summit
Global Standards Bodies Announce 2025 AI Standards Summit
Three major organizations - IEC, ISO, and ITU - have announced the 2025 International AI Standards Summit as part of global efforts to standardize artificial intelligence, aligned with the Global Digital Compact.
ISO 45001 Revision Commences
ISO 45001 Revision Commences
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has initiated the revision of ISO 45001, the standard for occupational health and safety management systems.
IATF Issues Q&A and New Requirements for Rules 6th Edition
IATF Issues Q&A and New Requirements for Rules 6th Edition
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has released a Q&A document addressing certification bodies' questions about the 6th Edition of its Rules.
EC Approves PEFC Standards for RED II Renewable Energy Compliance
EC Approves PEFC Standards for RED II Renewable Energy Compliance
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has achieved a significant milestone with the European Commission’s recognition of its new standards for renewable energy.
ISO 22336 Provides New Guidelines for Organizational Resilience
ISO 22336 Provides New Guidelines for Organizational Resilience
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22336, offering guidelines for organizations to create resilience policies and strategies.
Three New Life Cycle Assessment Standards Released by ISO
Three New Life Cycle Assessment Standards Released by ISO
Three new ISO standards focused on life cycle assessment (LCA) have been published.
DIN Launches Pilot ISO Consultation on Resource-Efficient Software
DIN Launches Pilot ISO Consultation on Resource-Efficient Software
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has initiated a pilot consultation on resource-efficient software under a new ISO procedure.
Bluesign Label Guides Consumers to More Sustainable Fashion Choices
Bluesign Label Guides Consumers to More Sustainable Fashion Choices
Sustainability is now a major concern in the fashion industry, and the bluesign product label helps consumers make eco-friendly choices.
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