Three Finalists Unveiled for 2025 NATA Excellence Award

The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) has announced the three finalists for its 2025 NATA Excellence Award,

Digital Transformation and Smart Standards Take Center Stage in USNC Current Spring 2025 Edition

The Spring 2025 edition of the USNC Current, published by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the U.S. National Committee (USNC) of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC),

Germany Starts Countdown to 50 Years of Standardization Treaty With New Campaign

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has started the countdown to the 50th anniversary of the Standards Agreement between the Federal Republic of Germany and DIN,

Corporate Culture Tops Agenda at North German Quality Day in Hamburg

At the North German Quality Day conference in Hamburg, participants rated corporate culture and leadership as far more important than standards and rules, suggesting a possible shift in thinking within quality management.

Geriatric Health Centers of Graz Win 30th Austrian State Prize for Corporate Quality

The Geriatric Health Centers of the City of Graz won the 2025 State Prize for Corporate Quality, Austria’s highest award for corporate excellence.

Hae Fa Textile Earns GRS 4.0 Certification for Sustainability

Hae Fa Textile has successfully obtained Global Recycled Standard (GRS) Version 4.0 certification, demonstrating its dedication to sustainable practices and responsible production.

CNAS Showcases 12 Typical Cases of How Accreditation Empowers SMEs

The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) has highlighted 12 typical examples of how accreditation is helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) grow and innovate.

Polish Committee for Standardization Warns of Unauthorized Use of Its Trademarks

The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has issued a warning about the unauthorized use of its trademarks, including its logo, on stamps and documents circulated by third parties.

UK Outlines When Mandatory Non-EU Labeling Will Apply

The United Kingdom has outlined how it will implement mandatory "Not for EU" labeling on certain products sold domestically.

UNI Invites Input on Turning Recycling Verification Practice Into a Formal Standard

UNI is inviting market participants to share their experiences with UNI/PdR 88:2020,

Corporate Sustainability: UNI and Accredia Publish Guide for Reliable Reporting

UNI and Accredia have released a new brochure to help companies prepare transparent and trustworthy sustainability reports.

Spain Reaffirms Leadership in Essential Oils With New ISO Standard Initiatives

Spain continued to demonstrate its leadership in the ISO/TC 54 Essential Oils committee by launching initiatives for three new standards and the revision of one existing standard.

ISO Proposes New Standard for Describing and Sharing Carbon Credit Data

A new proposal for the ISO/TS 32214 standard has been submitted to the ISO Technical Committee on Sustainable Finance (ISO/TC 322), aiming to create a common reference data model for describing and identifying carbon credit projects and units.

ISO Health Informatics Committee Launches Official LinkedIn Channel

The ISO Technical Committee on Health Informatics, ISO/TC 215, has launched its official LinkedIn page to connect professionals in digital health, standards, and data sharing.

Seven Pillars for Event Standards: New ISO Committee Proposed

A new ISO Technical Committee has been proposed for the international events industry.

Cutting-Edge Technologies Drive Urgent Creation of New Safety Standards

As cutting-edge technologies like AI, robotics, and 3D printing rapidly evolve, standards organizations are working urgently to develop new safety guidelines.

GLOBALG.A.P. Tests New Stakeholder-Created Environmental Solution on Farms

GLOBALG.A.P.'s new environmental sustainability solution is now being tested in real-world farm settings across Europe.

Revised SR10 Standard Strengthens Global Framework for Social Responsibility and ESG Integration

The SR10 standard for social responsibility and sustainable development helps organizations embed ethical, social, and environmental goals into their operations.

ISO 9001 Revision Moves Closer to Public Review Stage After April Meeting

The ISO working group ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, responsible for revising ISO 9001, met online on April 28, 2025, to address and resolve some of the remaining comments on the second committee draft.

Public Consultation Opens for Draft Revision of ISO 9000 Standard

The draft version of ISO 9000—covering fundamentals and vocabulary for quality management—is now open for public consultation ahead of its planned update.

FSSC 24000 Guidance Released for Managing Complaints and Grievances

The Foundation FSSC has published a new guidance document under the FSSC 24000 certification scheme, offering a structured approach for handling complaints and grievances from workers and other stakeholders.

IFS Launches New ESG Compliance Check to Tackle Supply Chain Risks

IFS has introduced the IFS ESG Compliance Check, a tool designed to help companies manage environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks in their supply chains.

SA8000 Overhaul Centers on Worker Rights, Privacy and Living Wages

The SA8000 standard on workplace social accountability is undergoing a major revision, with the new SA8000:2026 expected to be finalized by the end of next year.

ISO Developing Malnutrition Care Standard for Hospitals in Developing Countries

A new international standard is being developed to help hospitals in developing countries better prevent, detect, and treat malnutrition—a condition affecting nearly half of all hospital patients worldwide.