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NiNAS Recognized for Key Accreditation Standards by Continental and International Bodies
The Nigerian National Accreditation System (NiNAS) has achieved Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) status with the African Accreditation Cooperation (AFRAC) for six key accreditation standards.
TÜRKAK Introduces IFS Accreditation in Türkiye
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has officially begun offering accreditation services for the International Featured Standards (IFS),
NFST 2025 Conference Highlights Digital Transformation of Russian Standardization
The prominent Russian conference on standardization and digital technologies, NFST 2025, took place in Kazan on October 2–3.
Peru Hosts ISO/TC 176 Plenary and Quality Forum for Small Enterprises
Peru has become a global meeting point for quality management this week,
Italy Updates White Certificate Rules to Reward Energy Efficiency
Italy has revised its white certificates – the country’s main policy tool for promoting energy efficiency through tradable savings certificates.
JSA Updates Special Page on ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Revisions
The Japanese Standards Association (JSA) has renewed its dedicated web page providing the latest information on the ongoing revisions of
France Launches Voluntary Environmental Cost Label for Textile Products
France has introduced a new voluntary system for labeling the environmental cost of clothing, effective October 1, 2025.
Three Decades of Quality: Henkel Maribor Marks ISO 9001 Certification Milestone
Henkel Maribor has celebrated 30 years of ISO 9001 certification, reaffirming its long-term commitment to quality management and continuous improvement.
KS CASCO Reviews ISO 9001 Revision, Approves Serbian Translation of ISO 21500
KS CASCO, the Committee for Conformity Assessment and Quality Management under the Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS),
HZN Publishes New E-Newsletter, Major Conferences and Quantum Cybersecurity Highlighted
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) released the September 2025 edition of HZN e-Glasilo,
CEN Launches Development of EN 17483-5 on Health Security Services
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has begun work on EN 17483-5, a new standard focusing on health security services for the healthcare sector.
Horizon Europe Calls for Standardization Proposals, Several Closing in November
The European Commission is calling for project proposals that incorporate standardization activities under Horizon Europe, its main program for research and innovation.Global News
IFS released a complete review of their IFS Product and Food Defence Guideline (Version 2)
IFS has just released a complete review of their IFS Product and Food Defence Guideline (Version 2).
Seed Oil Free Certified Food Label Unveiled
The Seed Oil Free Alliance has introduced the "Seed Oil Free Certified" Standards and Certification Program in response to the widespread use of refined seed oils in the global food supply.
Standards support the implementation, testing and adoption of electronic health records
Standards support the implementation, testing, and adoption of electronic health records (EHRs).
Pirelli unveils world's first FSC-certified racing bicycle tyre
Pirelli has introduced the world's first FSC-certified racing bicycle tire, marking a significant step towards sustainable practices in the cycling industry.
CEN and CENELEC established a new coordination group on Hydrogen
The CEN and CENELEC Technical Boards have established a new Coordination Group on Hydrogen (CEN-CLC/COG H2) to ensure coherence across hydrogen-related standards.
New Consultation Opens for GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2024
GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) has opened a new consultation for its Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, inviting stakeholders to participate.
Crucial Ways to Avoid Greenwashing - SGS White Paper
To avoid greenwashing while verifying environmental claims, it is crucial to understand various greenwashing tactics, including hidden trade-offs, lack of proof, vagueness, false labels, irrelevance, and outright lies.
IAF Publishes 2023 MLA Report
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) published its 2023 Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) Report, detailing peer evaluation activities to ensure confidence in the IAF MLA.
New discussion platform for national technical working groups - GlobalGAP
The National Technical Working Groups (NTWGs) under GLOBALG.A.P. are local platforms that help adapt and implement GLOBALG.A.P. standards in specific countries.
FSSC 22000 Version 6 Updated to Include Critical Food Safety Parameters
The FSSC has released a new document interpreting the FSSC 22000 Version 6 standard, specifically regarding laboratory analyses for critical food safety parameters.
ISO 55000:2024 on Asset Management Vocabulary Published
The Standards Committee KS CASCO has announced the release of the updated ISO 55000:2024(en), "Asset Management — Vocabulary, Overview and Principles," effective from July 1, 2024.
