Inside UKAS’s Digital Transformation of Accreditation

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is undertaking a major digital transformation to modernize how accreditation is delivered and managed.

Standards Australia Offers Free Battery Safety Guide to Boost Clean Energy Transition

Standards Australia released SA TS 5398:2025, Electrical Energy Storage Equipment – Safety Requirements, a new technical specification available for free through the Standards Australia Store.

Accessibility, Smart Cities, and New Translations Showcased in Autumn Issue of SIST e-Sporočila

The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) released the autumn edition of its online magazine e-Sporočila, which explores how standards shape accessibility, sustainability, and innovation in society.

Standards That Help Tackle the Growing Problem of Trash in Space

As Earth’s orbit becomes increasingly crowded with defunct satellites, rocket parts, and collision fragments, the need for global standards to manage space debris has become urgent.

SCC News: Annual Report, Big Anniversary and Latest Newsletter

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) marked a week of milestones, releasing its 2024–2025 Annual Report, celebrating its 55th anniversary, and launching the newest edition of its SCC Horizons newsletter.

UNI’s Obiettivo 9001 Platform Adds Two Articles Explaining Key Points and New Features in ISO 9001 Revision

Two new resources explaining the main updates in ISO/DIS 9001 have been released by the Italian Organization for Standardization (UNI) on its Obiettivo 9001 platform.

Nationwide Quality Month Campaign in China Continues with CQC Participation

The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) is continuing its nationwide activities for the 48th National Quality Month under the theme “Embracing Innovation and Green Growth, Safeguarding Quality.”

Inmetro Prepares Launch of New Metris Journal, Invites Submissions on Quality Infrastructure

The National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology (Inmetro) in Brazil is preparing to launch Metris, a new scientific journal dedicated to Quality Infrastructure (QI).

How INEN Label Certification System Strengthens Ecuador’s National Industry

The Ecuadorian Service for Standardization (INEN) operates a voluntary Label Certification System that supports national manufacturers of textiles, footwear, and leather goods in meeting Andean labeling regulations.

QI Digital Forum 2025 in Berlin Highlights Shift Toward Digital Quality Infrastructure

The QI Digital Forum 2025, held on October 8 and 9 in Berlin, focused on how a digital quality infrastructure (QI) can accelerate innovation in Germany.

By Light Earns Cybersecurity CMMC Level 2 Certification Across Enterprise

By Light Professional IT Services has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 across its entire organization,

CNAS Prepares Random Supervision of Accredited Laboratories and Inspection Bodies for 2025

The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) will soon begin a round of random supervision for accredited laboratories and inspection bodies in 2025.

IEC TS 60255-216-1 Standardizes Communication for Smart Grid Protection Devices

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has published a new standard that sets common rules for how protection devices in the power grid communicate digitally so they can work together reliably.

Addressing Biometric Fraud in Identity Documents With New ISO 20059

A new international standard, ISO/IEC 20059, has been launched to strengthen biometric systems against morphing attacks.

Global Report by Standards Australia and ISO Maps 1,122 Environmental Standards

Standards Australia and the ISO have launched the first edition of the Global Environmental Data Standards Mapping report,

International Young Professionals Gather in Germany for DKE Camp on Smart Cities

The DKE Young Professionals Camp 2025 brought together 18 young experts from 18 countries to explore how standards can foster innovation and sustainability, with smart cities as a central example.

IEEE SA Launches Interactive Platform for Popular Standards

The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA), which operates under the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), has launched the Interactive Standards (IS) platform.

FSC Launches Survey on Revision of Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is revising its Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders and is calling for input through a public survey open until October 2, 2025.

ISO 9001 Revision: Draft International Standard Published, Public Inquiry Starts

The Draft International Standard (DIS) of ISO 9001 was published on August 27, 2025, moving the revision of the world’s most widely adopted quality management system standard into the inquiry phase.

QEC Global Becomes First Oxebridge Q001 Certification Body

Quality Evaluation Center (QEC Global) of Portugal has become the world’s first accredited certification body to offer Oxebridge Q001 certification services.

Global Standard Launches Consultation on New Responsible Textile Standard GRTS

Global Standard has launched the public consultation for a new voluntary sustainability framework, the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS).

Draft ISO 45010 Guidance on Menstruation and Menopause in the Workplace Open for Comment

A draft international standard, ISO/DIS 45010, has been released for public consultation to guide workplaces in supporting employees through menstruation and menopause.

Global Rules for Plant-Based Food Labeling Laid Out in New ISO 87000

The growing global demand for plant-based foods has led to the publication of ISO 8700:2025,

Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM

The latest part of the ISO 19650 series, ISO 19650-6:2025, sets out how health and safety information should be shared and used throughout the life cycle of buildings and infrastructure.