RvA Publishes Updated Accreditation Protocols for Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Healthcare IT Security

The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has issued new versions of three Specific Accreditation Protocols (SAPs).

TÜV Austria White Paper Details Trusted AI Framework for Safe and Certifiable Systems

TÜV Austria has released a new white paper presenting its Trusted AI Framework, a structured approach for evaluating and certifying artificial intelligence (AI) systems in safety-critical applications.

EU Acknowledges MSPO as Credible Sustainability Standard Supporting EUDR Compliance

The European Union (EU) has officially recognized the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification as a credible sustainability standard that supports compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

Jusheng International ready for Sedex SMETA 4-Pillar factory Audit

Jusheng International Industrial Co., Ltd., a Taiwanese manufacturer specializing in hand tools, has completed Sedex SMETA audit guidance with support from Leadership Consulting.

China Issues Rules to Refine Digital Labels for Pre-packaged Food

China has introduced detailed rules for the use of digital labels on pre-packaged food,

Indonesia Makes Halal Certification Compulsory for Imported Food and Beverages by 2026

Starting October 17, 2026, Indonesia will require halal certification for imported food and beverages,

UNI Releases UNI 11919 Part 2 Dedicated to Sustainability Reporting

The Italian national standards body UNI has released UNI 11919-2:2025, a new standard that defines processes for sustainability reporting and accountability.

Standards Australia Graduate Program Prepares Next Intake

Standards Australia is preparing its next Graduate Program intake, which will begin in February 2026.

Food Safety ConnectED Portal Invites Professionals to Mentor Students

The Food Safety ConnectED portal is inviting food safety professionals to join as mentors, helping students and educators connect with experienced experts in the field.

Luxembourg Forest Certification System Revised and Submitted for PEFC Assessment

The Luxembourg Forest Certification Scheme has been submitted to the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) for assessment.

FSC Opens Consultation on Safeguards for Indigenous Peoples in Isolation in Peru

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has opened a public consultation on a draft Advice Note for Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and in Initial Contact (IPVIIC) in Peru.

First in Scotland: NHS Tayside Audiology Accredited Under IQIPS Standard

NHS Tayside’s Audiology Department has become the first in Scotland to achieve accreditation under the Improving Quality in Physiological Services (IQIPS) standard from the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS).