BIS Invites Indian Experts to Shape ISO Environmental Standards Review

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched the systematic review of 12 environmental standards, and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is inviting Indian experts to help shape the country’s position in this international process.

Europe Develops Standard on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is developing a new standard on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to align how producer responsibility systems are applied across EU countries and reduce barriers for companies operating in multiple markets.

SIST Invites Entrepreneurs to Free Seminar on Using Standards for Market Entry

The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) is hosting a free seminar to help entrepreneurs place products on the market with fewer risks and fewer barriers.

Pivovarna Laško Union Wins Two Sustainability Recognitions

Pivovarna Laško Union has been named ESG Champion of Slovenia 2025 and has also received a five star Green Star certificate, two national recognitions linked to its sustainability performance.

HZN First 2026 Newsletter Highlights Appointment of New Director

The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has released the first 2026 issue of issue of HZN e-glasilo, its official e-newsletter,

High Interest Across Europe As EN 18286 AI Management Standard Draws Over 1,000 Comments

A forthcoming European management system standard for artificial intelligence, EN 18286, aimed at quality management systems for high-risk AI systems, has attracted more than 1,000 comments during its public consultation.

Indian Government Extends Quality Certification Fee Concessions For Small Firms By Three Years

India’s government will extend fee concessions for quality certification by three years to support small and medium enterprises and strengthen its manufacturing base.

China Launches Global AI Standards Library And Terminology Database

China has officially introduced a global artificial intelligence standards library and a global AI terminology database, consolidating key standards and definitions to support the development and coordination of AI standardization work.

Inacal Clarifies Only Certificates With Its Symbol Are Officially Accredited In Peru

Peru’s National Institute of Quality has clarified that only ISO certificates bearing its accreditation symbol are officially recognized under its national accreditation system.

Zaire Garcia Wins Terry Burgess Assessor of the Year Award

Zaire Garcia has won the Ninth Annual Terry Burgess Assessor of the Year Award from the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) for his leadership in assessments and strong commitment to mentoring others.

UNI Establishes Technical Commission on Governance and Compliance

The Italian standards body has created UNI/CT 062, to strengthen the link between governance and compliance and align national work with international standards.

EU Creates First Voluntary Framework For Certifying Permanent Carbon Removals

The European Union (EU) has adopted its first voluntary framework for permanent carbon removals, setting EU-wide rules for how carbon dioxide removals are measured, verified, and certified.