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DIN and DKE Publish Whitepaper on Using SMART Standards to Simplify AI Testing
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) and the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic and Information Technologies (DKE) have published a whitepaper outlining how SMART Standards could
Bulgaria’s BAS Passes Re-Evaluation, Retains EA MLA Signatory Status
The Bulgarian Accreditation Service (BAS) has retained its signatory status under the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) Multilateral Agreement (MLA) after passing its latest peer re-evaluation.
SNAS Updates Accreditation Guidelines on Sanctions and Use of ICT
The Slovak National Accreditation Service (SNAS) has updated two accreditation guidelines covering sanctions and the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in audits and assessments.
Japan Begins Transition of ISO 14001 Auditor Qualifications, Sets April 2029 Deadline
The Japanese Registration of Certificated Auditors (JRCA) began accepting applications on October 1, 2026, to transition environmental management system (EMS) auditor qualifications to JIS Q 14001:2026.
RvA Gains European Recognition for EN ISO 20387 Biobank Accreditation
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has gained European recognition for its EN ISO 20387 biobank accreditation activity, after the standard was added to its European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) Multilateral Agreement (MLA) scope.
ReMade Gains European Accreditation Recognition With Accredia in Coordinating Role
The European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has recognized the ReMade certification scheme within the European accreditation system, with Accredia taking the lead in coordinating accreditation for the scheme across Europe.
How Denmark Is Implementing EmpCo Rules Against Greenwashing
Denmark tightened its green marketing rules on September 27 as the EU Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (EmpCo) Directive began applying across member states.
Taiwan Announces Narrower Mandatory Adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) and Ministry of Environment (MOENV) have narrowed the number of listed companies that will be required to apply the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards from about 1,970 to roughly 560.
Patrice Godonou and Digital Product Passports Committee Honored in SIS Annual Awards
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has named Patrice Godonou its 2026 Leader of the Year and TK 639 Digital Product Passports its Committee of the Year.
INACAL September Bulletin Highlights IAAC Assembly, Fishing Weighing Controls and Blueberry Standard
The National Institute of Quality (Inacal) has published its September 2026 Calidad bulletin, led by coverage of the 35th General Assembly of the Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation (IAAC) in Lima.
CTR Among First Organizations Certified to ISO/UNDP 53001
South Korean automotive components manufacturer CTR Co., Ltd. has become one of the first organizations worldwide to achieve certification ISO/UNDP 53001:2026,
BDS Updates Terms for Buying and Using Standards
The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) has updated its general terms for providing standards and services, clarifying how purchased standards may be used and the rules protecting copyright.Global News
21st International Standards Olympiad Held in Korea
The 21st International Standards Olympiad brought together 105 middle-and high-school students from 11 countries in the Republic of Korea for a three-day competition and hands-on experience with international standardization.
ISO Environmental Management Committee Seeks Global Input for 2027-30 Plan
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 207 (ISO/TC 207), Environmental management, has launched a global consultation to help set its priorities for 2027-30.
DIS Ballot for ISO 30401 Knowledge Management Revision Closes September 17
ISO 30401, the international standard for knowledge management systems, is currently at the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with voting on the proposed second edition due to close September 17, 2026.
IFS Publishes PPWR White Paper and Launches Self-Assessment as EU Rules Take Effect
International Featured Standards (IFS) has published a new PPWR white paper and launched a self-assessment tool as the first requirements of the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) took effect on August 12, 2026.
ISO 22000 Draft Approved With 98% Support, Comments Review Set for November
The revision of ISO 22000, the international standard for food safety management systems, has cleared its Draft International Standard (DIS) ballot with 98% positive votes.
ISO Approves Blockchain-as-a-Service Standard Project
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved ISO 25904, a new standard project to establish a common technical framework and functional requirements for Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) platforms.
IATF 16949 Second Edition Expected in Mid-2027 With Five Priorities Set
IATF 16949 is expected to reach its second edition in mid-2027, with five priorities set for the revision.
GHG Protocol Aligns Scope 2 and AMI Development for Future Joint ISO Standard
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) the results of its public consultation on the update to its Scope 2 Guidance and released preliminary feedback on the development of its Actions and Market Instruments (AMI) standard.
Risk Management Guidance for AI-Powered Medical Devices: First Edition of ISO/TS 24971-2 Released
ISO has released the first edition of ISO/TS 24971-2:2026, providing guidance on applying the ISO 14971 risk management process to machine learning-enabled medical devices (MLMDs).
Revised ISO 19008 Expands Cost Coding System to Lower Carbon Energy
ISO 19008 has been revised to extend its common system for organizing and comparing cost data to lower carbon energy as well as oil and gas.
GLOBALG.A.P. Farm Assurance and Social Practice Standards Set for September Update
Agraya has announced that it will publish GLOBALG.A.P. Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) v6.1 Smart and GLOBALG.A.P. Risk Assessment on Social Practice (GRASP) v2.1 on September 1, 2026.
