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ILNAS Opens Revision of Laboratory Information Security Standard
The Luxembourg Institute of Standardisation, Accreditation, Safety, and Quality of Products and Services (ILNAS) has launched a public call for participation in the revision of the national standard ILNAS 107:2020,
France Prepares Transition to Revised ISO 17020 Standard
The French Accreditation Committee (Cofrac) is preparing accredited inspection bodies for the transition to the revised ISO/IEC 17020 standard following its publication on March 27, 2026.
EA Updates Guidance for Assessing Point-of-Care Testing Under EN ISO 15189
European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has published a revised version of EA-4/20, updating how laboratories and accreditation bodies assess point-of-care testing (POCT) under EN ISO 15189:2022.
Spring 2026 ‘ANSI in China’ Newsletter Highlights Standards and Policy Developments
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has published the Spring 2026 edition of its ANSI in China Newsletter in English and Chinese.
Standards Australia Opens Applications for 2027 NEXTgen Program
Standards Australia has opened expressions of interest for its 2027 NEXTgen Program, which gives emerging professionals hands-on experience in standards development through committee participation, training, and industry collaboration.
Brazil First in Latin America With EUDR-Aligned FSC Risk Assessment
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published a revised Risk Assessment for Brazil that became effective on April 28, 2026,
UNI Honors 2026 Paolo Scolari Award Winners for Contributions to Standardization
The Italian National Unification Body (UNI) has announced the winners of the 2026 Paolo Scolari Award, recognizing individuals who made significant contributions to technical standardization, quality infrastructure, and the promotion of standards culture in Italy and Europe.
Peru Adopts ISO 14001:2026 as National Standard
The National Institute of Quality (Inacal) has approved the Peruvian standard NTP-ISO 14001:2026, adopting the latest edition of ISO 14001 to strengthen environmental management practices across organizations in the country.
Korea Accreditation Board Updates ISO 19443 Nuclear Supply Chain Certification Rules
The Korea Accreditation Board (KAB) has revised its certification scheme requirements for ISO 19443, introducing updated rules for certification bodies auditing quality management systems (QMS) in the nuclear supply chain.
Australia and Canada Open Applications for IEC Young Professionals Programme 2026
Standards Australia (SA) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) have opened applications for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Young Professionals Programme 2026,
Vietnam Sets Transition Dates for ISO/IEC 17020:2026
The National Accreditation Bureau of Vietnam (BoA) has announced the transition schedule for ISO/IEC 17020:2026, the new edition of the conformity assessment standard for inspection bodies replacing ISO/IEC 17020:2012.
ISO 59020 Revision Starts With Indian Experts in Prominent Roles
Work has officially started within ISO/TC 323 Working Group 3 on revising ISO 59020, the international standard for measuring and assessing circularity performance.Global News
CSQ Releases Cannabis Standards for Retail and Warehousing & Distribution, Updates Supplements
Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) has released new safety and quality standards for retail, warehousing and distribution, along with updated requirements for dietary supplement products.
China’s Zenith-Ward Pathfinders Team Wins Top Award at International Standards Olympiad
The 20th International Standards Olympiad, organized by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS),
EASI Model Becomes First Sustainability Governance Scheme Accredited by Accredia
The EASI Model has been introduced as the first governance scheme accredited by Accredia and open to independent certification.
Core Medical Device Safety Standard IEC 60601-1 Overhaul Puts Software, Connectivity and AI in Focus
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has launched a major revision of its foundational medical device safety standard, IEC 60601-1.
Geneva Meeting on Global Plastic Pollution Treaty Ends Without Agreement
The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) met in Geneva from August 5 to 15 to finalize a global, legally binding treaty on plastic pollution.
IAF Issues Framework for Tackling Risks of Counterfeit Certificates
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released IAF ID 17:2025, a new informative document that provides a framework for managing risks related to counterfeit certificates.
SGS Launches Guidances to Support Transition to New Versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
SGS has released two new guidance resources to help organizations prepare for the upcoming revisions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, both scheduled for release in 2026.
Revised ISO 30500 Standard Boosts Sustainable Sanitation in Non-Sewered Areas
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a revised version of ISO 30500, the international standard for non-sewered sanitation systems.
ISO 22002 PRP Standards on Food Safety Overhauled With New Umbrella and Sectoral Updates
The ISO 22002-100:2025 standard on prerequisite programmes (PRPs) for food safety introduces a common framework for hygiene and safety practices across the food, feed, and packaging supply chain, forming the new foundation of the ISO 22002 series.
DAkkS Submits Formal Legal Fixes to GLOBAC Code of Conduct and Governance Documents
The German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) has formally submitted its proposed amendments to the GLOBAC Code of Conduct, Constitution, and General Rules, aiming to eliminate legal barriers preventing its accession.
ISO 9001 Revision Shall Reach Ballot Stage
The revision of ISO 9001 has reached a new milestone, as the Draft International Standard (DIS) is set to enter a 12-week ballot period.
