EU Expands Laboratory Oversight for Highest Risk In Vitro Diagnostic Devices

The European Union (EU) has expanded oversight of Class D in vitro diagnostic medical devices under Regulation (EU) 2017/746, known as the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR).

Danish Standards Launches Guide To Prepare Companies For Digital Product Passport

Danish Standards (DS) has launched a new guide to help companies prepare for upcoming EU requirements related to the Digital Product Passport (DPP).

Quality Austria and ÖVQ Announce Finalists for DACH Quality Awards 2026

Quality Austria and the Austrian Association for Quality Assurance (ÖVQ) have announced the finalists for the 2026 Quality Awards, recognizing leading professionals, young talents, and teams across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland).

BIS Seeks Public Feedback on Draft Standards for Medical Devices and Healthcare

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), through its Medical Equipment and Hospital Planning Department,

First ISO Smart Warehousing Standard Project Approved With Chinese Leadership

The first ISO international standard project dedicated to smart warehousing, ISO/NP 26205, has been officially approved, with Chinese organizations taking a leading role.

NATA Seeks Experts in Software as Medical Devices and AI for Human Pathology Advisory Committee

The National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA) is inviting expressions of interest to join its Human Pathology Accreditation Advisory Committee,

COSA Method Certification Debuts with CSQA as First Authorized Body

A new COSA Method certification has been introduced to measure and strengthen food safety culture in agri-food companies.

Korea Expands Safety Disclosure and Risk Rules Under Revised Occupational Safety Act

South Korea has adopted four major amendments to its Occupational Safety and Health Act,

SQF Institute Names Finalists for 2026 Excellence Awards

The SQF Institute has announced six finalists for its 2026 SQF Excellence Awards, recognizing professionals who advance food safety through auditing and site leadership under the Safe Quality Food program.

France Qualité Launches Project Group to Develop White Paper on Integrated CSR

France Qualité, a French association that promotes quality management and organizational performance,

ANSI And BSB Introduce ANSI Bharat Compliance Platform For Indian Market

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and BSB Edge, a compliance technology company serving regulated industries in India,

UNI Opens 20th Edition of Paolo Scolari Award with February 26 Deadline

The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has launched the 20th edition of the Paolo Scolari Award (Premio Paolo Scolari),

Safer Airspace: CEN Releases CWA 18150:2024 to Address Drone Misuse in Sensitive Areas

The new CWA 18150:2024 standard by CEN introduces a unified testing methodology for detecting, tracking, and identifying drones, 

C2C Certified Circularity Introduced to Boost Product Design Aligned with Circular Economy Goals

The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has introduced C2C Certified Circularity, a new certification designed to encourage companies to create products aligned with circular economy principles.

BRCGS Publishes Packaging Materials Issue 7

BRCGS has released Issue 7 of its Global Standard for Packaging Materials, along with a Key Changes document, now available on their website and Participate platform.

ISO/IEC 27019:2024 just published

ISO/IEC 27019 has been updated to enhance cyber security controls for energy utilities.

Global Standards Bodies Announce 2025 AI Standards Summit

Three major organizations - IEC, ISO, and ITU - have announced the 2025 International AI Standards Summit as part of global efforts to standardize artificial intelligence, aligned with the Global Digital Compact.

ISO 45001 Revision Commences

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has initiated the revision of ISO 45001, the standard for occupational health and safety management systems.

IATF Issues Q&A and New Requirements for Rules 6th Edition

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has released a Q&A document addressing certification bodies' questions about the 6th Edition of its Rules.

EC Approves PEFC Standards for RED II Renewable Energy Compliance

The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has achieved a significant milestone with the European Commission’s recognition of its new standards for renewable energy.

ISO 22336 Provides New Guidelines for Organizational Resilience

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22336, offering guidelines for organizations to create resilience policies and strategies.

Three New Life Cycle Assessment Standards Released by ISO

Three new ISO standards focused on life cycle assessment (LCA) have been published.

DIN Launches Pilot ISO Consultation on Resource-Efficient Software

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has initiated a pilot consultation on resource-efficient software under a new ISO procedure.

Bluesign Label Guides Consumers to More Sustainable Fashion Choices

Sustainability is now a major concern in the fashion industry, and the bluesign product label helps consumers make eco-friendly choices.