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How ISO 31031 on School Trip Safety Earned SCC’s Joël Marier a Prestigious Award
For his leadership in the creation of a global safety standard for youth and school travel,
ANSI Seeks Input on New ISO Committee for Courier Services
ANSI is calling for public comments by May 16 on a proposal to create a new ISO Technical Committee for courier services, covering express delivery of letters and parcels.
Canada Launches Accreditation Program for Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Certification bodies in Canada can now offer trusted assurance for ethical AI use, thanks to a new accreditation program launched by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC).
ANSI Seeks Input on Proposed ISO Committee for Pet Products
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is calling for public comments by April 11 on a proposal to create a new ISO Technical Committee focused on safety standards for pet products.
Canada Invites Young Professionals to Apply for 2025 IEC Programme
Applications are now open for Canada’s spot in the 2025 IEC Young Professionals Programme, which offers one selected participant the chance to represent the country at the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) annual workshop and General Meeting in New Delhi, India, from September 15 to 19, 2025.
GLOBALG.A.P. Releases Version 2.1 of Add-On for U.S. Produce Safety Compliance
The latest version of the GLOBALG.A.P. FSMA Produce Safety Rule (PSR) add-on, version 2.1, was published on January 7, 2025, and will replace version 2.0 for all audits starting April 7, 2025.
NIST Seeks Public Input on Draft Guidance for 5G Cybersecurity
NIST’s National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) is asking for public comments on its draft Executive Summary outlining key recommendations for securing 5G networks.
AeroFlexx Earns ISO Certifications for Quality Management and GMP in Cosmetics
AeroFlexx, a packaging and containers manufacturing company from West Chester, Ohio, has achieved ISO 9001 certification for quality management and ISO 22716 certification for good manufacturing practices (GMP) in cosmetic production.
Canada Launches New Accreditation for Cyber Security Certification Program
Canada has introduced a new accreditation for organizations that provide cyber security checks under the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification (CPCSC).
ANAB Honors Robert Yencha with Terry Burgess Assessor Award
The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has awarded Robert 'Bob' Yencha the 8th Annual Terry Burgess Assessor of the Year Award for his dedication to conformity assessment and mentorship.
Creaform Earns ISO 27001, ISO 14001, and TISAX, Reaching Five Certifications
Creaform, a global provider of 3D measurement solutions and an AMETEK Inc. company, has achieved ISO 27001, ISO 14001, and TISAX certifications, reinforcing its commitment to information security, environmental management, and industry-specific security standards.
NIST Highlights Role of Standards in Digital Twin Interoperability, Cybersecurity, and Trust
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released Internal Report (IR) 8356, emphasizing the importance of standards in ensuring interoperability, cybersecurity, and trust in digital twin technology.Global News
Global ACI Introduced: IAF and ILAC Successor Presents New Identity
A new international accreditation body, Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, has introduced a new identity as Global ACI, including a logo and communication channels after starting operations on January 1, 2026.
ISO 17067 Revision Expands Conformity Assessment Schemes
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Committee on Conformity Assessment (CASCO) is revising ISO/IEC 17067 to expand its scope from product certification to a broader framework for conformity assessment schemes.
ISO Establishes Working Group on Environmental and Social Impact Data in Agrifood Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has set up a new working group under ISO/TC 347 to develop a standardized way to record and share data on environmental and social impacts across agrifood supply chains.
European AI Standard for Computer Vision prEN 18281 Enters Public Enquiry
A European draft standard, prEN 18281, for evaluating AI systems that analyze images and video has entered public enquiry, setting out how such systems should be assessed as part of the broader framework supporting the EU AI Act.
Work Begins on IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Safety Standard Update
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has begun work on updating IEC 60601-1, the core standard for the safety and essential performance of medical electrical equipment.
ISSB Proposes Updates to Three SASB Standards, Refining Sustainability Reporting in Agriculture, Food and Power
The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued a consultation on proposed amendments to three Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards to support alignment with IFRS S1 and IFRS S2,
FSC Proposes New Approach To Intact Forest Landscapes Protection
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched two public consultations on draft Advice Notes to strengthen how Intact Forest Landscapes (IFLs) are managed and protected.
VDA Releases Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd Revised Edition for Public Review
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) Quality Management Center (QMC) has released the Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd revised edition, opening a public feedback period until May 12, 2026.
Technical Guides Explain 2026 Updates to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Global certification body Bureau Veritas has released two technical guides on the revised versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001,
VDA 20 Guide on AI in Quality Management Opens for Feedback
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released VDA 20 – AI in Quality Management as a draft document and opened it for public feedback until June 30, 2026,
ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.
