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October Issue of UNE Magazine Spotlights Global Standard on Biodiversity
The October issue of the Asociación Española de Normalización (UNE) magazine is now available, featuring biodiversity as its central theme.
Applications Open for National Industry Awards Well Done in Spain
The Ministry of Industry and Tourism (MINTUR) has launched the 2025 National Industry Awards “Well Done in Spain” to
Latest Issue of Revista UNE Highlights How Standards Fuel Spain’s Economy and Innovation
The September edition of Revista UNE, the official magazine of the Asociación Española de Normalización (UNE),
UNE Launches Committee to Advance Industrialized Construction Standards
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has formally created a technical subcommittee focused on industrialized construction to develop standards for this growing building method in Spain.
UNE, CEM and ENAC Convene to Boost Spain’s Quality Infrastructure
Spain’s key quality institutions met to reinforce their collaboration and outline new steps to strengthen the country’s quality infrastructure.
UNE Magazine June Edition: Focus on National Strategy, Criminal Compliance and Anti-Bribery
The June 2025 edition of the UNE Magazine highlights Spain’s national quality strategy and recent updates to standards that promote ethical and responsible business conduct, especially in criminal compliance and anti-bribery.
Green Building Certification Spain Gets First Accreditation for Private EU Sustainability Scheme
Green Building Certification Spain is the first organization in Spain to receive accreditation from the Entidad Nacional de Acreditación (ENAC) for verifying and validating compliance with the EU’s Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) principle under a private scheme.
Spain Reaffirms Leadership in Essential Oils With New ISO Standard Initiatives
Spain continued to demonstrate its leadership in the ISO/TC 54 Essential Oils committee by launching initiatives for three new standards and the revision of one existing standard.
UNE Sets 2030 Strategy Goals: Progress, Awareness, Sustainability
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) approved its new 2030 Strategy at its General Assembly and presented its 2024 Annual Report. The Strategy sets a clear direction for the coming years, aiming to strengthen UNE’s impact and value to Spanish society.
UNE Honors Outstanding Contributors with 2025 Standardization Awards
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has presented its 2025 Standardization Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations for their exceptional work in technical committees.
UNE Magazine May 2025 Issue Spotlights AI Standard, Data Governance, and Quality Infrastructure
The May 2025 edition of UNE Magazine, published by the Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE), is now available online.
Spain Revises UNE 19601 to Help Organizations Prevent Criminal Offenses
Spain has released a revised version of UNE 19601, a national standard for criminal compliance management.Global News
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is conducting a systematic review of ISO 14091 to determine whether it still meets the needs of organizations addressing climate change risks.
Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies
The 2026 revision of ISO/IEC 17020 introduces structural and conceptual updates that will affect how inspection bodies operate, particularly in areas such as independence, impartiality, complaints handling, and management systems.
IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2
IFS has released Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2 to support auditors in delivering more consistent, high quality and effective audits across all IFS Standards.
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party testing, inspection and certification sector,
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14092:2026, a new International Standard that sets clear requirements and guidance for climate change adaptation planning by local governments and communities.
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has completed the second Working Draft of its ISO 9002 revision, marking further progress in updating the guidance to reflect changes in ISO 9001.
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000, a global food safety certification scheme developed by the Foundation FSSC, is moving toward Version 7, a major update that will reshape how food businesses manage safety, align with new global requirements, and prepare for future industry demands.
