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ANSI Invited Experts to Shape the Future of Sustainability Standards
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) called for experts on January 3, 2025, to join a Virtual Technical Advisory Group (VTAG) and contribute to the revision of ISO Guide 82:2019,
Hongshuai Industrial Secures ISO 14064 Certification for Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Hongshuai Industrial Co., Ltd., a producer of tinned and bare copper wires, has been certified against the ISO 14064 standard for greenhouse gas inventory.
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate has introduced a QR Code-based digital passport, further enhancing transparency and consumer engagement.
Australia Adopts International Standard for Proactive Security Coordination
Australia has adopted AS ISO 22340, the first international standard that focuses on integrating and coordinating protective security.
Luxembourg Meeting Focuses on Draft AI Standards for EU Regulation
ILNAS hosted a meeting focused on advancing draft standards to support Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) which establishes harmonized rules for artificial intelligence systems, particularly high-risk applications.
Soils Take Center Stage in Latest BDS Compass Magazine
The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) has dedicated the latest issue of its online magazine, BDS Compass, to the critical topic of soil standardization.
Groupama Earns Engagé RSE Label for Sustainability Through AFNOR's Assessment
Groupama, a leader in mutual insurance, has earned the Engagé RSE label for sustainability at the "confirmed" level, following a rigorous evaluation by AFNOR Certification.
Applications Open for 2025 Baldrige Award, the Highest U.S. Honor in Organizational Excellence
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has announced the 2025 Baldrige Award Criteria, signaling the start of the application process for the nation’s highest recognition for organizational performance.
Minsk Hosts International Forum on Quality and Competitiveness
The international forum "Quality in Everything - The Key to Competitiveness and State Prosperity" opened in Minsk on November 27, 2024.
Russian Forest Industry Switches to National Certification System Following Sanctions
The Russian Institute of Standardization has announced that forest industry companies are transitioning to the National Forest Certification System (NSFC) following the suspension of international FSC certificates in 2022.
SII's Annual Aerospace Conference Tackles Safety and Risk Management Challenges
The Standards Institution of Israel (SII) hosted its annual conference on quality in the aerospace and defense industries.
Azerbaijan Adopts Building Information Modeling Standards for Safety in Construction
The Azerbaijan Institute of Standardization (AZSTANDART) has adopted three new state standards for Building Information Modeling (BIM).Global News
IEC 62309 - Used Parts within New Products
The recently updated IEC 62309 standard ensures that reused components within new products are safe, functional, and reliable.
Applications Open for ISO Next Generation Award 2025
ISO has announced the opening of applications for the prestigious Next Generation Award 2025, which recognizes young professionals from ISO members championing sustainability-driven standardization and collaborative approaches.
OIML Marks 70th Anniversary with Special Logo in 2025
The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) will celebrate its 70th Anniversary in 2025, commemorating the signing of its Convention on October 12, 1955.
New Joint Committee for Smart and Sustainable Cities Proposed
A proposal for a new joint technical committee (JTC) under ISO and IEC focusing on Smart and Sustainable Cities and Communities has been submitted by AFNOR.
NIST Issues Three Standards to Secure Data Against Future Quantum Threats
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) finalized three quantum-resistant algorithm standards this summer, marking a major milestone in preparing for quantum-powered encryption threats.
SQF Food Safety Edition 10 to Be Released in July 2025
As 2025 begins, the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) has announced the release of SQF Edition 10 in July 2025, with implementation for auditing scheduled for the first half of 2026.
Revised FSC Ecosystem Services Procedure V2-0 Published to Highlight Positive Forest Management Impacts
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published an updated framework to demonstrate the positive impacts of sustainable forest management on ecosystems.
Report Highlights Role of Quality Infrastructure in Scaling Net Zero
A new report highlights how the Quality Infrastructure (QI) can accelerate the transition to net zero emissions.
Luxembourg Launches PCDS Platform to Strengthen Circular Economy Transparency
Luxembourg has unveiled its Product Circularity Data Sheet (PCDS) platform, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to ensure supply chain transparency by standardizing circular data of products.
GFSI Unveils Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024 to Enhance Food Safety Worldwide
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has launched its updated Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, setting a new standard for global food safety.
More Standards Needed for Greener Heavy Transport
Efforts to electrify heavy transport face significant challenges due to the absence of common standards.
