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Smart Upgrade for Sicily’s Pistacchio di Raffadali Geographical Label of Origin
The Pistacchio di Raffadali DOP, a product with a geographical label of origin from a famous growing area in Sicily, is rolling out a mandatory Digital Passport and updated Control Plan for all producers starting next harvest season.
JASANZ Begins Accreditation for AI Management Systems Based on ISO 42001
The Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JASANZ) has launched accreditation services under the Artificial Intelligence Management System Scheme (AIMSS) to support trustworthy and responsible AI governance.
DIN SPEC 66336 Strengthens Digital Government Services in Germany
Germany has introduced DIN SPEC 66336 to raise the quality of digital public services.
Brazil Publishes Key Standard to Manage Climate Change Risks
ABNT has published a new national standard to help organizations assess and respond to climate-related risks.
LGAI First in Spain to Certify Under EUCC Cybersecurity Scheme
LGAI Technological Center has become the first certification body in Spain accredited to operate under the European cybersecurity certification scheme, EUCC.
UAE to Enforce Mandatory Certification for Electric Vehicle Chargers Starting May 2025
Electric Vehicle (EV) charging equipment will need mandatory certification in the United Arab Emirates beginning May 2025.
BIS Launches First Episode of Standards Watch to Share Key Quality and Safety Updates
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released the first episode of Standards Watch, a new video series aimed at delivering timely updates on quality, standardization, and consumer safety.
Russian Institute of Standardization Launches Standardization Ecosystem Center for Shared Use
The Russian Institute of Standardization (RST) has launched the Standardization Ecosystem Center for Shared Use to support digital transformation in standard development.
PTT Innovation Institute Certified as Greenhouse Gas Validation and Verification Body
Thailand’s PTT Innovation Institute has received formal certification to act as a validation and verification body for greenhouse gas emissions.
Czech Quality Council Releases Newsletter Recapping Key Achievements from 2024
The Quality Council of the Czech Republic has released a new newsletter summarizing its major achievements in 2024.
Luxembourg Working on Retail Space Standard, Seeks Industry Input
Luxembourg has started developing a new national standard to define and calculate commercial property surfaces.
Household Appliance Makers in China Face Stricter Standards After Update
China has updated key national standards for household appliances and power supplies, introducing tougher safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and energy efficiency requirements.Global News
RvA List Unifies Key Accreditation Documents, From Global to National Levels
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has released a new document that brings together accreditation requirements from global, regional, and national levels.
Call for Future Leaders: IEC Opens Nominations for 2025 Young Professionals Programme
The International Electrotechnical Commission is calling on national committees to submit nominations for the 2025 edition of the IEC Young Professionals Programme.
ISO Eyes Committee to Coordinate Sustainability Standards Across Events
A new ISO Technical Committee has been proposed to address sustainability and other key challenges in the global events industry.
SBTi Seeks Feedback on Draft of Updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has opened public consultation on Version 2.0 of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard, which will tighten requirements for emissions reduction and reshape how companies use carbon credits.
New Cosmetics GMP Standard Draft Seeks to Modernize ISO 22716
A new draft standard titled GMP-MS-716 aims to update and expand upon ISO 22716 for Good Manufacturing Practices in the cosmetics industry, incorporating industry feedback and modern operational needs.
Top Food Safety Contributors Named at 2025 BRCGS Awards in Milan
The 2025 BRCGS Awards, presented at BRCGS Connect in Milan, honored individuals and organizations driving excellence in food safety and certification.
Fake IAF CertSearch Site Raises Concerns About Online Trust and Database Security
DAkkS has issued a warning about a fake version of the IAF CertSearch website, the global database used to verify accredited certifications.
Survey Launched Ahead of Review of ISO 17100 Translation Standard
A global survey is now open to gather input on the use of ISO 17100:2015 Translation Services — Requirements, ahead of a planned review of the standard in the second half of 2025.
IFS Releases New Doctrine and Multi-Site Guideline for Wholesale and Cash & Carry 3
Two new documents are now available to support the rollout of IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry version 3, which becomes mandatory on November 1, 2025.
International Quality Awards 2025 Finalists Announced by CQI
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) has announced the finalists for the International Quality Awards 2025, recognizing excellence across nine categories.
BRCGS Updates Module 10 on Plastic Pellet Loss Prevention for Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released an updated version of Module 10 on plastic pellet loss prevention, now aligned with Issue 7 of the BRCGS Packaging Materials Standard.
