Argentina Updates Food Code, Including Precise Rules for Traditional Balsamic Vinegar

Argentina has introduced three updates to its Food Code through joint resolutions published in the Official Gazette.

Argentina's Largest Music Festival Cosquín Rock Partners With IRAM to Verify Its Carbon Footprint

For the second consecutive year, Cosquín Rock, Argentina's largest music festival, has partnered with with IRAM to verify its carbon footprint.

INTI Laboratories Certified by International Olive Council for Olive Oil Quality Testing

The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) has been certified by the International Olive Council (IOC) for its competence in physicochemical analysis of olive oil.

INTI Earns Accreditation in Legal Metrology

The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) has received accreditation from the Argentine Accreditation Body (OAA), authorizing it to certify all metrological controls on measuring instruments regulated by Law 19511.

Argentina’s INTI Develops AI Method to Assess Olive Oil Quality

The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) in Argentina has developed a new artificial intelligence method to determine the quality of virgin, extra virgin, and lampante (not for consumption) olive oils.

Raise a Glass: Cordón Blanco Winery Secures First Tandil Geographical Indication

Cordón Blanco Winery is the first to obtain the Tandil Geographical Indication (IG), highlighting the unique qualities of its wines.

Celebrating a Quarter Century of Spanish in ISO Standards

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the first Spanish Translation Task Force (STTF) established to translate ISO standards into Spanish.

Argentina Hosts Event to Promote U.S. and Latin American Collaboration on Petroleum Standards

The XI Edition of the Annual Meeting of the National Board of Inspection of Boilers and Pressure Vessels, held in Argentina, highlighted the importance of industrial standards in the petroleum sector.

Argentina Unveils Four New Certifications in Fashion and Personal Care Sectors

The National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) of Argentina has introduced four new voluntary certifications to boost business competitiveness and quality.

ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Library Now Available in Spanish

The ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group has proudly announced the release of the complete APG Library in Spanish, making it accessible to over 500 million people across more than 20 countries.

Work continues on the ISO 9001 audit in Paris, addressing all feedback collected

Over 50 experts from more than 40 countries met in Paris from March 31 to April 4 to advance the revision of ISO 9001, the world’s most widely used quality management systems standard.

Chennai to Host FSSC Summit Spotlighting Social Management Standards

Foundation FSSC will host its upcoming summit in Chennai, India on April 25, 2025, under the theme "Building Global Trust with Social Management System Standards."

Record Surge in Technical Regulations Strains Global Trade

A record 1,334 technical regulations were reported by World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries in the first quarter of 2025—the highest ever for a single quarter.

Italy’s Recipe Against Food Fraud: Supply Chain Crackdown with Tougher Sanctions and Even Wiretaps

Italy has approved a new bill to strengthen its fight against food fraud through tighter controls, expanded inspections, and even the use of undercover investigations and wiretaps.

IAF ML 4 Issue 9 Updates Procedures for Accreditation and Regional Group Recognition

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released Issue 9 of IAF ML 4:2025,

IEC Launches White Label App as Part of Smart Initiative to Improve Access to Standards

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has launched its new White Label app, now available to IEC National Committee (NC) members as part of its broader digital transformation strategy.

BRCGS Publishes Two New Guides to Help Firms Improve Packaging and Hygiene Standards

BRCGS has released two new guidance documents aimed at improving safety and compliance in packaging and protective clothing practices.

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.