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China Unveils Climate Disclosure Framework for Companies
China has introduced a new national framework to guide how companies disclose climate-related information, marking a clear step toward broader and eventually mandatory climate reporting.
Indian NABCB Starts Accreditation for FSSC 24000
The National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), operating under the Quality Council of India (QCI), has begun offering accreditation for FSSC 24000, opening the door for certification bodies to seek recognition for this scheme.
SARSO Drafts Regional Standardization Strategy for 2026–2030
The South Asian Regional Standards Organization (SARSO) has published a draft Standardization Strategy for 2026–2030 that sets out how the region plans to strengthen standardization and conformity assessment over the next five years.
Milestone CQC Certifications: Haier and Haiyang Oriental Aerospace Port Set Sector Firsts
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) marked a milestone by issuing first-of-their-kind certifications in two areas:
China Sets National Plan To Advance Modern Logistics Standardization
Six Chinese government bodies have jointly issued a national plan for modern logistics standardization covering 2025–2027,
SOCAR Refinery Laboratory Secures ISO 17025 Accreditation
The Haydar Aliyev Oil Refinery Laboratory operated by the State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) has earned ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation following a successful accreditation audit and a formal certificate handover in Baku.
Qiangsheng New Materials Completes GHG And Product Carbon Footprint Verification
Nantong Qiangsheng New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. has received verification statements for its greenhouse gas emissions and product carbon footprints,
FSC Publishes Interim Forest Stewardship Standards for Mozambique and Türkiye
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published new Interim Forest Stewardship Standards for Mozambique and Türkiye, with both standards set to take effect on March 15, 2026.
Citizen-Proposed Standards Contest: Top Prize for Senior Living Services
South Korea has named three winning projects in a national citizen-led standardization contest that rewards proposals designed to improve how everyday services work in practice.
China Opens Consultation on Updated Product Barcode Rules
China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has opened a public consultation on draft rules that would update how product barcodes are managed and supervised nationwide.
SAC Names National Coordinators for Five ISO Technical Bodies and Assigns Two Secretariat Roles
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has appointed national organizations to coordinate China’s participation in five ISO technical bodies.
Diwan Singh Kholia on Winter Electrical Appliance Standards in Latest BIS Standards Watch
The latest episode of the Standards Watch series by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) explains why safety standards are especially important for winter electrical appliances such as room heaters and water heaters,Global News
BRCGS Publishes FAQ For Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released a new frequently asked questions (FAQ) document to support the implementation of the Global Standard Packaging Materials Issue 7.
GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Version 6 Audits Now Available for Combinable Crops and Plant Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has confirmed that audits are now available under Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 for combinable crops and plant propagation material, two product categories within the IFA certification framework.
LEAF Updates Its Marque Standard With Version 17.0 For Sustainable Agriculture
LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) has launched version 17.0 of the LEAF Marque Standard, introducing updated requirements for sustainable agriculture as the scheme continues to expand globally.
Revised ISO 2859-1 Brings Formal Skip-Lot Rules and New Curve Methods
The third edition of ISO 2859-1 has been published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), marking the first major revision of the international acceptance sampling standard in 27 years.
ISO 42119 Series Signals New Era for AI Testing and Assurance
The ISO/IEC 42119 series sets out a new international framework for testing and assuring artificial intelligence (AI) systems, with one document now published and several further parts under development.
ISO 14001 Revision Nears Publication After Final Draft Reaches Ballot Stage
The revision of ISO 14001, the international standard for environmental management systems, is nearing publication,
Food Safety Issue 10: BRCGS Opens Technical Working Group Applications
BRCGS has opened applications for a new Technical Working Group to support the development of Issue 10 of the Global Standard Food Safety.
ISO 15223-1 Amendment Changes Medical Device Labeling Requirements
An amendment to ISO 15223-1 changes how the authorized representative is shown on medical device labels, affecting manufacturers inside and outside the EU.
VDA 2 Yellow Volume Updates Quality Management in Automotive Production
The German automotive industry (VDA) has published the VDA 2 Yellow Volume, opening a public consultation on draft guidance for Production Process and Product Approval used across the global automotive supply chain, with feedback open until April 2, 2026.
ISO PAS 45007 Provides Guidance on Climate-Related OH&S Risks
ISO has published ISO/PAS 45007:2026, a new document that helps organizations address occupational health and safety risks linked to climate change and climate action.
BRCGS Opens Public Consultation for Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9
BRCGS has opened a public consultation on Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9, inviting stakeholders to comment on the current version of the standard as part of the revision process toward the next issue.
