Wistron Achieves Highest RBA 8.0 Recognition for ESG Commitment

Wistron Corporation has achieved platinum status under the Responsible Business Alliance’s (RBA) Validated Assessment Program (VAP) 8.0, the top level of recognition in the program, highlighting its commitment to high standards in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.

TISI Proposes Standard for Second-Hand Solar Panels to Boost Clean Energy and Reduce Industrial Waste

The Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) has proposed a new voluntary standard, TIS 4410–2025, for second-hand solar panels to improve access to clean energy and reduce industrial waste.

TÜRKAK Launches New AI Accreditation Under ISO 42001

The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has begun providing accreditation services to certification bodies in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) under the ISO/IEC 42001 standard.

Korea and Czech Republic Strengthen Standards Cooperation with Workshop and Agreement

On February 11, 2025, the Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the Office for Technical Standardization, Metrology and State Testing (ÚNMZ) held the Korea-Czech Standards Cooperation Workshop at the Chosun Palace Gangnam Hotel in Seoul.

CQC Passes Reassessment for Oman Energy Efficiency Labeling Program

China Quality Certification Center (CQC) successfully passed the reassessment by the Directorate General for Standards and Metrology (DGSM) under Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion on February 10, 2025.

Certification in China Hits Record Levels, Poised for Further Growth

China issued over 1.79 million certificates bearing the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) mark as of December 31, 2024, a 6% year-on-year increase and a new record.

Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau Earns ISO 17024 Certification for Meeting Management

The Thailand Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) has awarded the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) a personnel certification system certificate under the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standard.

Henan Energy Group and Subsidiaries Earn Compliance Management Certification

The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) awarded compliance management system certification to Henan Energy Group Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries:

China Releases New Standard for Assessing Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions

China has introduced GB/T 44915-2024, a national standard for assessing greenhouse gas emission reductions in waste gas, wastewater treatment, and waste residue recovery.

South Korea Boosts Investment in Quantum Technology Standards

South Korea's Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) announced a 49.8% increase in funding for the 2025 International Standardization Cooperation Project, totaling 24.3 billion won.

TÜRKAK Expands Certificate Verification System to Calibration Sector

The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has introduced the TÜRKAK Document Verification System (TBDS) to the calibration sector, enhancing transparency and traceability in calibration processes.

KATS Moves Ahead with Next Phase of Strategy to Streamline Technical Regulations

The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) held its 58th Technology Regulation Committee meeting on December 13, 2024, to advance its long-term strategy for streamlining technical regulations.

Volvo and GM Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949

Volvo Group and General Motors have updated their customer-specific requirements (CSRs) for IATF 16949, the automotive quality management system standard.

IRIS Certification News: Railway Quality Management Upgrades with Rev. 4 and Siemens Mobility’s Gold Award

The International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) underwent significant updates with the implementation of Revision 4 in April 2024, introducing key changes to improve quality management for railway sector companies.

Draft Revision of ISO 17020 for Inspection Bodies Open for Voting

The ISO International Organization for Standardization Committee on Conformity Assessment (CASCO) has released a draft revision of ISO/IEC 17020, which sets competence requirements for inspection bodies.

Survey Launched to Improve ISO 59000 Circular Economy Standards

The ISO/TC 323 Technical Committee on Circular Economy has launched a survey, open from February 4 to April 4, 2025, to gather feedback on three foundational standards within its scope - ISO 59004, ISO 59010, and ISO 59020.

ETSI Creates Group to Define 6G Standards, Welcomes Expert Contributions

The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has launched a new working group to define the requirements for the upcoming sixth-generation (6G) mobile network.

FSC Clarifies Misconceptions Amid Illegal Timber Trade Concerns, Notably From Russia

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) decided to address the current misconceptions regarding its certification system, particularly in relation to illegal timber trade and supply chain transparency.

Ford Updates Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949 and PPAP, Strengthening Supplier Compliance

Ford has updated its Customer-Specific Requirements (CSRs) for IATF 16949 and the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), effective February 6, 2025.

SGS Earns NABCB Accreditation for Environmental Claim Verification

SGS has received accreditation from India’s National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), strengthening its ability to support clients with reliable environmental data.

IFS Introduces Tool to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Management

IFS has launched the IFS Supply Chain Processes Check, a tool to help suppliers identify and manage risks in their supply chains.

ISO 59040 Sets New Circular Economy Standard for Product Circularity Data Sheets

On February 3, 2025, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) released ISO 59040:2025, titled Circular Economy — Product Circularity Data Sheet.

New JPEG Trust Standard Combats Deepfakes and Strengthens Media Credibility

A new standard called JPEG Trust has been introduced to help identify authentic photos and videos, aiming to combat the spread of deepfakes.

IAF Adds Validation and Verification to ICT Use in Conformity Assessments

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released Issue 3 of its Mandatory Document 4 (MD 4), expanding the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in conformity assessments to now include validation and verification processes.