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CQC Becomes First Chinese Body Approved for Paris Agreement Carbon Credit Mechanism
CQC Becomes First Chinese Body Approved for Paris Agreement Carbon Credit Mechanism
The China Quality Certification Centre (CQC) has become the first Chinese organization authorized to validate and verify international carbon reduction projects under the UNFCCC,
China Approves Development of National Standard on UN Sustainable Development Goals
China Approves Development of National Standard on UN Sustainable Development Goals
China has approved the development of a new national standard to guide organizations in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
Geely Auto Breaks Ground With First Global ISO 8800 AI Safety Certification
Geely Auto Breaks Ground With First Global ISO 8800 AI Safety Certification
Geely Auto has received the world’s first certification under the new ISO/PAS 8800:2024 standard for AI safety in road vehicles.
CCSI Airport First in World to Earn BSI BIM Kitemark for Digital Design and Construction
CCSI Airport First in World to Earn BSI BIM Kitemark for Digital Design and Construction
Chaudhary Charan Singh International (CCSI Airport) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, has become the first airport in the world to receive the BSI Kitemark for Building Information Modelling (BIM) Design and Construction.
TÜRKAK Ready to Offer Accreditation for PEFC Forest Certification
TÜRKAK Ready to Offer Accreditation for PEFC Forest Certification
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has begun accepting applications for accreditation under the PEFC Forest Certification program.
TISAX Certification Becomes Key for Taiwan Auto Suppliers to Meet EU NIS2 Rules
TISAX Certification Becomes Key for Taiwan Auto Suppliers to Meet EU NIS2 Rules
Taiwan’s automotive suppliers are being urged to adopt TISAX certification to stay competitive in the European market, as the EU’s updated NIS2 cybersecurity directive becomes a business requirement through contract terms.
Asia-Pacific Smallholder Forestry Standard Becomes Fully Approved FSC Certification Framework
Asia-Pacific Smallholder Forestry Standard Becomes Fully Approved FSC Certification Framework
The Asia-Pacific Regional Forest Stewardship Standard for smallholders (AP RFSS) has officially become a recognized Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS) under the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
China Rolls Out New Standards on Safety, Energy and Public Services
China Rolls Out New Standards on Safety, Energy and Public Services
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has announced the official implementation of a new set of national standards starting in August.
BoA Honors Outstanding Staff for 2020–2025 at National Commendation Conference
BoA Honors Outstanding Staff for 2020–2025 at National Commendation Conference
The National Quality Accreditation Office (BoA) of Vietnam recognized several of its staff members for outstanding performance during the 2020–2025 period at the National Commendation Conference on July 29, 2025.
BIS Testing Labs Featured in Standards Watch 17th Episode
BIS Testing Labs Featured in Standards Watch 17th Episode
The 17th episode of Standards Watch by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) highlights how its laboratories support India’s quality ecosystem.
South Korea Seeks Public Input on 2025 Honors for Standards and Quality Achievements
South Korea Seeks Public Input on 2025 Honors for Standards and Quality Achievements
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has opened a public comment period for candidates nominated for the 2025 government awards in standards and quality management.
SAAC Gains IAF Recognition for ISO 17065 and ISO 27001, Expanding Accreditation to Eight Areas
SAAC Gains IAF Recognition for ISO 17065 and ISO 27001, Expanding Accreditation to Eight Areas
The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) has received new international recognition from the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) for accrediting certification bodies under ISO 17065 and ISO 27001,

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Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM
Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM
The latest part of the ISO 19650 series, ISO 19650-6:2025, sets out how health and safety information should be shared and used throughout the life cycle of buildings and infrastructure.
IECEE Celebrates 40 Years of Driving Product Safety and International Trade
IECEE Celebrates 40 Years of Driving Product Safety and International Trade
The IEC System of Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE) is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
VDA 19.1 Yellow Book Published With Expanded Cleanliness Inspection Rules
VDA 19.1 Yellow Book Published With Expanded Cleanliness Inspection Rules
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has published the new English edition of the VDA 19.1 Yellow Book,
First Meeting of IWA 50 Launches Work on Hydrological Risk Standards
First Meeting of IWA 50 Launches Work on Hydrological Risk Standards
The first online meeting of IWA 50 will be held on October 7, marking the start of international work on guidelines and potential standards for managing floods, droughts, and water scarcity.
NIST Publishes New Cryptography Standard to Protect Small Devices
NIST Publishes New Cryptography Standard to Protect Small Devices
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized its NIST SP 800-232, a new standard to secure small, resource-limited electronics against cyberattacks.
CSQ Releases Cannabis Standards for Retail and Warehousing & Distribution, Updates Supplements
CSQ Releases Cannabis Standards for Retail and Warehousing & Distribution, Updates Supplements
Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) has released new safety and quality standards for retail, warehousing and distribution, along with updated requirements for dietary supplement products.
China’s Zenith-Ward Pathfinders Team Wins Top Award at International Standards Olympiad
China’s Zenith-Ward Pathfinders Team Wins Top Award at International Standards Olympiad
The 20th International Standards Olympiad, organized by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS),
EASI Model Becomes First Sustainability Governance Scheme Accredited by Accredia
EASI Model Becomes First Sustainability Governance Scheme Accredited by Accredia
The EASI Model has been introduced as the first governance scheme accredited by Accredia and open to independent certification.
Core Medical Device Safety Standard IEC 60601-1 Overhaul Puts Software, Connectivity and AI in Focus
Core Medical Device Safety Standard IEC 60601-1 Overhaul Puts Software, Connectivity and AI in Focus
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has launched a major revision of its foundational medical device safety standard, IEC 60601-1.
Geneva Meeting on Global Plastic Pollution Treaty Ends Without Agreement
Geneva Meeting on Global Plastic Pollution Treaty Ends Without Agreement
The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) met in Geneva from August 5 to 15 to finalize a global, legally binding treaty on plastic pollution.
IAF Issues Framework for Tackling Risks of Counterfeit Certificates
IAF Issues Framework for Tackling Risks of Counterfeit Certificates
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released IAF ID 17:2025, a new informative document that provides a framework for managing risks related to counterfeit certificates.
SGS Launches Guidances to Support Transition to New Versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
SGS Launches Guidances to Support Transition to New Versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
SGS has released two new guidance resources to help organizations prepare for the upcoming revisions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, both scheduled for release in 2026.
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