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Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau Earns ISO 17024 Certification for Meeting Management
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
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 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 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
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
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.
Dr. Hà Minh Hiệp Becomes First Vietnamese to Win APO Meritorious and Distinguished Award
Dr. Hà Minh Hiệp Becomes First Vietnamese to Win APO Meritorious and Distinguished Award
Dr. Hà Minh Hiệp, Acting Chairman of the Commission for Standards, Metrology, and Quality of Vietnam (STAMEQ), has become the first Vietnamese recipient of the APO Meritorious and Distinguished Award in 2024.
Three Innovative Products Gain Market Access with KATS Fusion Special Certification
Three Innovative Products Gain Market Access with KATS Fusion Special Certification
On December 18, 2024, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) held a ceremony to present the Convergence Special Certification to three new products.
Vietnam Celebrates Enterprises at National and Asia-Pacific Quality Awards
Vietnam Celebrates Enterprises at National and Asia-Pacific Quality Awards
Two major quality awards, the National and for the Asia-Pacific region, were presented to selected enterprises on December 18, 2024, at the Army Theater in Hanoi.
Finalized KOLAS Accreditation Guidelines Revision Marks End of Public Opinion Period
Finalized KOLAS Accreditation Guidelines Revision Marks End of Public Opinion Period
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has completed the revision of 16 operational guidelines for the Korea Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (KOLAS).
Timor-Leste Seeks Support From Indonesia’s BSN to Enhance National Quality Infrastructure
Timor-Leste Seeks Support From Indonesia’s BSN to Enhance National Quality Infrastructure
The Authority for Inspection and Supervision of Economic, Sanitary, and Food Activities (AIFAESA I.P.) from Timor-Leste met with Indonesia’s National Standardization Agency (BSN) on December 10, 2024, in Jakarta.
IFHAB Meeting in Saudi Arabia Focuses on Halal Standards and Integration
IFHAB Meeting in Saudi Arabia Focuses on Halal Standards and Integration
Saudi Arabia hosted the annual meeting of the General Assembly of the Islamic Forum for Halal Accreditation Bodies (IFHAB) on December 18, 2024, in Makkah.

Global News

GLOBALG.A.P. to Meet All Three Pillars of FSI "Basket of Standards" for Flowers Soon
GLOBALG.A.P. to Meet All Three Pillars of FSI "Basket of Standards" for Flowers Soon
In 2025, GLOBALG.A.P. will align its solutions with all three pillars of the Floriculture Sustainability Initiative's (FSI) "Basket of Standards", enhancing responsible sourcing in the floriculture sector.
ISO 27028 Expected in 2025: New Framework for Tailoring Security Attributes
ISO 27028 Expected in 2025: New Framework for Tailoring Security Attributes
ISO is currently developing ISO 27028, a guideline on attributes aligned with ISO/IEC 27002:2022.
FSSC Launches Resource Library for Social Sustainability Consultants
FSSC Launches Resource Library for Social Sustainability Consultants
Foundation FSSC has launched the FSSC 24000 Consultants Resource Library to support consultants specializing in the social component of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) management.
IFS Commodity List Helps Businesses Assess Risks—Brochure Explains How
IFS Commodity List Helps Businesses Assess Risks—Brochure Explains How
The IFS Commodity List plays a key role in the IFS Supply Chain Processes Check, an annual assessment that ensures companies have effective processes to analyze commodity-related risks.
PEFC Seeks Feedback on Three New RED III Standards
PEFC Seeks Feedback on Three New RED III Standards
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting stakeholders worldwide to comment on three newly developed standards under the Renewable Energy Directive 2023/2413 (RED III).
Portugal Pioneers the First Global Standard for Startup Quality and Innovation
Portugal Pioneers the First Global Standard for Startup Quality and Innovation
The Portuguese Standardization Body, Instituto Português da Qualidade (IPQ) has launched NP 4595, a pioneering standard designed to help startups improve quality management and innovation.
IFS Updates Guideline for Logistics Audit Checklist
IFS Updates Guideline for Logistics Audit Checklist
IFS has updated its Guideline for the IFS Logistics Audit Checklist to align with IFS Logistics version 3.
Volvo and GM Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949
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
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
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
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
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.
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