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JASANZ Opens Applications for 2026 Futures Program to Train Accreditation Leaders
The Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JASANZ) has opened applications for the 2026 Futures Program.
Standards Australia Advances Quantum With First Standard and New Report
Standards Australia has taken two major steps to support quantum technology,
Four Australian Experts Honored with 2025 IEC 1906 Award
Standards Australia has recognized four experts as recipients of the 2025 IEC 1906 Award, honoring their contributions to advancing international electrotechnical standards.
NATA Opens Public Comment on ISO 17025 Calibration Appendix
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) has released a revised draft of its Specific Accreditation Criteria for the ISO/IEC 17025 Application Document, Calibration Appendix,
Insider’s View of NATA’s Accreditation Matters 2025 Conference
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) brought together over 500 delegates at its Accreditation Matters 2025 conference, held July 30–31 at ICC Sydney in Australia.
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).
NATA Publishes Biobanking Guide to Strengthen Trust in Stored Biological Materials
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) has released a new Biobanking Industry Guide to help organizations understand the importance of accreditation in maintaining reliable, high-quality biological materials for long-term research and data use.
Australia Adopts IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Standards for Operational Technology
Australia has adopted the AS IEC 62443 series as national standards to protect Operational Technology (OT)—
Standards Australia Releases Major Update to AS 4000 Construction Contract
Standards Australia has released the updated AS 4000:2025 General Conditions of Contract, marking its first revision since 1997 and aligning the standard with nearly three decades of legal and industry developments.
Australia Prepares for Accreditation Matters 2025 in Sydney
Australia’s leading event for accreditation, testing, and conformity assessment - Accreditation Matters 2025 - will take place on Wednesday, July 30 and Thursday, July 31 in Sydney.
Standards Australia Webinar Prepares Industry for Respiratory Protection Overhaul
A new webinar from Standards Australia highlights what professionals need to know about the coming changes to respiratory protection standards in Australia and New Zealand.
Three Finalists Unveiled for 2025 NATA Excellence Award
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) has announced the three finalists for its 2025 NATA Excellence Award,Global News
VDA 20 Guide on AI in Quality Management Opens for Feedback
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released VDA 20 – AI in Quality Management as a draft document and opened it for public feedback until June 30, 2026,
ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.
ISO 17024 Third Edition Published: Updated Rules For Certification Of Persons
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the third edition of ISO/IEC 17024,
ISO 12100 Machinery Safety Revision Stalls Over Risk Definition Dispute
The revision of ISO 12100, the core standard for machinery safety, remains unresolved following a negative international vote, with key disagreements, including on alignment with EU requirements.
Sweden Introduces CBAM Accreditation for Emissions Verifiers, Reflecting Broader Global Shift in Climate Data Assurance
The Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment (SWEDAC) has introduced a new accreditation area for organizations verifying emissions data under the
Youth Leadership Program Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Environmental Cohort
Applications are now open for the third cohort of the Environmental Management Youth Leadership Group (YLG 3.0), an initiative of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting nominations for its Sustainable Forest Management Working Group, with submissions open until April 22, 2026.
"Global Standard" Opens Second Consultation On Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has opened a second public consultation on Draft 2 of the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS),
DIN SPEC 14027 Establishes First Comprehensive Framework for Corporate Security
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 14027,
GHG Protocol Begins Scope 3 Revision Tightening Data and Measurement Rules
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) has launched a major revision of its Scope 3 standard,
ISO 17020 Third Edition Published With Risk-Based Approach
A new edition of ISO/IEC 17020 has been published, introducing updated requirements for inspection bodies and replacing the 2012 version after a technical revision.
