All Phases Of Cultural Heritage Conservation Covered With New EN 16853

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 16853:2026,

ICT, Telecommunications And Education in New ISS Standardization Bulletin

The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released a new issue of its Standardization bulletin, highlighting how standards support digital infrastructure, education, and management practices.

Croatian Standards Institute Hosts 5th Expert Council Session in Zagreb

The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) held the 5th session of its Expert Council in Zagreb, bringing together 269 members to strengthen cooperation and participation in standardization. 

Greece Opens Public Consultation on 58 Revised Technical Specifications for Public Works

The Hellenic Organization for Standardization (ELOT) has launched a public consultation on 58 revised Greek Technical Specifications that will become the updated, second edition of national requirements for public works.

Serbia Hosts 35th Quality Week Spotlighting Green Transition AI and Risk Management

The 35th Quality Week in Serbia brought together institutions, experts, and industry representatives to explore topics such as green transition, artificial intelligence in healthcare, and risk management in modern organizations.

Montenegro Accreditation Body Completes EA MLA Follow-Up Evaluation

The Accreditation Body of Montenegro (ATCG) underwent a follow-up evaluation in March 2026 as part of the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) Multilateral Agreement (MLA) process.

Academic Standards Day Connects Students With Standards And Career Opportunities In Belgrade

The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has announced that Academic Standards Day will take place in Belgrade on April 1,

European Commission Invites Small Businesses To Workshop On Standardization Regulation Revision

The European Commission (EC) is organizing a workshop for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on the revision of the EU Standardization Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012.

Croatia Calls On SMEs To Join EU Standardization Regulation Workshop

The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) is encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to take part in a European Commission (EC) workshop on the revision of the EU Standardization Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012.

World Standards Day, Quantum Threats and Medical Device Standards Highlight ISBIH Bulletin

The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has published Glasnik 4/25, the latest issue of its standards bulletin, together with a separate document containing official notices on newly adopted and withdrawn BAS standards.

ISO 21500 On Project Program And Portfolio Management Released In Serbian

Serbia has released SRPS ISO 21500, the national edition of ISO 21500:2021, making guidance on project, program and portfolio management available in Serbian.

Austrian And Romanian Accreditation Bodies Retain EA MLA Status

The European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has confirmed that Accreditation Austria (AA) and the Romanian Accreditation Association (RENAR) will remain signatories to the EA Multilateral Agreement (EA MLA) following their latest peer evaluations.

ISO 9001 Revision Moves to FDIS Stage as Early Analysis Questions Scope of Changes

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has confirmed that the revision of ISO 9001 has entered the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage, marking the last step before publication.

DIN to Lead ISO IEC Joint Technical Committee 5 on Digital Product Passport Standards

Following an initiative by the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) and the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (DKE),

ANSI/TIA-942 Addendum Targets AI Data Center Cooling and High-Density Needs

The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is developing a new addendum to the ANSI/TIA-942 data center standard to address the growing demands of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.

IATF Introduces Mandatory Auditor Training for Corporate Scheme Audits

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved a new mandatory training module to strengthen how auditors assess organizations certified under corporate audit schemes for IATF 16949.

ISO/TS 19384 Sets First Standard for Digital Service Excellence

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO/TS 19384:2026,

FSSC Issues Five Sector-Specific Guides for Development Program Implementation

The Foundation for Food Safety Certification (FSSC) has published five sector-specific guidance documents to support organizations using the FSSC Development Program,

ISO 14001 Fourth Edition Officially Released

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14001:2026, marking the release of the fourth edition of the world’s most widely used environmental management systems standard. 

Global ACI Introduced: IAF and ILAC Successor Presents New Identity

A new international accreditation body, Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, has introduced a new identity as Global ACI, including a logo and communication channels after starting operations on January 1, 2026.

ISO 17067 Revision Expands Conformity Assessment Schemes

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Committee on Conformity Assessment (CASCO) is revising ISO/IEC 17067 to expand its scope from product certification to a broader framework for conformity assessment schemes.

ISO Establishes Working Group on Environmental and Social Impact Data in Agrifood Systems

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has set up a new working group under ISO/TC 347 to develop a standardized way to record and share data on environmental and social impacts across agrifood supply chains.

European AI Standard for Computer Vision prEN 18281 Enters Public Enquiry

A European draft standard, prEN 18281, for evaluating AI systems that analyze images and video has entered public enquiry, setting out how such systems should be assessed as part of the broader framework supporting the EU AI Act.

Work Begins on IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Safety Standard Update

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has begun work on updating IEC 60601-1, the core standard for the safety and essential performance of medical electrical equipment.