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Montenegro Launches Two Public Consultations on Nearly 500 Standards
The Institute for Standardization of Montenegro (ISME) has opened two new public consultations covering a total of 492 standards and related documents.
Brčko Hosts Roundtable on Organic Farming and Certification
A roundtable on organic farming and certification was held in Brčko as part of the Green&Healthy BiH project.
Serbian Institute for Standardization Invites Experts to Join KS B033 Refractory and Ceramic Materials Committee
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) is inviting companies and organizations to nominate experts for membership in the KS B033 committee, which focuses on standardization in the field of refractory and advanced ceramic materials.
Public Call to Award 'Croatian Island Product' Label for 2025
The Croatian Ministry of Regional Development and EU Funds has opened applications for the "Croatian Island Product" (HOP) label in 2025.
Dragon Maritime Group Earns ISO Certifications for Quality, Environment, and Safety
Dragon Maritime Group has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, reinforcing its commitment to quality management, environmental sustainability, and workplace safety. The certification covers the organization of maritime transport and logistics services and follows a successful audit conducted by Bureau Veritas Serbia in January 2025.
CROLAB E-Newsletter Covers Conference Highlights, Accreditation Updates, and Food Testing
CROLAB, the Croatian Laboratories Association, has released its latest e-newsletter, E-Glasilo CROLAB No. 1/2025, dated February 2025.
Oscar of Quality Awarded to Four Organizations at 34th Serbian Quality Week
At the 34th annual "Quality Week 2025," held on March 6 and 7 at the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, the "Oscar of Quality" awards for 2024 were presented.
Serbia Updates SRPS A.L2.003 Standard on Risk Assessment
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has published a revised edition of the SRPS A.L2.003 standard, "Security and Resilience – Risk Assessment – Requirements and Guidelines for Conformity Assessment."
BioLab Tehnopolis Providing 200 Free Soil Analyses for Farmers in Montenegro
BioLab Tehnopolis is providing 200 free agrochemical soil analyses for farmers in Montenegro throughout 2025, with 57 already completed.
CROLAB Invites Laboratories to Participate in Wheat Toxin Testing
CROLAB's Food Section (SEH) is organizing an interlaboratory test to measure deoxynivalenol (DON) levels in wheat samples.
Serbia’s National Corporate Social Responsibility Award: 20 Companies Reach Second Round
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (PKS) has selected 20 companies to advance to the second round of the Đorđe Vajfert National Award for Corporate Social Responsibility.
Belgrade to Host CEN Technical Committee on Machinery Safety for First Time
For the first time, Belgrade is hosting the plenary session of the European Technical Committee CEN/TC 114, which focuses on safety in machinery.Global News
VDA QMC Introduces Official Certificates for Automotive SPICE Assessments
From January 1, 2026, companies will be able to officially register Automotive SPICE assessment results with the VDA Quality Management Center (VDA QMC) and issue recognized certificates without infringing trademark rules.
ISO 22095 Chain of Custody Standard Under Review With Call for Stakeholder Input
The international ISO 22095:2020 Chain of Custody standard is currently under review, and stakeholders are being invited to share their experience with using the standard.
International Standards Bodies Issue Seoul Statement on Trustworthy AI
International standards organizations have jointly issued the Seoul Statement on Artificial Intelligence, setting out a shared commitment to develop global standards that support safe, inclusive, and trustworthy AI.
ISO 14001:2026 Final Draft Sets New Rules for Climate, Biodiversity and Documentation
The revision of ISO 14001 has recently entered its Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage, and the updated standard is scheduled for publication in April 2026.
ISO 17020 Reaches Final Global Vote toward 2026 Release
The revision of ISO/IEC 17020, the international standard for inspection bodies, has reached the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage and is now in its final global voting phase.
VDA Releases Draft Product Safety And Conformity Guidance for the Automotive Supply Chain
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released the first edition of Product Compliance Volume 2 as a draft edition, focused on safety and conformity requirements across the automotive supply chain, and opened it for industry feedback until February 21, 2026.
ISO Launches Interactive Dashboard with Over 1,100 Environmental Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a new interactive dashboard that brings together more than 1,100 International Standards linked to environmental data.
EcoVadis Recognizes FSSC 24000 Social Certification Scheme
EcoVadis has recognized the FSSC 24000 Social Management System Scheme as a valid certificate under the Labor and Human Rights topic, allowing certified companies to use it directly in EcoVadis sustainability assessments.
IEEE Makes Its AI Standards Available Through New Global Exchange
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) has added its portfolio of artificial intelligence standards to the new International AI Standards Exchange, a central platform created to support responsible AI development worldwide.
IVECO Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
IVECO Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) for organizations certified to IATF 16949, setting new expectations for how suppliers manage quality, testing, sustainability, and supply disruptions.
Public Consultation Opens on Revised FSC Chain of Custody Standards
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has opened a public consultation on the revision of its Chain of Custody standards, with comments accepted until January 25, 2026.
