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Street Lighting Shines in New Issue of 'BDS Compass'
Street Lighting Shines in New Issue of 'BDS Compass'
The latest issue of BDS Compass, the official magazine of the Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS), focuses on street lighting, highlighting standards that ensure safety and efficiency after dark.
Technical Committee for Accreditation and Metrology in North Macedonia Holds 45th Session
Technical Committee for Accreditation and Metrology in North Macedonia Holds 45th Session
The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held the 45th session of Technical Committee ISRSM TK 18 - Accreditation, Conformity Assessment, and Metrology - on October 9, 2024, in Skopje.
Montenegro Establishes National Technical Committee for Postal Services Standardization
Montenegro Establishes National Technical Committee for Postal Services Standardization
Montenegro is set to enhance its postal services by establishing a National Technical Committee focused on standardization in this sector.
HZN Launches New Technical Committee for Sustainable Cities and Communities
HZN Launches New Technical Committee for Sustainable Cities and Communities
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has established a new technical committee, HZN/TO 584, focused on sustainable cities and communities.
Montenegro Hosts Training for Medical Laboratory Accreditation
Montenegro Hosts Training for Medical Laboratory Accreditation
ATCG held a four-day training session on medical laboratory accreditation per EN ISO 15189:2022 from September 23-26, 2024.
Agreks and Agrostok Achieve Halal Certification
Agreks and Agrostok Achieve Halal Certification
Agreks d.o.o. and Agrostok d.o.o. have successfully completed the process to earn the Halal certification under the BAS 1049:2023 standard.
Span Becomes First Croatian Company Certified for AI Management System
Span Becomes First Croatian Company Certified for AI Management System
Span d.d. is the first company in Croatia to successfully complete the certification audit for ISO/IEC 42001:2023.
Serbia to Introduce Food Fraud into Law with Stricter Penalties
Serbia to Introduce Food Fraud into Law with Stricter Penalties
Serbia is preparing amendments to its food safety laws to officially define “food fraud” and enforce tougher penalties.
The 90th Anniversary of Standardization in Serbia Concludes with Final Ceremony in Belgrade
The 90th Anniversary of Standardization in Serbia Concludes with Final Ceremony in Belgrade
A final ceremony was held at the Rectorate of the University of Belgrade on October 10, 2024, marking the conclusion of events celebrating 90 years of standardization in Serbia.
Unique Certification of Public Executor Ivan Jezdović from Paraćin
Unique Certification of Public Executor Ivan Jezdović from Paraćin
The international certification body TUV NORD announced the successful certification of the management system of Public Executor Ivan Jezdović from Paraćin.
Serbian Translation of Remote Auditing Guidelines for Management Systems Approved
Serbian Translation of Remote Auditing Guidelines for Management Systems Approved
On October 7, 2024, KS CASCO adopted the Serbian translation of ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024.
Public Consultation Launched for 427 Standards in Montenegro
Public Consultation Launched for 427 Standards in Montenegro
The Institute for Standardization of Montenegro has announced public consultation No. 5/2024, which covers 427 standards and related documents.

Global News

Applications Open for ISO Next Generation Award 2025
Applications Open for ISO Next Generation Award 2025
ISO has announced the opening of applications for the prestigious Next Generation Award 2025, which recognizes young professionals from ISO members championing sustainability-driven standardization and collaborative approaches.
OIML Marks 70th Anniversary with Special Logo in 2025
OIML Marks 70th Anniversary with Special Logo in 2025
The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) will celebrate its 70th Anniversary in 2025, commemorating the signing of its Convention on October 12, 1955.
New Joint Committee for Smart and Sustainable Cities Proposed
New Joint Committee for Smart and Sustainable Cities Proposed
A proposal for a new joint technical committee (JTC) under ISO and IEC focusing on Smart and Sustainable Cities and Communities has been submitted by AFNOR.
NIST Issues Three Standards to Secure Data Against Future Quantum Threats
NIST Issues Three Standards to Secure Data Against Future Quantum Threats
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) finalized three quantum-resistant algorithm standards this summer, marking a major milestone in preparing for quantum-powered encryption threats.
SQF Food Safety Edition 10 to Be Released in July 2025
SQF Food Safety Edition 10 to Be Released in July 2025
As 2025 begins, the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) has announced the release of SQF Edition 10 in July 2025, with implementation for auditing scheduled for the first half of 2026.
Revised FSC Ecosystem Services Procedure V2-0 Published to Highlight Positive Forest Management Impacts
Revised FSC Ecosystem Services Procedure V2-0 Published to Highlight Positive Forest Management Impacts
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published an updated framework to demonstrate the positive impacts of sustainable forest management on ecosystems.
Report Highlights Role of Quality Infrastructure in Scaling Net Zero
Report Highlights Role of Quality Infrastructure in Scaling Net Zero
A new report highlights how the Quality Infrastructure (QI) can accelerate the transition to net zero emissions.
Luxembourg Launches PCDS Platform to Strengthen Circular Economy Transparency
Luxembourg Launches PCDS Platform to Strengthen Circular Economy Transparency
Luxembourg has unveiled its Product Circularity Data Sheet (PCDS) platform, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to ensure supply chain transparency by standardizing circular data of products.
GFSI Unveils Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024 to Enhance Food Safety Worldwide
GFSI Unveils Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024 to Enhance Food Safety Worldwide
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has launched its updated Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, setting a new standard for global food safety.
More Standards Needed for Greener Heavy Transport
More Standards Needed for Greener Heavy Transport
Efforts to electrify heavy transport face significant challenges due to the absence of common standards.
Should standards become free and available to all?
Should standards become free and available to all?
- EU Commission and Standardization Bodies Seek Solutions for Access to Harmonized Standards -
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Registered in New Zealand
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Registered in New Zealand
The Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated or GLOBAC, was officially registered as a legal entity on December 6, 2024, in New Zealand.
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