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ISS Publishes New Issue of 'Standardization' Bulletin
ISS Publishes New Issue of 'Standardization' Bulletin
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released the latest issue of its bulletin, Standardization, featuring diverse topics in the field of standardization.
ATS Awards Accreditation Certificates to Conformity Assessment Bodies
ATS Awards Accreditation Certificates to Conformity Assessment Bodies
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has awarded certificates to conformity assessment bodies that obtained or renewed their accreditations between June and December 2024.
First 27 Montenegro Quality Certificates Awarded to Tourism Businesses
First 27 Montenegro Quality Certificates Awarded to Tourism Businesses
The National Tourism Organization of Montenegro (NTO CG), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, has awarded the first Montenegro Quality certificates to 27 tourism businesses.
Republika Srpska Opens Public Consultation on Organic Production Law
Republika Srpska Opens Public Consultation on Organic Production Law
The Organic Production Law Draft in Republika Srpska has entered a 90-day public consultation period.
28 New Users Earn "The Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label
28 New Users Earn "The Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label
Twenty-eight new users have earned the "The Best of Vojvodina" quality label, recognizing their excellence in products, services, programs, events, and traditional crafts.
ISRSM Assembly Reviews Accomplishments and Plans Strategic Priorities at 22nd Session
ISRSM Assembly Reviews Accomplishments and Plans Strategic Priorities at 22nd Session
The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held its 22nd Assembly Session on December 18, 2024.
ATS Hosts Annual Meeting of Evaluators and Technical Experts in Belgrade
ATS Hosts Annual Meeting of Evaluators and Technical Experts in Belgrade
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) hosted its annual meeting of evaluators and technical experts on December 16–17, 2024.
Southern Serbia Specialty Leskovačka Ljutenica Earns International Recognition
Southern Serbia Specialty Leskovačka Ljutenica Earns International Recognition
Leskovačka ljutenica, a traditional spicy vegetable relish from southern Serbia, has been officially certified and registered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva.
ISRSM Holds First Session of Technical Committee for Intelligent Transport Systems
ISRSM Holds First Session of Technical Committee for Intelligent Transport Systems
The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held the first session of its newly formed Technical Committee - TC for Intelligent Transport Systems (ISRSM TC 48) on December 12, 2024, at its headquarters.
ISBIH Marks Institute Day With Reception Honoring Contributors
ISBIH Marks Institute Day With Reception Honoring Contributors
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) celebrated its Institute Day on December 10, 2024, with a reception organized by Director Aleksandar Todorović.
Confectionery Kraš Captures Triple Recertification for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management
Confectionery Kraš Captures Triple Recertification for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management
Kraš d.d., a prominent Croatian confectionery company, has successfully achieved triple recertification through Quality Austria Adriatic.
Croatia Establishes New Technical Committee for Digital Identification Standards
Croatia Establishes New Technical Committee for Digital Identification Standards
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has announced the formation of a new technical committee, HZN/TO 585 – Digital Identification, and invites members and organizations to participate in its activities.

Global News

41 WTO Countries Demand GLOBAC Changes as DAkkS Pushes to Delay ILAC Dissolution
41 WTO Countries Demand GLOBAC Changes as DAkkS Pushes to Delay ILAC Dissolution
A coalition of 41 national accreditation bodies from WTO member states -
Global Specification ISO 6254 Sets Out Framework for Transparent AI Decision-Making
ISO 9002 Revision Reaches Working Draft Stage
ISO 9002 Revision Reaches Working Draft Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has prepared a Working Draft (WD) and a
IFS Publishes White Paper to Support Allergen Management During Food Audits
IFS Publishes White Paper to Support Allergen Management During Food Audits
IFS has released a new white paper that compiles official references to help
Epeaswitzerland Issues Three Digital Product Passports as Global Standards Advance
Epeaswitzerland Issues Three Digital Product Passports as Global Standards Advance
Epeaswitzerland gmbh has announced that it has issued three digital product passports under its
Made in Germany Tops Global Rankings as Most Trusted Product Label
Made in Germany Tops Global Rankings as Most Trusted Product Label
Despite reports that the ‘Made in Germany’ label is losing ground as companies look abroad,
CEN Developing New Specification for Textile Waste Collection and Sorting
CEN Developing New Specification for Textile Waste Collection and Sorting
Work has started on a new European Technical Specification (TS) for the collection, processing, sorting, and storage of used textiles and textile waste.
IEC Young Professionals Programme Names New Leaders for 2025
IEC Young Professionals Programme Names New Leaders for 2025
Three new leaders have been chosen to guide the next generation of experts in the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) Young Professionals (YP) Programme.
ISO/DIS 20001 on Food Loss and Waste Management Enters Public Inquiry
ISO/DIS 20001 on Food Loss and Waste Management Enters Public Inquiry
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has opened a 12-week public inquiry on the draft standard ISO/DIS 20001, focused on reducing food loss and waste across the supply chain.
Four High-Impact ISO Standards Revision Tracker: Parallel Reviews Set for 2026 Completion
Four High-Impact ISO Standards Revision Tracker: Parallel Reviews Set for 2026 Completion
Four cornerstone standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) - ISO 9001, ISO 9000, ISO 19011, and ISO 14001
ISO 42005 and How to Master AI Impact Assessments: INCITS Launches Video Series
ISO 42005 and How to Master AI Impact Assessments: INCITS Launches Video Series
The InterNational Committee for Information Technology Standards (INCITS) has launched a YouTube video series to help organizations apply ISO 42005.
EA Approves Conditional Membership in Global Accreditation Cooperation - GLOBAC
EA Approves Conditional Membership in Global Accreditation Cooperation - GLOBAC
The European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has voted to apply for membership in the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (GLOBAC), but only if key governance changes are made.
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