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Serbia Translates ISO 45006 for Managing Infectious Disease Risks at Work
Serbia Translates ISO 45006 for Managing Infectious Disease Risks at Work
On December 30, 2024, Serbia published SRPS ISO 45006:2024, offering guidance to organizations on preventing, controlling, and managing exposure to infectious agents in the workplace.
Training on Laboratory Accreditation Standards for Five Lead Assessor Candidates
Training on Laboratory Accreditation Standards for Five Lead Assessor Candidates
The Institute for Accreditation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BATA) conducted training for lead assessor candidates from January 14 to 16, 2025.
Serbia Publishes Updated Rules for Evaluating Measurement Uncertainty
Serbia Publishes Updated Rules for Evaluating Measurement Uncertainty
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has released the updated Rules for Evaluating Measurement Uncertainty (ATS-PA06), version 4/0, effective January 17, 2025.
Soils Take Center Stage in Latest BDS Compass Magazine
Soils Take Center Stage in Latest BDS Compass Magazine
The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) has dedicated the latest issue of its online magazine, BDS Compass, to the critical topic of soil standardization.
Serbia Releases ESG Framework Translation Following Recent Global Publication
Serbia Releases ESG Framework Translation Following Recent Global Publication
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has published the national translation of ISO’s IWA 48:2024, a framework for applying ESG principles.
Dr. Oetker Earns Halal Certification for Products Manufactured in Hungary
Dr. Oetker Earns Halal Certification for Products Manufactured in Hungary
Dr. Oetker, a well-known food manufacturer specializing in baking and dessert products, has obtained Halal certification for 26 of its products manufactured in Hungary.
Croatian Accreditation Agency Revises Frequency of Surveillance Assessments
Croatian Accreditation Agency Revises Frequency of Surveillance Assessments
The Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) announced that changes to the frequency of regular surveillance assessments came into effect on January 8, 2025.
December Issue of HZN e-Bulletin Features Expert Council Session and Student Visit
December Issue of HZN e-Bulletin Features Expert Council Session and Student Visit
The December 2024 issue of the HZN e-bulletin is now available, featuring updates on recent activities and milestones.
Croatia Commits €20 Million to Support Certification of Small and Medium Businesses
Croatia Commits €20 Million to Support Certification of Small and Medium Businesses
The Croatian Ministry of Economy announced on December 23, 2024, a call for applications for grants under the program Support for Business Certification and Management System Implementation.
Serbia Publishes Guide on Information Security Systems for Small and Medium Enterprises
Serbia Publishes Guide on Information Security Systems for Small and Medium Enterprises
The Serbian Standards Institute (ISS) has released a Serbian-language translation of the ISO guide for implementing information security management systems (ISMS) tailored to small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Standardizing Body of Bosnia and Herzegovina Marks Annual Institute Day
Standardizing Body of Bosnia and Herzegovina Marks Annual Institute Day
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) marked its annual Institute Day on December 28, 2024, highlighting the year’s achievements and ongoing commitment to standardization.
Macedonian Standardization Body Reviews Key 2024 Activities
Macedonian Standardization Body Reviews Key 2024 Activities
The ISRSM (Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia) has released "ISRSM Info 2024,"

Global News

ISO 18060 Sets Global Rules to Measure Tourism Environmental and Social Impact
ISO 18060 Sets Global Rules to Measure Tourism Environmental and Social Impact
ISO 18060, a newly published international standard from January 2026, sets out a global framework to help tourism organizations measure their environmental, social, human, and economic impacts in a consistent and comparable way.
IFS Introduces Local Check to Support Small-Scale Food Producers
IFS Introduces Local Check to Support Small-Scale Food Producers
International Featured Standards (IFS) has introduced IFS Local, a new annual standalone food safety check designed to help small-scale and artisanal food producers demonstrate
FSC Releases Revised Trademark Standard and Starts Rollout for Certificate Holders
FSC Releases Revised Trademark Standard and Starts Rollout for Certificate Holders
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has released a revised trademark standard and has started rolling out guidance and support materials to help organizations transition to the updated requirements.
ISO 22095 Parts 2 And 3 Define Rules For Material Tracking Chain Of Custody Models
ISO 22095 Parts 2 And 3 Define Rules For Material Tracking Chain Of Custody Models
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22095-2 and ISO 22095-3, two new international standards that
CSR Labels and ISO 26000 Linked to Improved Business Performance
CSR Labels and ISO 26000 Linked to Improved Business Performance
A new international study by Responsibility Europe finds that organizations using recognized CSR (corporate social responsibility) labels outperform others economically and organizationally, confirming the growing importance of CSR frameworks and ISO 26000 worldwide.
Work Begins on Two Agrifood Data System Standards
Work Begins on Two Agrifood Data System Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has started work on two new international standards for agrifood data systems through ISO/TC 347, focused on crop data definitions and data exchange in greenhouse production.
ISO 17024 Enters Final Publication Stage
ISO 17024 Enters Final Publication Stage
The revision of ISO/IEC 17024, the international standard that sets requirements for bodies certifying persons, has entered its final publication stage, with release expected in March 2026.
MDSAP Updates Audit Approach Toward Risk-Based Assessments
MDSAP Updates Audit Approach Toward Risk-Based Assessments
The Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) has updated its audit approach, marking a notable shift in how medical device manufacturers are evaluated across participating regulatory jurisdictions.
AIAG–VDA Release Harmonized SPC Yellow Volume for Automotive Industry
AIAG–VDA Release Harmonized SPC Yellow Volume for Automotive Industry
The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) have released a joint Statistical Process Control (SPC) Manual. 
IAF Adds ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint To Its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement
IAF Adds ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint To Its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has decided to include ISO 14067 in its Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (IAF MLA), extending mutual recognition to
BRCGS Publishes FAQ For Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS Publishes FAQ For Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released a new frequently asked questions (FAQ) document to support the implementation of the Global Standard Packaging Materials Issue 7.
GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Version 6 Audits Now Available for Combinable Crops and Plant Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Version 6 Audits Now Available for Combinable Crops and Plant Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has confirmed that audits are now available under Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 for combinable crops and plant propagation material, two product categories within the IFA certification framework.
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