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Serbia Hosts Event to Strengthen Digital Competence of Regional Accreditation Bodies
Serbia’s Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a two-day event aimed to boster the digital capabilities of regional accreditation bodies, focusing on adapting to new technologies.
Heineken Serbia Earns European Certification as Socially Responsible Employer
Heineken Serbia has become the first company in the country to receive the European-recognized "Socially Responsible Employer" umbrella certificate.
Sarajevo Airport Leads Bosnia with ISO 27701 Privacy Certification
Sarajevo International Airport has achieved ISO 27701 certification, becoming the first public company in Bosnia and Herzegovina to meet this standard for privacy information management.
Belgrade to Host Quality and Business Excellence Forum 2024 with 30th Quality Oscar Awards
The 33rd annual Quality and Business Excellence Forum 2024 will be held on November 13–14 in Belgrade, Serbia, at the Chamber of Commerce of Serbia.
Serbian Version of ISO 55000:2024 Asset Management Standard Released
KS CASCO officially adopted the Serbian version of ISO 55000:2024 on October 31, 2024.
Madig Mrežnica Achieves GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Certification for Sustainable Cabbage Production
Croatian sauerkraut producer Madig Mrežnica d.o.o., known for its cabbage sourced from controlled agricultural areas, has earned the GLOBALG.A.P. IFA v6 Smart certification.
Training on CE Marking Platform Prepares Western Balkans for EU Compliance
A training session on the "CE Marking Platform" took place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia.
The Province Finances Quality and Geographic Origin Certification - Food from Vojvodina Meets the Highest Standards
The Provincial Secretariat for Agriculture, Water Management, and Forestry has allocated one million dinars
Five-Year Standardization Strategy Unveiled by North Macedonia
North Macedonia revealed its National Standardization Strategy (NSS) for 2025-2029.
Zagrebački Holding Earns Certifications for Service Quality and Environmental Care
Zagrebački Holding received ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, confirming its high standards for service quality and environmental care.
Montenegro Hosts Roundtable on Medical Laboratory Accreditation
The Accreditation Body of Montenegro (ATCG) hosted a roundtable focused on the role and significance of medical laboratory accreditation.
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.Global News
IECEE Celebrates 40 Years of Driving Product Safety and International Trade
The IEC System of Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE) is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
VDA 19.1 Yellow Book Published With Expanded Cleanliness Inspection Rules
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has published the new English edition of the VDA 19.1 Yellow Book,
First Meeting of IWA 50 Launches Work on Hydrological Risk Standards
The first online meeting of IWA 50 will be held on October 7, marking the start of international work on guidelines and potential standards for managing floods, droughts, and water scarcity.
NIST Publishes New Cryptography Standard to Protect Small Devices
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized its NIST SP 800-232, a new standard to secure small, resource-limited electronics against cyberattacks.
CSQ Releases Cannabis Standards for Retail and Warehousing & Distribution, Updates Supplements
Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) has released new safety and quality standards for retail, warehousing and distribution, along with updated requirements for dietary supplement products.
China’s Zenith-Ward Pathfinders Team Wins Top Award at International Standards Olympiad
The 20th International Standards Olympiad, organized by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS),
EASI Model Becomes First Sustainability Governance Scheme Accredited by Accredia
The EASI Model has been introduced as the first governance scheme accredited by Accredia and open to independent certification.
Core Medical Device Safety Standard IEC 60601-1 Overhaul Puts Software, Connectivity and AI in Focus
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has launched a major revision of its foundational medical device safety standard, IEC 60601-1.
Geneva Meeting on Global Plastic Pollution Treaty Ends Without Agreement
The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) met in Geneva from August 5 to 15 to finalize a global, legally binding treaty on plastic pollution.
IAF Issues Framework for Tackling Risks of Counterfeit Certificates
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released IAF ID 17:2025, a new informative document that provides a framework for managing risks related to counterfeit certificates.
SGS Launches Guidances to Support Transition to New Versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
SGS has released two new guidance resources to help organizations prepare for the upcoming revisions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, both scheduled for release in 2026.
