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Montenegrin Institute for Metrology Receives New Lab Equipment to Boost Accuracy
Montenegrin Institute for Metrology Receives New Lab Equipment to Boost Accuracy
Montenegro’s Institute for Metrology has received cutting-edge lab equipment
Montenegrin Tourism Board Launches Online Reputation Reports for Quality Assessment
Montenegrin Tourism Board Launches Online Reputation Reports for Quality Assessment
The Montenegrin Tourism Board is offering businesses the opportunity to improve their services by
Proving Sustainability in Croatia: ESG Reports Under Scrutiny
Proving Sustainability in Croatia: ESG Reports Under Scrutiny
Sustainability reports in Croatia are no longer a formality,
August Issue of the Official Gazette of the Croatian Standards Institute Focuses on Sustainability
August Issue of the Official Gazette of the Croatian Standards Institute Focuses on Sustainability
In the August issue of the Official Gazette of the Croatian Standards Institute (HZN),
Umka Board Mill Recognized for Ethical Labor Practices by Bureau Veritas Serbia
Umka Board Mill Recognized for Ethical Labor Practices by Bureau Veritas Serbia
Umka Board Mill, a leading recycled cardboard manufacturer in Southeast Europe,
Vlahović Grupa Becomes First EU Lobbying Firm Certified for ISO Anti-Bribery Standard
Vlahović Grupa Becomes First EU Lobbying Firm Certified for ISO Anti-Bribery Standard
It seems the fight against bribery just got a certified upgrade.
ISO recertification of Montenegrin Telekom completed for Security and Quality Systems
ISO recertification of Montenegrin Telekom completed for Security and Quality Systems
Montenegrin Telekom has successfully completed its ISO recertification process,
Croatian Island Products Highlighted in New Web Catalog
Croatian Island Products Highlighted in New Web Catalog
A new web catalog dedicated to showcasing Croatian island products has launched, making it easier for consumers to discover a wide variety of certified goods from local producers.
ISBIH releases Issue 2/24 of Standards Bulletin
ISBIH releases Issue 2/24 of Standards Bulletin
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has published
The winners of the video competition about the importance of using standards have been announced
The winners of the video competition about the importance of using standards have been announced
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has revealed the winners of its video contest, proving that even seemingly ordinary topics like standards can spark creativity and fascination.
Consumers in Serbia demand Better Quality Products with Fewer Additives
Consumers in Serbia demand Better Quality Products with Fewer Additives
It seems consumers in Serbia are turning their taste buds toward healthier options, cutting down on the artificial.
Majevica Honey Set to Receive Geographic Protection by Year-End
Majevica Honey Set to Receive Geographic Protection by Year-End
It’s not every day that honey makes headlines, but this isn’t just any honey. By the end of this year, Majevica honey, a beloved product from the Majevica region, is expected to receive official geographic protection.

Global News

GLOBALG.A.P. to Meet All Three Pillars of FSI "Basket of Standards" for Flowers Soon
GLOBALG.A.P. to Meet All Three Pillars of FSI "Basket of Standards" for Flowers Soon
In 2025, GLOBALG.A.P. will align its solutions with all three pillars of the Floriculture Sustainability Initiative's (FSI) "Basket of Standards", enhancing responsible sourcing in the floriculture sector.
ISO 27028 Expected in 2025: New Framework for Tailoring Security Attributes
ISO 27028 Expected in 2025: New Framework for Tailoring Security Attributes
ISO is currently developing ISO 27028, a guideline on attributes aligned with ISO/IEC 27002:2022.
FSSC Launches Resource Library for Social Sustainability Consultants
FSSC Launches Resource Library for Social Sustainability Consultants
Foundation FSSC has launched the FSSC 24000 Consultants Resource Library to support consultants specializing in the social component of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) management.
IFS Commodity List Helps Businesses Assess Risks—Brochure Explains How
IFS Commodity List Helps Businesses Assess Risks—Brochure Explains How
The IFS Commodity List plays a key role in the IFS Supply Chain Processes Check, an annual assessment that ensures companies have effective processes to analyze commodity-related risks.
PEFC Seeks Feedback on Three New RED III Standards
PEFC Seeks Feedback on Three New RED III Standards
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting stakeholders worldwide to comment on three newly developed standards under the Renewable Energy Directive 2023/2413 (RED III).
Portugal Pioneers the First Global Standard for Startup Quality and Innovation
Portugal Pioneers the First Global Standard for Startup Quality and Innovation
The Portuguese Standardization Body, Instituto Português da Qualidade (IPQ) has launched NP 4595, a pioneering standard designed to help startups improve quality management and innovation.
IFS Updates Guideline for Logistics Audit Checklist
IFS Updates Guideline for Logistics Audit Checklist
IFS has updated its Guideline for the IFS Logistics Audit Checklist to align with IFS Logistics version 3.
Volvo and GM Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949
Volvo and GM Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949
Volvo Group and General Motors have updated their customer-specific requirements (CSRs) for IATF 16949, the automotive quality management system standard.
IRIS Certification News: Railway Quality Management Upgrades with Rev. 4 and Siemens Mobility’s Gold Award
IRIS Certification News: Railway Quality Management Upgrades with Rev. 4 and Siemens Mobility’s Gold Award
The International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) underwent significant updates with the implementation of Revision 4 in April 2024, introducing key changes to improve quality management for railway sector companies.
Draft Revision of ISO 17020 for Inspection Bodies Open for Voting
Draft Revision of ISO 17020 for Inspection Bodies Open for Voting
The ISO International Organization for Standardization Committee on Conformity Assessment (CASCO) has released a draft revision of ISO/IEC 17020, which sets competence requirements for inspection bodies.
Survey Launched to Improve ISO 59000 Circular Economy Standards
Survey Launched to Improve ISO 59000 Circular Economy Standards
The ISO/TC 323 Technical Committee on Circular Economy has launched a survey, open from February 4 to April 4, 2025, to gather feedback on three foundational standards within its scope - ISO 59004, ISO 59010, and ISO 59020.
ETSI Creates Group to Define 6G Standards, Welcomes Expert Contributions
ETSI Creates Group to Define 6G Standards, Welcomes Expert Contributions
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has launched a new working group to define the requirements for the upcoming sixth-generation (6G) mobile network.
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