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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.
Serbia begins development of Quality Infrastructure Strategy for 2030
Serbia begins development of Quality Infrastructure Strategy for 2030
The Serbian Ministry of Economy has initiated consultations to draft the Quality Infrastructure Development Strategy for 2025-2030.
ATS publishes 2023 annual report highlighting achievements and new initiatives
ATS publishes 2023 annual report highlighting achievements and new initiatives
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has released its 2023 Annual Report, detailing key achievements and activities.
Montenegro launches public discussion on new standards
Montenegro launches public discussion on new standards
The Institute for Standardization of Montenegro (ISME) has initiated a public discussion on nine new draft standards.
New lists of Serbian standards in the field of LVD and EMC
New lists of Serbian standards in the field of LVD and EMC
Serbian Standards updated for LVD and EMC fields.

Global News

Global Experts Gather in Australia to Advance Revision of ISO 20387 Biobanking Standard
Global Experts Gather in Australia to Advance Revision of ISO 20387 Biobanking Standard
ISO/TC 276 Biotechnology technical committee held its annual plenary in Cairns, Australia, bringing together experts from 41 countries to focus on revising ISO 20387, the international standard for biobanking.
IAF PL 3 Issue 5 Refines Process for Adding New Areas to Global Accreditation System
IAF PL 3 Issue 5 Refines Process for Adding New Areas to Global Accreditation System
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published Issue 5 of IAF PL 3, its policy on the structure of the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) and how new areas can be added.
How IEEE’s Cybersecurity Certification Supports Connected Medical Devices
How IEEE’s Cybersecurity Certification Supports Connected Medical Devices
The IEEE Standards Association is advancing efforts to safeguard connected medical devices through its IEEE Medical Device Cybersecurity Certification Program.
ISO 42005 Sets Global Framework for AI System Impact Assessment
ISO 42005 Sets Global Framework for AI System Impact Assessment
ISO and IEC have released ISO/IEC 42005:2025, a new international standard that helps organizations assess how AI systems affect individuals and society.
New Decision Tree Explains Food Safety Risk Levels in FSSC Version 2.0
New Decision Tree Explains Food Safety Risk Levels in FSSC Version 2.0
Foundation FSSC has published a new decision tree to help food businesses determine whether a control measure should be classified as a Critical Control Point (CCP) or an Operational Prerequisite Program (oPRP).
IAFP Honors Sobeys With 2025 Black Pearl Award for Food Safety Excellence
IAFP Honors Sobeys With 2025 Black Pearl Award for Food Safety Excellence
Sobeys Inc. has been named the 2025 recipient of the Black Pearl Award by the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP),
IAF Outlook May 2025 Spotlights UNIDO Partnership and Regional Developments in Africa
IAF Outlook May 2025 Spotlights UNIDO Partnership and Regional Developments in Africa
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published the May 2025 edition of its newsletter IAF Outlook, spotlighting major partnerships, technological advances, and accreditation efforts across regions.
Tech Giants Back New Standard to Clarify End-of-Life Security Timelines
Tech Giants Back New Standard to Clarify End-of-Life Security Timelines
A group of leading tech firms has proposed a new standard, called OpenEoX, to streamline how companies disclose product end-of-life and end-of-support dates.
ISO Launches Pilot Licensing Model With New Duties for Certification Bodies
ISO Launches Pilot Licensing Model With New Duties for Certification Bodies
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a pilot of its Differentiated Licensing Model (DML), introducing major changes to how standards are accessed, priced, and controlled.
Sixteenth Meeting of WG 29 Advances ISO 9001 Revision
Sixteenth Meeting of WG 29 Advances ISO 9001 Revision
ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, the working group responsible for revising ISO 9001, met online for its sixteenth session on May 14, 2025.
IATF Celebrates 100,000 Certified Sites as Global Automotive Sector Raises the Bar
IATF Celebrates 100,000 Certified Sites as Global Automotive Sector Raises the Bar
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has surpassed 100,000 certified sites worldwide under the IATF 16949 standard, marking a significant milestone in automotive quality management.
FSSC Expands Development Program to Include Packaging and Strengthen Food Safety Support for SMEs
FSSC Expands Development Program to Include Packaging and Strengthen Food Safety Support for SMEs
Foundation FSSC has released Version 2.0 of the FSSC Development Program, expanding its support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food sector.
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