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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.
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.

Global News

Iceland Proposes New ISO Committee for Children’s Rights Management
Iceland Proposes New ISO Committee for Children’s Rights Management
The Icelandic Standards (IST) has submitted a proposal to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to establish a new technical committee, ISO/TC on Children’s Rights Management.
IFAN 2025 Survey Finds Cost and Complexity Still Blocking Standards Use
IFAN 2025 Survey Finds Cost and Complexity Still Blocking Standards Use
The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN) has released its 2025 International Standards Users Survey, drawing insights from a record 861 organizations worldwide.
IEEE Reveals 2025 Award Winners for Excellence in Standards Development
IEEE Reveals 2025 Award Winners for Excellence in Standards Development
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) announced the 2025 recipients of its annual awards, recognizing individuals and groups who made significant contributions to international standards.
IAF and ILAC Replaced at Year End as New Global Accreditation Body Takes Over
IAF and ILAC Replaced at Year End as New Global Accreditation Body Takes Over
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) will begin dissolution processes on January 1, 2026,
ISO 17620 published to support global biodiversity preservation and sustainable development
ISO 17620 published to support global biodiversity preservation and sustainable development
A new international standard, ISO 17620:2025, has been published to help ensure that development projects protect, preserve, and enhance biodiversity worldwide.
IATA Launches Integrated Sustainability Program for Airlines
IATA Launches Integrated Sustainability Program for Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has introduced the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP), a comprehensive certification and assessment framework tailored for airlines.
UL Solutions Expands ECOLOGO Certification to Industrial and Energy Equipment
UL Solutions Expands ECOLOGO Certification to Industrial and Energy Equipment
UL Solutions has expanded its ECOLOGO certification program to cover industrial and energy automation equipment, helping manufacturers verify sustainability claims through science-based, multi-attribute standards.
PEFC Launches Consultation on Updated Project Sourcing Standard and Requirements
PEFC Launches Consultation on Updated Project Sourcing Standard and Requirements
PEFC International has opened a 60-day public consultation, running from October 24 to December 23, to review proposed updates to its project certification requirements.
ISO 17298 Embeds Biodiversity in Business Strategy, Signaling a Shift in Finance
ISO 17298 Embeds Biodiversity in Business Strategy, Signaling a Shift in Finance
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 17298, a new global standard that makes biodiversity part of business strategy and financial decision-making.
ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles
ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 54002:2025, a new guidance document to help police organizations apply the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 in their operations.
Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
The 2025 update of ISO 27701 marks a major shift in privacy management, turning the standard into a fully independent, certifiable framework.
Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7
Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7
The Foundation FSSC has started developing Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 certification scheme.
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