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Accreditation in the Republic of Serbia: Voluntary but Often Crucial
Accreditation in the Republic of Serbia: Voluntary but Often Crucial
Accreditation in the Republic of Serbia is a voluntary process, as outlined by the Law on Accreditation.
Public Call for Participation in the Support Program for Companies to Adopt Business Principles in International Value Chains
Public Call for Participation in the Support Program for Companies to Adopt Business Principles in International Value Chains
The Development Agency of Serbia has extended the public call for the support program aimed at helping companies adopt international value chain business principles.
A New Mini e-Collection of Serbian Standards in the Field of Cybersecurity Available
A New Mini e-Collection of Serbian Standards in the Field of Cybersecurity Available
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia has made available a new mini e-collection of Serbian standards related to cybersecurity.
Competition for implementing ISO 9001 ISO 22000 and HACCP of Strong Alcoholic Beverage Producers in Vojvodina
Competition for implementing ISO 9001 ISO 22000 and HACCP of Strong Alcoholic Beverage Producers in Vojvodina
The competition is open to legal entities and entrepreneurs based in the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina.
Meet young professionals in European Standardization: Monika Mlakić, from Croatia
Meet young professionals in European Standardization: Monika Mlakić, from Croatia
Monika Mlakić, a Croatian expert in the construction sector, is featured in an interview series highlighting young professionals in European standardization.
IX Balkan Conference on Standardization
IX Balkan Conference on Standardization
Organized by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), the IX Balkan Conference on Standardization was held in Bled on July 4 and 5, 2024.
Romanian forest certification system under Public Consultation
Romanian forest certification system under Public Consultation
Stakeholders from around the world are invited to give feedback on the Romanian Forest Certification System.
Seminar on "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" Held in Tuzla
Seminar on "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" Held in Tuzla
On Friday, June 28, 2024, the Halal Quality Certification Agency organized a seminar titled "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" at the amphitheater of Behram-bey's Madrasa in Tuzla.
HZN Releases "eGlasilo" #6 2024
HZN Releases "eGlasilo" #6 2024
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has published the latest issue of its official newsletter, "HZN e-glasilo" which is released monthly. The most recent issue is "eGlasilo #6 2024."
 New Issue of "Standardization" Bulletin Available
 New Issue of "Standardization" Bulletin Available
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released a new issue of its bulletin, #2 from June 2024, this time dedicated to the importance of standardization in protecting against atmospheric discharge.
 "Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label Competition Announced for 2024
 "Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label Competition Announced for 2024
A competition has been announced for the right to use the "Best of Vojvodina" quality label for products, services, and events for the year 2024.

Global News

Addressing Biometric Fraud in Identity Documents With New ISO 20059
Addressing Biometric Fraud in Identity Documents With New ISO 20059
A new international standard, ISO/IEC 20059, has been launched to strengthen biometric systems against morphing attacks.
Global Report by Standards Australia and ISO Maps 1,122 Environmental Standards
Global Report by Standards Australia and ISO Maps 1,122 Environmental Standards
Standards Australia and the ISO have launched the first edition of the Global Environmental Data Standards Mapping report,
International Young Professionals Gather in Germany for DKE Camp on Smart Cities
International Young Professionals Gather in Germany for DKE Camp on Smart Cities
The DKE Young Professionals Camp 2025 brought together 18 young experts from 18 countries to explore how standards can foster innovation and sustainability, with smart cities as a central example.
IEEE SA Launches Interactive Platform for Popular Standards
IEEE SA Launches Interactive Platform for Popular Standards
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA), which operates under the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), has launched the Interactive Standards (IS) platform.
FSC Launches Survey on Revision of Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders
FSC Launches Survey on Revision of Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is revising its Trademark Use Guide for Promotional Licence Holders and is calling for input through a public survey open until October 2, 2025.
ISO 9001 Revision: Draft International Standard Published, Public Inquiry Starts
ISO 9001 Revision: Draft International Standard Published, Public Inquiry Starts
The Draft International Standard (DIS) of ISO 9001 was published on August 27, 2025, moving the revision of the world’s most widely adopted quality management system standard into the inquiry phase.
QEC Global Becomes First Oxebridge Q001 Certification Body
QEC Global Becomes First Oxebridge Q001 Certification Body
Quality Evaluation Center (QEC Global) of Portugal has become the world’s first accredited certification body to offer Oxebridge Q001 certification services.
Global Standard Launches Consultation on New Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard Launches Consultation on New Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has launched the public consultation for a new voluntary sustainability framework, the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS).
Draft ISO 45010 Guidance on Menstruation and Menopause in the Workplace Open for Comment
Draft ISO 45010 Guidance on Menstruation and Menopause in the Workplace Open for Comment
A draft international standard, ISO/DIS 45010, has been released for public consultation to guide workplaces in supporting employees through menstruation and menopause.
Global Rules for Plant-Based Food Labeling Laid Out in New ISO 87000
Global Rules for Plant-Based Food Labeling Laid Out in New ISO 87000
The growing global demand for plant-based foods has led to the publication of ISO 8700:2025,
Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM
Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM
The latest part of the ISO 19650 series, ISO 19650-6:2025, sets out how health and safety information should be shared and used throughout the life cycle of buildings and infrastructure.
IECEE Celebrates 40 Years of Driving Product Safety and International Trade
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.
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