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ATS Awards Accreditation Certificates to Conformity Assessment Bodies
ATS Awards Accreditation Certificates to Conformity Assessment Bodies
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has awarded certificates to conformity assessment bodies that obtained or renewed their accreditations between June and December 2024.
First 27 Montenegro Quality Certificates Awarded to Tourism Businesses
First 27 Montenegro Quality Certificates Awarded to Tourism Businesses
The National Tourism Organization of Montenegro (NTO CG), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, has awarded the first Montenegro Quality certificates to 27 tourism businesses.
Republika Srpska Opens Public Consultation on Organic Production Law
Republika Srpska Opens Public Consultation on Organic Production Law
The Organic Production Law Draft in Republika Srpska has entered a 90-day public consultation period.
28 New Users Earn "The Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label
28 New Users Earn "The Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label
Twenty-eight new users have earned the "The Best of Vojvodina" quality label, recognizing their excellence in products, services, programs, events, and traditional crafts.
ISRSM Assembly Reviews Accomplishments and Plans Strategic Priorities at 22nd Session
ISRSM Assembly Reviews Accomplishments and Plans Strategic Priorities at 22nd Session
The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held its 22nd Assembly Session on December 18, 2024.
ATS Hosts Annual Meeting of Evaluators and Technical Experts in Belgrade
ATS Hosts Annual Meeting of Evaluators and Technical Experts in Belgrade
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) hosted its annual meeting of evaluators and technical experts on December 16–17, 2024.
Southern Serbia Specialty Leskovačka Ljutenica Earns International Recognition
Southern Serbia Specialty Leskovačka Ljutenica Earns International Recognition
Leskovačka ljutenica, a traditional spicy vegetable relish from southern Serbia, has been officially certified and registered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva.
ISRSM Holds First Session of Technical Committee for Intelligent Transport Systems
ISRSM Holds First Session of Technical Committee for Intelligent Transport Systems
The Institute for Standardization of the Republic of North Macedonia (ISRSM) held the first session of its newly formed Technical Committee - TC for Intelligent Transport Systems (ISRSM TC 48) on December 12, 2024, at its headquarters.
ISBIH Marks Institute Day With Reception Honoring Contributors
ISBIH Marks Institute Day With Reception Honoring Contributors
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) celebrated its Institute Day on December 10, 2024, with a reception organized by Director Aleksandar Todorović.
Confectionery Kraš Captures Triple Recertification for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management
Confectionery Kraš Captures Triple Recertification for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management
Kraš d.d., a prominent Croatian confectionery company, has successfully achieved triple recertification through Quality Austria Adriatic.
Croatia Establishes New Technical Committee for Digital Identification Standards
Croatia Establishes New Technical Committee for Digital Identification Standards
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has announced the formation of a new technical committee, HZN/TO 585 – Digital Identification, and invites members and organizations to participate in its activities.
Proven Quality Label for Croatian Honey Guarantees Premium Quality, Local Origin, and Strict Oversight
Proven Quality Label for Croatian Honey Guarantees Premium Quality, Local Origin, and Strict Oversight
Croatian honey carrying the Proven Quality – Croatia label guarantees premium quality, local origin, and strict production oversight.

Global News

ISO 14001 Draft Update Released and Open for Comments
ISO 14001 Draft Update Released and Open for Comments
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a draft update for ISO 14001, the global standard for environmental management systems.
GAEI, a New Tool to Measure Accreditation Capability Worldwide
GAEI, a New Tool to Measure Accreditation Capability Worldwide
The latest IAF Outlook newsletter introduces the Global Accreditation Experience Index (GAEI), a new tool measuring accreditation capability worldwide.
BSI Unveils Free Net-Zero Guide to Help SMEs Cut Emissions
BSI Unveils Free Net-Zero Guide to Help SMEs Cut Emissions
BSI has launched a free standard to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop net-zero transition plans.
Update of IFS Split Audit Protocol puts sharper Risk Controls and Planning in Focus
Update of IFS Split Audit Protocol puts sharper Risk Controls and Planning in Focus
IFS has released version 2 of its Split Audit Protocol, providing updated guidance for audits conducted both on-site and remotely.
IAF Releases January Outlook Newsletter: Updates on MLA Expansion, COP 29, and Leadership Strategies
IAF Releases January Outlook Newsletter: Updates on MLA Expansion, COP 29, and Leadership Strategies
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published its latest Outlook newsletter, featuring significant updates in accreditation and conformity assessment.
GM Tightens Supplier Rules With Stricter Inspections and New Reporting
GM Tightens Supplier Rules With Stricter Inspections and New Reporting
General Motors (GM) has revised its Customer Specific Requirements for IATF 16949, effective January 31, 2025.
No Deal! SGS and Bureau Veritas End Merger Negotiations
No Deal! SGS and Bureau Veritas End Merger Negotiations
SGS and Bureau Veritas have ended merger talks without reaching an agreement, which could have created a €32 billion leader in testing and certification services.
PEFC Launches Survey to Revise Project Certification Requirements
PEFC Launches Survey to Revise Project Certification Requirements
PEFC has opened a survey to gather stakeholder feedback on updating its Project Certification requirements.
Benchmark Organic Textile Standard GOTS Version 8.0 Open for Public Consultation
Benchmark Organic Textile Standard GOTS Version 8.0 Open for Public Consultation
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), an internationally recognized certification standard for organic textiles, is currently under revision, with public consultation open for Version 8.0.
ISO 17025 Clarification: Standard Methods Don’t Require Validation Unless Modified
ISO 17025 Clarification: Standard Methods Don’t Require Validation Unless Modified
ISO has clarified that standard methods from organizations like ASTM are already validated and do not require extra testing by laboratories unless modified or used outside their intended purpose.
New ISO Subcommittee to Standardize Biological and Technical Component Integration
New ISO Subcommittee to Standardize Biological and Technical Component Integration
The ISO subcommittee for Microphysiological Systems (MPS) and Organ-on-Chip (OoC) has been approved and established under ISO/TC 276 Biotechnology.
Latest News About the ISO 9001 Revision
Latest News About the ISO 9001 Revision
The Second Committee Draft (CD2) of ISO 9001 has been released for comments by SC 2 members.
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