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Metro China Earns BRCGS Certifications for Its Headquarters and Sites
Metro China Earns BRCGS Certifications for Its Headquarters and Sites
Metro China, also known as M Commerce Group (MCG), has earned major certifications from BRCGS following an audit carried out by SGS.
China to Lead ISO 17034 Revision for the First Time
China to Lead ISO 17034 Revision for the First Time
Marking a historic first, Chinese experts will lead the revision of ISO 17034, the international standard defining general requirements for the competence of reference material producers.
China Issues GB/T 46511, First National Standard for Digital Food Manufacturing Plants
China Issues GB/T 46511, First National Standard for Digital Food Manufacturing Plants
China has released its first national standard for digital food manufacturing, marking a major step toward unifying technical guidance in the sector.
IATF Recognizes CQC Following Restructuring of Automotive Certification Bodies in China
IATF Recognizes CQC Following Restructuring of Automotive Certification Bodies in China
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has reorganized its certification network in China by approving the separation of China Jiuding Automotive Supplier Certifications Co., Ltd. (CASC) into four independent certification bodies.
Hangzhou Summit Addresses Overseas Certification and Compliance for Chinese Automakers
Hangzhou Summit Addresses Overseas Certification and Compliance for Chinese Automakers
The 2025 Global Automotive Regulations Certification Summit was held in Hangzhou on October 17–18, bringing together more than 500 participants from over ten countries.
China Quality Certification Center Among First Accredited for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audits
China Quality Certification Center Among First Accredited for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audits
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has become one of the first professional institutions in China to receive accreditation for providing personal data protection compliance audits.
China Hosts World Standards Day Event, Showcases Standardization Initiatives
China Hosts World Standards Day Event, Showcases Standardization Initiatives
The 2025 World Standards Day main event was held in Beijing on October 14 under the theme “A Shared Vision for a Better World: Strengthening Partnerships for Sustainable Development.”
China Opens Consultation on New Rules for Online Catering Food Safety
China Opens Consultation on New Rules for Online Catering Food Safety
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has launched a public consultation on a draft regulation to strengthen food-safety responsibility for online catering platforms and the restaurants operating through them.
Nationwide Quality Month Campaign in China Continues with CQC Participation
Nationwide Quality Month Campaign in China Continues with CQC Participation
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) is continuing its nationwide activities for the 48th National Quality Month under the theme “Embracing Innovation and Green Growth, Safeguarding Quality.”
CNAS Prepares Random Supervision of Accredited Laboratories and Inspection Bodies for 2025
CNAS Prepares Random Supervision of Accredited Laboratories and Inspection Bodies for 2025
The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) will soon begin a round of random supervision for accredited laboratories and inspection bodies in 2025.
China Seeks Members for New ISO/IEC Directives Expert Group
China Seeks Members for New ISO/IEC Directives Expert Group
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has launched a call for experts to join a new group that will support China’s participation in the maintenance and revision of the ISO/IEC Directives.
Revised Chinese Forest Stewardship Standard Boosts Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
Revised Chinese Forest Stewardship Standard Boosts Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
China will implement a major revision of its Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS) on January 1, 2026,

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VDA Releases ISA 2027 Information Security Assessment Catalogue for TISAX
VDA Releases ISA 2027 Information Security Assessment Catalogue for TISAX
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has published ISA 2027, the next version of the Information Security Assessment (ISA) catalogue used by TISAX, an information security assessment and exchange mechanism for the automotive industry. 
Global Standards Updates Flagship GOTS Standard to Version 8.1
Global Standards Updates Flagship GOTS Standard to Version 8.1
The Global Standards (GS) has updated the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) to Version 8.1, its first revision since the major Version 8.0 release in March.
TÜV SÜD Acquires SustainCERT to Accelerate Digital Carbon Verification
TÜV SÜD Acquires SustainCERT to Accelerate Digital Carbon Verification
Germany-based testing, inspection and certification company TÜV SÜD has acquired climate verification platform SustainCERT
ISO 30201 Adds Human Resources to the ISO Management System Family
ISO 30201 Adds Human Resources to the ISO Management System Family
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 30201:2026, the first international requirements standard for human resources management systems.
ISO/PAS 25171 Provides First International Auditing Guide for ISO 21001 Educational Management Systems
ISO/PAS 25171 Provides First International Auditing Guide for ISO 21001 Educational Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/PAS 25171:2026, the first international guidance for auditing educational organization management systems under ISO 21001:2025.
Proposal Calls for ISO Committee on Responsible Business Practices and Sustainability Reporting
Proposal Calls for ISO Committee on Responsible Business Practices and Sustainability Reporting
An International Organization for Standardization (ISO) technical committee has been proposed to develop standards for responsible business practices and sustainability reporting.
CanadaGAP Version 11 Achieves GFSI Recognition Under 2024 Benchmark
CanadaGAP Version 11 Achieves GFSI Recognition Under 2024 Benchmark
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has recognized CanadaGAP Food Safety Program Version 11.0 against its 2024 Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs), allowing
ISO 9001:2026 Receives Final Approval Ahead of September Publication
ISO 9001:2026 Receives Final Approval Ahead of September Publication
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved the final draft of ISO 9001:2026 with overwhelming support, clearing the way for publication of the revised quality management standard, which is expected in September 2026.
Codex Defines When 'May Contain' Allergen Labels Are Justified
Codex Defines When 'May Contain' Allergen Labels Are Justified
New international guidance adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission aims to make 'may contain' allergen labels more consistent and trustworthy.
ISO 14025:2026 Brings First Major Update to Environmental Product Declarations in 20 Years
ISO 14025:2026 Brings First Major Update to Environmental Product Declarations in 20 Years
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14025:2026, the first major revision of the international standard for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) since 2006. 
ISO/IEC 27000 Updated With Clearer Guidance for Information Security Standards
ISO/IEC 27000 Updated With Clearer Guidance for Information Security Standards
ISO and IEC have updated ISO/IEC 27000, the guide to the ISO/IEC 27000 family of information security standards.
AIAG and VDA Publish Global Guide for Better Manufacturing Process Control
AIAG and VDA Publish Global Guide for Better Manufacturing Process Control
A new joint manual from the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) establishes a single international approach to monitoring and improving manufacturing processes.
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