UNI 11337-8 Sets Framework for Managing Digital Processes in Construction Sector

The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has published UNI 11337-8:2026, now in force as of April 9,

ISO 14001 Update, Digital Twins and IoT Featured in UNE Magazine

The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has released the April 2026 issue of its Revista UNE,

Winners Of The 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me" Announced

The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has announced the results of the 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me", drawing strong participation from students and teachers across Poland.

AI Certification and CBAM Featured in March Accredia Letter

The Italian Accreditation Body (Accredia) has released the March edition of its Accredia Letter, highlighting key developments in accreditation, certification, and regulatory updates.

Dutch Healthcare Information Security Standard Updated to Align With ISO 27799

The Royal Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has published an amendment to NEN 7510-2 to align it with ISO 27799,

ISO 37001 Transition in Poland Clarified for Certified Organizations

The Certification Center for Quality (CCJ) explains how organizations certified to ISO 37001, the anti-bribery management systems standard (ABMS),

Lubimar First Certified Under Unified ASC Farm Standard

Lubimar, a seabass and seabream farm in southern Spain, has become the first to be certified to the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Farm Standard.

Czech National Awards Extend Application Deadline To April 21

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MIT) and the Quality Council of the Czech Republic (RKČR) have extended the application deadline for the 26th National Awards of the Czech Republic from March 31 to April 21, 2026.

SIST Names Young Ambassadors of Standardization for 2026

The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has selected four young engineers as its Young Ambassadors of Standardization for 2026, following its Autumn School held in November 2025 in Ljubljana. 

Croatian Standards Institute Hosts 5th Expert Council Session in Zagreb

The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) held the 5th session of its Expert Council in Zagreb, bringing together 269 members to strengthen cooperation and participation in standardization. 

Burgundy Region Program Helps Firms Prepare for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Updates

The Burgundy-Franche-Comté regional branch of the French Quality Movement (MFQ-BFC) has launched a support program to help organizations prepare for upcoming updates to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

UNE Opens Submissions For 2026 Standardization Awards

The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has opened applications for the 2026 edition of its annual standardization awards,

ISO 14001 Fourth Edition Officially Released

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14001:2026, marking the release of the fourth edition of the world’s most widely used environmental management systems standard. 

Global ACI Introduced: IAF and ILAC Successor Presents New Identity

A new international accreditation body, Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, has introduced a new identity as Global ACI, including a logo and communication channels after starting operations on January 1, 2026.

ISO 17067 Revision Expands Conformity Assessment Schemes

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Committee on Conformity Assessment (CASCO) is revising ISO/IEC 17067 to expand its scope from product certification to a broader framework for conformity assessment schemes.

ISO Establishes Working Group on Environmental and Social Impact Data in Agrifood Systems

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has set up a new working group under ISO/TC 347 to develop a standardized way to record and share data on environmental and social impacts across agrifood supply chains.

European AI Standard for Computer Vision prEN 18281 Enters Public Enquiry

A European draft standard, prEN 18281, for evaluating AI systems that analyze images and video has entered public enquiry, setting out how such systems should be assessed as part of the broader framework supporting the EU AI Act.

Work Begins on IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Safety Standard Update

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has begun work on updating IEC 60601-1, the core standard for the safety and essential performance of medical electrical equipment.

ISSB Proposes Updates to Three SASB Standards, Refining Sustainability Reporting in Agriculture, Food and Power

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued a consultation on proposed amendments to three Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards to support alignment with IFRS S1 and IFRS S2,

FSC Proposes New Approach To Intact Forest Landscapes Protection

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched two public consultations on draft Advice Notes to strengthen how Intact Forest Landscapes (IFLs) are managed and protected.

VDA Releases Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd Revised Edition for Public Review

The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) Quality Management Center (QMC) has released the Automotive SPICE Yellow Volume 3rd revised edition, opening a public feedback period until May 12, 2026.

Technical Guides Explain 2026 Updates to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

Global certification body Bureau Veritas has released two technical guides on the revised versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001,

VDA 20 Guide on AI in Quality Management Opens for Feedback

The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released VDA 20 – AI in Quality Management as a draft document and opened it for public feedback until June 30, 2026,

ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.