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EU Plans Import Ban on Food Not Meeting Its Standards
The European Commission is set to propose a ban on importing food products that do not comply with EU standards, aiming to protect local farmers.
EFSA Launches EU Model to Assess Pesticide Risks for Honey Bees
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has introduced ApisRAM.03, an advanced model designed to assess the impact of pesticides on honey bee colonies.
Latest Issue of PKN News Tackles Challenges of Safe Artificial Intelligence
The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has released its latest monthly magazine, PKN News 2/2025, focusing on the safety and predictability of artificial intelligence (AI).
How Sweden Leverages Standards to Advance Sustainable Construction
Sweden is strengthening its efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the construction sector by half within five years, with standardization playing a key role.
DANAK Updates AB 10 Regulation for Laboratory Accreditation
The Danish Accreditation Fund (DANAK) has issued a revised version of its AB 10 regulation, which governs the accreditation of laboratories within a flexible scope.
New German Standard for ReqIF Simplifies Data Exchange
The newly released DIN DKE SPEC 99200 standardizes the interpretation of the Requirements Interchange Format (ReqIF), streamlining data exchange between companies.
Cofrac Announces Transition Plan for PASSI Version 2.2 Cybersecurity Audit Framework
The French Accreditation Committee (Cofrac) has announced the transition plan for version 2.2 of the PASSI (Information Systems Security Audit Service Providers) Requirements Framework, which was officially published by ANSSI on November 29, 2024.
February Certif' Info Issue Features Certification Program Requirements Update
The French Accreditation Committee (Cofrac) has released the February 2025 issue of its "Certif' info" newsletter, highlighting updates to the CERT REF 09 document and focusing on the development and structuring of certification programs.
Saipem Receives World's First ESG Recognition from DNV
Saipem has become the first company worldwide to receive the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Recognition from DNV, a leading certification and risk management firm.
Dutch Involvement in European Sustainability Standards: Strong Foundation, But More Industry Support Essential
In a recent interview, Emiel Janssen, consultant at NEN, discussed the Netherlands’ role in shaping European sustainability standards.
Dutch Experts Sought for New European Circular Construction Standards
The European standards committee CEN/TC 350/SC 1 has established five new working groups to develop standards for circular design, material efficiency, and reuse in the construction sector.
EU Makes EN 18031 a Harmonized Standard Under Radio Equipment Directive
As of January 30, 2025, the European Commission has officially listed the EN 18031 series as a harmonized standard under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2022/2380.Global News

IFS Updates Wholesale and Cash & Carry Standard to Version 3
International Featured Standards (IFS) has released version 3 of its Wholesale and Cash & Carry standard, marking its first update in eight years.
Climate Change’s Growing Influence on Quality and the Revision of ISO 9001
Climate change is increasingly shaping quality management, with ISO 9001 now mandating its inclusion in management systems.
ISO 22329 Standard Guides Organizations on Social Media Use in Emergencies
The standard ISO 22329:2021, which focuses on social media in emergency management, provides vital guidance for governmental and non-governmental organizations.
ADNOC’s CO2 Storage Site Becomes First in the Middle East Certified by DNV
DNV has certified the feasibility of ADNOC’s West Aquifer CO2 storage site in the UAE, marking a milestone in the region’s carbon capture and storage (CCS) efforts.
Standards Pavilion Highlights Role of Standards in Advancing Climate Action at COP29
The Standards Pavilion at COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, showcased the critical role of international standards in turning climate commitments into measurable actions.
BSI Introduces Digital Seal for Three Types of Medical Device Certificates
BSI announced the introduction of a digital seal for its MDR, IVDR, and UKCA certificates for medical devices starting November 2024.
IATF Releases New Sanctioned Interpretations for Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has announced the release of Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) for both the Rules 6th Edition and IATF 16949.
BRCGS Releases Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of Packaging Materials Standard
BRCGS has released the Interpretation Guidelines for Issue 7 of the Packaging Materials Standard, providing additional context and guidance for each clause.
AFNOR Spec 2315 Lays Groundwork for Regenerative Economy Standardization
AFNOR has introduced AFNOR Spec 2315, a pivotal document designed to anchor the concept of a regenerative economy in standardization.
ISO 9001 Revision Progresses Toward 2026 Release
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has extended the development timeline for the ISO 9001 standard, now aiming for a September 2026 publication.
World’s First International Standard for Stem Cell Data Released
The world’s first international standard for stem cell data, ISO 8472-1, has been officially released, addressing the lack of global regulations for stem cell data management and sharing.