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ENAC Hosts Meetings on Environmental Accreditation in Madrid
The Spanish National Accreditation Entity (ENAC) hosted a two-day event featuring meetings of key European bodies to discuss environmental accreditation.
Swedac Revokes Synlab's Accreditation in Clinical Pathology
Swedac revoked Synlab Sverige AB's accreditation in clinical pathology following the identification of serious deficiencies that could negatively impact public health.
NSAI Highlights Achievements in Standards with Forum and Awards Ceremony
The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) hosted its annual Standards Forum and Awards Ceremony, coinciding with World Standards Day.
SIS Recognizes Excellence in Standardization Efforts
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) awarded its annual Standardization Awards to honor outstanding contributions in standardization.
NSAI Partners With RISE Sweden to Launch Certification Scheme for Innovation Management Professionals
The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) has launched a new Certification for Innovation Management Professionals, designed to enhance innovation capabilities across diverse industries.
UNI Publishes New Standard for Sustainable Pest Management
The Italian Standards Body (UNI) has released UNI 11956:2024, a standard focused on sustainable pest management.
12th Annual Sino-German Standardisation Meeting Strengthens Bilateral Collaboration
The 12th Annual Meeting of the Sino-German Standardisation Cooperation Commission (SGSCC) took place from October 13–16, 2024, in Bonn, Germany.
European Machinery Regulation Progresses: Standardization Request Nears Completion, Full Implementation by 2027
The Standardisation Request on Machinery Regulation by the European Commission to CEN is nearing completion.
CEN-CENELEC Forms JTC 23 Committee for Personal Protective Equipment
CEN-CENELEC has established a new Joint Technical Committee (JTC 23) to create horizontal frameworks, guidelines, and tools for personal protective equipment (PPE).
EU Delegation Visits CQC to Strengthen Cooperation and Product Safety
A delegation from the European Union met with the China Quality Certification Center (CQC) to discuss enhancing cooperation on product safety and standards,
Denmark Introduces Risk-Based Approach in Laboratory Accreditation Rules
DANAK, the Danish Accreditation Fund, has revised its AB 3 accreditation regulation for laboratories to align to relevant ILAC documents.
Sustainability Report Analyzes Italian Geographical Food Indications
The Qualivita Foundation has released the pioneering PDO Sustainability Report, analyzing sustainability in Italian geographical food indications.Global News
CEN published CWA 18125:2024 ‘Trusted data transaction - part 1’
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has introduced CWA 18125:2024 ‘Trusted Data Transaction - Part 1’.
Feedback requested for guides ISO/IEC Guide 58-2019 and ISO/IEC Guide 63-2019
Comments on the systematic review of two guides are requested by October 18, 2024 and are collected by American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
ISO Proposes New area of Technical Activity: Creative Digital Design and Digital Marketing
ISO is getting creative! They’ve proposed new ISO technical committees for creative digital design and digital marketing, aiming to keep things as standardized as our morning coffee.
IFS released a complete review of their IFS Product and Food Defence Guideline (Version 2)
IFS has just released a complete review of their IFS Product and Food Defence Guideline (Version 2).
Seed Oil Free Certified Food Label Unveiled
The Seed Oil Free Alliance has introduced the "Seed Oil Free Certified" Standards and Certification Program in response to the widespread use of refined seed oils in the global food supply.
Standards support the implementation, testing and adoption of electronic health records
Standards support the implementation, testing, and adoption of electronic health records (EHRs).
Pirelli unveils world's first FSC-certified racing bicycle tyre
Pirelli has introduced the world's first FSC-certified racing bicycle tire, marking a significant step towards sustainable practices in the cycling industry.
CEN and CENELEC established a new coordination group on Hydrogen
The CEN and CENELEC Technical Boards have established a new Coordination Group on Hydrogen (CEN-CLC/COG H2) to ensure coherence across hydrogen-related standards.
New Consultation Opens for GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2024
GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) has opened a new consultation for its Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, inviting stakeholders to participate.
Crucial Ways to Avoid Greenwashing - SGS White Paper
To avoid greenwashing while verifying environmental claims, it is crucial to understand various greenwashing tactics, including hidden trade-offs, lack of proof, vagueness, false labels, irrelevance, and outright lies.
IAF Publishes 2023 MLA Report
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) published its 2023 Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) Report, detailing peer evaluation activities to ensure confidence in the IAF MLA.
