Cofrac Starts Accrediting Bodies to Verify Sustainability Data Under CSRD

Cofrac has opened accreditation for verifying sustainability information under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) (EU) 2022/2464.

Revised Danish DS 21001 Railway Standard Sharpens Focus on Safety and ISO Integration

Danish Standards has released DS 21001:2025, an updated national standard for railway safety management systems in infrastructure work.

March AccrediaLetter Highlights Return of Summer School and New Accessibility Standard

Accredia has released the March 2025 edition of its AccrediaLetter, offering updates on its training activities, regulatory developments, and new certification initiatives.

Four Slovenian Companies Earn Green Construction Quality Label

Four companies in Slovenia have been awarded the Quality Label in Construction (ZKG) for their sustainable innovations in building products and technologies.

European Standard Offers Outdoor Workers a New Layer of Protection Against Tick Bites

A new European standard aims to lower the risk of tick bites for outdoor workers and others exposed to nature.

Proposal for New European Standardization Committee on Water Resilience and Sustainable Use

The French national standards body, AFNOR, has proposed the creation of a new CEN Technical Committee focused on “Water Resilience and Sustainable Use”.

CEN and CENELEC Seek New Contractor to Operate Keymark Certification System

CEN and CENELEC have launched a public tender to select a new contractor to operate the Keymark System starting January 1, 2026.

Croatia Rolls Out Translations of 26 Climate Amendments to Key ISO Standards

Croatian translations of ISO climate-related amendments to management system standards are now available, following their release on January 31, 2025.

Kontron Earns Silver EcoVadis Award for Top-Tier Sustainability Performance

Kontron, d.o.o., a Slovenian telecommunications company, has been awarded the Silver Medal by EcoVadis, placing it among the top 15 percent of companies rated by the global sustainability assessment platform.

SamCert Becomes First in Europe to Earn AI Certification Under ISO 42001

SamCert, a consulting firm based in Strömstad, has become the first company in Europe to be certified under ISO 42001, the new international standard for artificial intelligence management systems.

Czech Republic Simplifies Quality Award Entry for Family Businesses

An online questionnaire is now available for family businesses competing in the National Award of the Czech Republic for Quality in Family Business.

Seven UNI Draft Standards on Gas Measurement, Waste Containers, and Beekeeping Open for Public Comment

Seven draft standards have been opened for final public comments by the Italian national standards body UNI, covering gas infrastructure, gas measurement systems, waste collection containers, and beekeeping.

New Standard Brings Safety to Wetlaid Nonwoven Machinery

ISO 22291:2022, a new safety standard for wetlaid nonwoven machinery, was developed by companies Voith and Trützschler in collaboration with Austrian Standards.

ANSI Pushes for Copyright Protections of Standards Incorporated into Laws

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has made a legal effort to support the protection of copyright for privately-developed standards that are incorporated by reference into law.

IAF’s Monthly Newsletter September 2024 "Outlook" Explores New Standards and Trends

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published the September 2024 edition of "Outlook".

First ISO Standard for Learning and Development Metrics Sets New Benchmark

The first ISO standard for Learning and Development metrics sets a new benchmark for how organizations can measure the impact of their training programs.

IFS Food 8 Gains GFSI Recognition

IFS Food Standard version 8 has achieved recognition against GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2020, providing global trust in its certification.

GFSI Opens Consultation for Food Safety Auditors Framework

The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has launched a consultation on a professional development framework for food safety auditors.

UNIDO Launches Paper on Climate Action and Quality Standards

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has launched a new paper highlighting the value of accreditation and standardization in building trust and improving climate data.

Empowering the Consumer to Avoid "Greenwashing" or Fake "Green Marketing"

Consumers who care about buying products that cause less environmental harm can now do so with the help of trustworthy environmental claims.

Guidelines Launched to Contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced new guidelines to help organizations align their operations with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

IEC Releases New Technical Report on Measurement Uncertainty in Metrology

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has released the IEC TR 63519:2024, aimed at addressing measurement uncertainty in metrology.

ISO Publishes First Innovation Management System Standard

ISO has introduced its latest standard, ISO 56001:2024, marking the first edition of the international standard for innovation management systems.

Lovehoney Group Led the Creation of a Global Safety Standard for Personal Pleasure Devices

Lovehoney Group, together with its brand We-Vibe, has been instrumental in developing ISO 3533, the global standard for personal-pleasure-devices toy safety.