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CEN and CENELEC Release Brochure on Trusted Standards to Prevent Greenwashing in Environmental Claims
CEN and CENELEC Release Brochure on Trusted Standards to Prevent Greenwashing in Environmental Claims
Consumers often struggle to interpret sustainability labels, making it difficult to differentiate genuine environmental efforts from marketing claims.
Prevekso Jeziki Achieves ISO 17100 Certification for Translation Service Quality
Prevekso Jeziki Achieves ISO 17100 Certification for Translation Service Quality
Prevekso Jeziki, a Slovenian language service provider and client of Bureau Veritas Slovenia, has obtained ISO 17100 certification, demonstrating its commitment to high-quality translation services.
March Exhibition by SIST to Highlight the Impact of Standards on Safety and Quality
March Exhibition by SIST to Highlight the Impact of Standards on Safety and Quality
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) is hosting the official opening of the exhibition A Safe World – Embraced by Standards on March 26, 2025, at 17:00.
Applications Open for Czech Republic’s 25th National Quality Awards
Applications Open for Czech Republic’s 25th National Quality Awards
The 25th National Quality Award of the Czech Republic has been announced, recognizing organizations for excellence in quality, innovation, social responsibility, and sustainability.
Korea and Czech Republic Strengthen Standards Cooperation with Workshop and Agreement
Korea and Czech Republic Strengthen Standards Cooperation with Workshop and Agreement
On February 11, 2025, the Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the Office for Technical Standardization, Metrology and State Testing (ÚNMZ) held the Korea-Czech Standards Cooperation Workshop at the Chosun Palace Gangnam Hotel in Seoul.
Dutch Energy Sector Pushes for Circular Infrastructure as NEN Supports Transition
Dutch Energy Sector Pushes for Circular Infrastructure as NEN Supports Transition
The Dutch energy sector is taking significant steps toward a circular economy to reduce the use of raw materials like aluminum, copper, and steel.
Dutch Initiative Aims to Close Standards Gap in Responsible Risk Profiling Algorithms
Dutch Initiative Aims to Close Standards Gap in Responsible Risk Profiling Algorithms
NEN, the Dutch standardization institute, is launching the development of a Dutch Technical Agreement (NTA) to guide organizations in the responsible use of risk profiling algorithms.
Upcoming Guidance to Pave the Way for Emission-Free Construction Sites in Denmark
Upcoming Guidance to Pave the Way for Emission-Free Construction Sites in Denmark
A new guidance, DS/INF, is being developed to promote emission-free construction sites in Denmark, creating a shared understanding and framework for the industry.
CSQA Awards First UNI/PDR 131 Certification for Inclusive Services to 'Insieme a Te' Beach Resort
CSQA Awards First UNI/PDR 131 Certification for Inclusive Services to 'Insieme a Te' Beach Resort
CSQA has granted the inaugural UNI/PDR 131 certification to "Insieme a Te," an association in Faenza that, since 2018, has operated a beach resort at Punta Marina Terme for individuals with severe disabilities.
ILNAS Calls for Applications for Standardization and Innovation Award
ILNAS Calls for Applications for Standardization and Innovation Award
Luxembourg Institute for Standardization, Accreditation, Safety, and Quality (ILNAS) has launched the second edition of the "ILNAS Standardization & Innovation Award".
RISE Becomes First in Sweden to Certify Universal Design Compliance
RISE Becomes First in Sweden to Certify Universal Design Compliance
Swedish organizations can now obtain certification for accessibility efforts, as RISE has become the first entity accredited by SWEDAC to certify compliance with the universal design standard SS-EN 17161.
EU's Competitiveness Compass Underscores Standards’ Role in Global Trade
EU's Competitiveness Compass Underscores Standards’ Role in Global Trade
The European Commission has unveiled the European Union Competitiveness Compass, emphasizing the strategic importance of standards in boosting Europe's role in international trade.

Global News

IFS Broker and IFS PACsecure Earn Global Recognition
IFS Broker and IFS PACsecure Earn Global Recognition
What do you call a factory that makes good products? A satisfactory!
ANSI Seeks Comments on New ISO Technical Committee Proposal for Customer Contact Centers
ANSI Seeks Comments on New ISO Technical Committee Proposal for Customer Contact Centers
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI), as the U.S. member body to ISO, is soliciting feedback until July 5 on a draft proposal for a new ISO technical committee (TC) focused on customer contact centers (CCC).
Paving the Way for Our Electromagnetic Future - IEC
Paving the Way for Our Electromagnetic Future - IEC
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has published an article titled "Paving the Way for Our Electromagnetic Future."
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