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February Certif' Info Issue Features Certification Program Requirements Update
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 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
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
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
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.
CEN and CENELEC Seek Experts for Industrial Symbiosis Working Groups
CEN and CENELEC Seek Experts for Industrial Symbiosis Working Groups
CEN and CENELEC, in partnership with DIN, are inviting experts to join Working Groups (WGs) for the development of the Industrial Symbiosis (IS) Standardization Roadmap under the Horizon Europe RISERS project.
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.
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