NEN Goes Fully Digital With Standards Starting February 2026

The Dutch Standardization Institute NEN will stop publishing paper standards on February 1, 2026,

Sweden Links Upcoming Preparedness Standard to Supply Security

An upcoming standard is taking shape in Sweden to improve public procurement security and support the country’s total defense readiness.

Quality Austria Academy Becomes License Partner of VDA QMC in Austria

Quality Austria Academy will take over as the official license partner of the VDA Quality Management Center (VDA QMC)

DIN Invites Public Comments on ISO 9001 Draft

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has opened the public comment phase in Germany for the revised draft of ISO 9001,

Strengthening Protection of Cultural Heritage Exhibits With New UNI EN 15991 Standards

The Italian national standards body UNI has adopted EN 15991 parts 1 and 2, dedicated to the safety and preservation of cultural heritage objects on display.

How Aromatherapy Relies on Standards: New BDS Compass Issue

The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) released the latest issue of its magazine BDS Compass, focused on aromatherapy and essential oils.

Luxembourg Expands Internationally Recognized Calibration Capabilities

The Institut National de Métrologie du Luxembourg (ILNAS) has expanded its internationally recognized calibration and measurement capabilities (CMCs) in the field of electricity and magnetism.

PKN September Newsletter Showcases National Competition on Standards in Education

Polski Komitet Normalizacyjny (PKN) has released the September issue of its newsletter Wiadomości PKN, highlighting the National Competition "Standardization and Me".

INAB Survey Seeks Views on Future of Accreditation in Ireland

The Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB) is rolling out a nationwide survey in September 2025 to gather views on the value and future direction of accreditation in Ireland.

Sustainability Landmark: PEFC-Certified Area in Friuli Venezia Giulia Surpasses 100,000 Hectares

Friuli Venezia Giulia, a region in northeastern Italy, has surpassed 100,000 hectares of sustainably managed forests certified under the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).

European Standard EN 18061 Sets Rules for Second Life of EV Batteries

A new European Standard, EN 18061:2025, establishes clear rules for the safe repair, reuse, and preparation for repurposing of electric vehicle (EV) batteries and modules.

With EU AI Act in Force, Standards Are Set to Drive Implementation

The European Union’s AI Act, which entered into force in August 2024 as the world’s first comprehensive law on artificial intelligence,

QEC Global Becomes First Oxebridge Q001 Certification Body

Quality Evaluation Center (QEC Global) of Portugal has become the world’s first accredited certification body to offer Oxebridge Q001 certification services.

Global Standard Launches Consultation on New Responsible Textile Standard GRTS

Global Standard has launched the public consultation for a new voluntary sustainability framework, the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS).

Draft ISO 45010 Guidance on Menstruation and Menopause in the Workplace Open for Comment

A draft international standard, ISO/DIS 45010, has been released for public consultation to guide workplaces in supporting employees through menstruation and menopause.

Global Rules for Plant-Based Food Labeling Laid Out in New ISO 87000

The growing global demand for plant-based foods has led to the publication of ISO 8700:2025,

Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM

The latest part of the ISO 19650 series, ISO 19650-6:2025, sets out how health and safety information should be shared and used throughout the life cycle of buildings and infrastructure.

IECEE Celebrates 40 Years of Driving Product Safety and International Trade

The IEC System of Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE) is celebrating its 40th anniversary.

VDA 19.1 Yellow Book Published With Expanded Cleanliness Inspection Rules

The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has published the new English edition of the VDA 19.1 Yellow Book,

First Meeting of IWA 50 Launches Work on Hydrological Risk Standards

The first online meeting of IWA 50 will be held on October 7, marking the start of international work on guidelines and potential standards for managing floods, droughts, and water scarcity.

NIST Publishes New Cryptography Standard to Protect Small Devices

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized its NIST SP 800-232, a new standard to secure small, resource-limited electronics against cyberattacks.

CSQ Releases Cannabis Standards for Retail and Warehousing & Distribution, Updates Supplements

Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) has released new safety and quality standards for retail, warehousing and distribution, along with updated requirements for dietary supplement products.

China’s Zenith-Ward Pathfinders Team Wins Top Award at International Standards Olympiad

The 20th International Standards Olympiad, organized by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS),

EASI Model Becomes First Sustainability Governance Scheme Accredited by Accredia

The EASI Model has been introduced as the first governance scheme accredited by Accredia and open to independent certification.