DKE Opens Office in Nanjing to Boost Sino-German Standardization Ties

The German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (DKE) officially opened a new office in Nanjing, China on April 16, 2025, aiming to deepen international cooperation in electrotechnical standardization.

Need QSE Talent? AFNOR BAO Connects Firms With Interim Managers Who Work Alongside Teams

he French Standardization Association (AFNOR) has launched AFNOR BAO, a service that matches businesses with seasoned experts in quality, safety, and environment (QSE) to help manage change and meet ISO certification goals.

UKAS Opens Pilot Accreditation Project for Innovation, Quality, and Compliance Standards

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) has launched a pilot accreditation project to enable accredited certification for three emerging management system standards: 

UNI Publishes New Standard to Improve Indoor Air Quality and Building Efficiency

A new Italian standard offers practical guidance for measuring and improving indoor air quality in homes, offices, and schools.

Tula Gingerbread Earns National Certification for Quality Standards

The famous Tula gingerbread, known locally as Tula pryanik, has been officially certified under Russia’s National Certification System, confirming it meets national quality standards.

Netherlands Updates Accreditation Protocols for Inspection, Energy Verification, and Asbestos Removal

The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has issued new versions of three Specific Accreditation Protocols:

Global Conference in Berlin to Tackle Quality Infrastructure’s Role in Germany’s Economic Competitiveness

A major international conference will be held in Berlin on May 15, 2025, to explore how quality infrastructure supports Germany’s economic competitiveness and enables fair global trade.

Montenegro Must Prioritize Quality Policy To Join EU

Montenegro needs a clear national quality policy to support sustainable development and EU integration, said Janez Furlan, senior expert in quality infrastructure, in an interview with the Chamber of Economy of Montenegro.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Adds Climate Change Requirements to Key Management Standards

The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has published amendments to the national versions of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001, introducing specific requirements related to climate change.

BAS ISO 21502:2025 Brings International Project Management Guidance to Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has adopted BAS ISO 21502:2025, providing guidance for managing projects across different types of organizations and helping teams meet their goals more effectively.

New Pair of Dutch Standards on Aquatic Ecology Clarify Water Quality Assessments

Two new Dutch standards have been published to support ecological assessments of water quality.

How Germany’s New Government Coalition Shapes the Country’s Standardization Course

After weeks of negotiations, Germany’s new coalition government has signed a four-year agreement outlining its key policy goals.

OIML Marks 70th Anniversary with Special Logo in 2025

The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) will celebrate its 70th Anniversary in 2025, commemorating the signing of its Convention on October 12, 1955.

New Joint Committee for Smart and Sustainable Cities Proposed

A proposal for a new joint technical committee (JTC) under ISO and IEC focusing on Smart and Sustainable Cities and Communities has been submitted by AFNOR.

NIST Issues Three Standards to Secure Data Against Future Quantum Threats

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) finalized three quantum-resistant algorithm standards this summer, marking a major milestone in preparing for quantum-powered encryption threats.

SQF Food Safety Edition 10 to Be Released in July 2025

As 2025 begins, the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) has announced the release of SQF Edition 10 in July 2025, with implementation for auditing scheduled for the first half of 2026.

Revised FSC Ecosystem Services Procedure V2-0 Published to Highlight Positive Forest Management Impacts

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published an updated framework to demonstrate the positive impacts of sustainable forest management on ecosystems.

Report Highlights Role of Quality Infrastructure in Scaling Net Zero

A new report highlights how the Quality Infrastructure (QI) can accelerate the transition to net zero emissions.

Luxembourg Launches PCDS Platform to Strengthen Circular Economy Transparency

Luxembourg has unveiled its Product Circularity Data Sheet (PCDS) platform, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to ensure supply chain transparency by standardizing circular data of products.

GFSI Unveils Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024 to Enhance Food Safety Worldwide

The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has launched its updated Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, setting a new standard for global food safety.

More Standards Needed for Greener Heavy Transport

Efforts to electrify heavy transport face significant challenges due to the absence of common standards.

Should standards become free and available to all?

- EU Commission and Standardization Bodies Seek Solutions for Access to Harmonized Standards -

Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Registered in New Zealand

The Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated or GLOBAC, was officially registered as a legal entity on December 6, 2024, in New Zealand.

How to Verify Certificates to Avoid Fake Ones

Swedac has outlined steps to verify certificates, focusing on two main types: certificates issued by notified bodies and certificates issued by accredited certification bodies.