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Sweden Makes Natural Value Inventory Standards Freely Available
Sweden Makes Natural Value Inventory Standards Freely Available
The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (Naturvårdsverket) has purchased free access to standards developed by the Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) for natural value inventories, aiming to improve quality and enhance biodiversity protection.
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
The Italian Ministry of Health has launched the National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers (LNR-FIA) to enhance food safety regarding additives, enzymes, and flavorings.
CROLAB E-Newsletter Covers Conference Highlights, Accreditation Updates, and Food Testing
CROLAB E-Newsletter Covers Conference Highlights, Accreditation Updates, and Food Testing
CROLAB, the Croatian Laboratories Association, has released its latest e-newsletter, E-Glasilo CROLAB No. 1/2025, dated February 2025.
Oscar of Quality Awarded to Four Organizations at 34th Serbian Quality Week
Oscar of Quality Awarded to Four Organizations at 34th Serbian Quality Week
At the 34th annual "Quality Week 2025," held on March 6 and 7 at the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, the "Oscar of Quality" awards for 2024 were presented.
Serbia Updates SRPS A.L2.003 Standard on Risk Assessment
Serbia Updates SRPS A.L2.003 Standard on Risk Assessment
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has published a revised edition of the SRPS A.L2.003 standard, "Security and Resilience – Risk Assessment – Requirements and Guidelines for Conformity Assessment."
European Report Sets Framework for Sustainable AI Implementation
European Report Sets Framework for Sustainable AI Implementation
CEN and CENELEC have published CEN/CLC/TR 18145:2025, a technical report outlining best practices for environmentally sustainable artificial intelligence (AI).
FSC Ukraine Maintains Responsible Forestry Even Amid War Challenges
FSC Ukraine Maintains Responsible Forestry Even Amid War Challenges
Sustainable forestry in Ukraine faces immense challenges due to the ongoing war, yet FSC Ukraine continues to uphold responsible forest management.
Polish Center for Accreditation Seeks Feedback on Updated Certification Guidelines
Polish Center for Accreditation Seeks Feedback on Updated Certification Guidelines
The Polish Center for Accreditation (PCA) has released a draft update to the DACP-01 document, Accreditation of Bodies Certifying Persons, and is inviting comments until March 14, 2025.
Standard Norway Seeks Experts for European Healthcare Standards Group
Standard Norway Seeks Experts for European Healthcare Standards Group
Standard Norway is inviting 4-6 professionals to join the newly established CEN/CENELEC SAG Healthcare standards group, which aims to identify and address standardization needs in the healthcare sector.
NEN Initiates Development of Sustainability Guidelines for Medical Devices
NEN Initiates Development of Sustainability Guidelines for Medical Devices
In April 2025, the Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) will begin creating a Dutch Practical Guideline (NPR) focused on the sustainability of medical devices.
Spain Launches Website to Strengthen Quality Infrastructure
Spain Launches Website to Strengthen Quality Infrastructure
Spain has introduced a new website to emphasize the importance of a robust Quality Infrastructure (QI), which is essential for economic progress and societal well-being.
Germany Launches Standard for Sustainable Investment Criteria
Germany Launches Standard for Sustainable Investment Criteria
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has released DIN 77236-2, establishing uniform criteria for evaluating sustainable financial products.

Global News

Lovehoney Group Led the Creation of a Global Safety Standard for Personal Pleasure Devices
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.
FSSC 22000 Version 6 Recognized against GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2020
FSSC 22000 Version 6 Recognized against GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2020
FSSC 22000 version 6 has officially been recognized against the GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2020.
ISO Publishes 17035 - Guidelines for Validation and Verification Programmes
ISO Publishes 17035 - Guidelines for Validation and Verification Programmes
ISO announced the release of ISO/IEC TS 17035:2024 on September 1, 2024.
PEFC launches new global standard for forest management certification
PEFC launches new global standard for forest management certification
PEFC has introduced the ST 1004 standard, establishing uniform requirements for certification bodies conducting sustainable forest management certifications.
BRCGS Global Standard for ETRS Recognized Under IAF MLA
BRCGS Global Standard for ETRS Recognized Under IAF MLA
The BRCGS Global Standard for Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing has been officially recognized under the International Accreditation Forum’s (IAF) Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) as of July 9, 2024.
New ISO Working Group Formed for ISO 31000 Revision
New ISO Working Group Formed for ISO 31000 Revision
ISO forms new working group to revise ISO 31000 risk management standard.
New DIN/TS 92004 Standard Aims to Strengthen Trust in AI Systems
New DIN/TS 92004 Standard Aims to Strengthen Trust in AI Systems
To build trust in artificial intelligence, the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has introduced DIN/TS 92004.
New Guidance on Auditing Resources Released by ISO Auditing Practices Group (APG)
New Guidance on Auditing Resources Released by ISO Auditing Practices Group (APG)
The ISO Auditing Practices Group (APG) has released the second edition of its guidance on auditing resources.
The geopolitics of technology standards: historical context for US, EU and Chinese approaches
Revision of ISO 22000 Expected by 2027
Revision of ISO 22000 Expected by 2027
The international standard ISO 22000, which addresses food safety management systems, is set to undergo a significant revision by 2027.
ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024: New Guidelines for Remote Auditing of Management Systems
ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024: New Guidelines for Remote Auditing of Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the ISO/IEC TS 17012:2024,
IAF Endorses GlobalGAP's Latest Food Safety Standard - IFA v6
IAF Endorses GlobalGAP's Latest Food Safety Standard - IFA v6
Looks like the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) just gave a big thumbs up to GlobalGAP's new standard.
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