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European Standard Proposal Aims to Clarify Product Lifespan Claims
European Standard Proposal Aims to Clarify Product Lifespan Claims
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is considering a new standard that would help organizations worldwide better justify and communicate how long their products are expected to last.
EN 18140 Sets Common Terms for Nature-Based Solutions
EN 18140 Sets Common Terms for Nature-Based Solutions
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 18140, a European standard that defines common terms and classifications for nature-based solutions (NbS),
All Phases Of Cultural Heritage Conservation Covered With New EN 16853
All Phases Of Cultural Heritage Conservation Covered With New EN 16853
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 16853:2026,
EN 15978 Harmonizes Building Environmental Performance Assessment
EN 15978 Harmonizes Building Environmental Performance Assessment
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 15978:2026,
UNI 11337-8 Sets Framework for Managing Digital Processes in Construction Sector
UNI 11337-8 Sets Framework for Managing Digital Processes in Construction Sector
The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has published UNI 11337-8:2026, now in force as of April 9,
ISO 14001 Update, Digital Twins and IoT Featured in UNE Magazine
ISO 14001 Update, Digital Twins and IoT Featured in UNE Magazine
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has released the April 2026 issue of its Revista UNE,
Standard Norway Seeks Expert to Adapt Oil and Gas Materials Standard for Shorter Projects
Standard Norway Seeks Expert to Adapt Oil and Gas Materials Standard for Shorter Projects
The Standard Norway (SN) is looking for an external expert to help adjust the NORSOK M-001 materials standard so it better fits today’s shorter oil and gas projects.
Winners Of The 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me" Announced
Winners Of The 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me" Announced
The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has announced the results of the 14th National Competition "Standardization And Me", drawing strong participation from students and teachers across Poland.
DEKRA and BSI Receive First Accreditations for High Risk AI Systems Under EU AI Act
DEKRA and BSI Receive First Accreditations for High Risk AI Systems Under EU AI Act
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has granted the first accreditations under the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) to DEKRA and the British Standards Institution (BSI) for certification of high-risk AI systems in biometrics.
Serbia Updates Accreditation Requirements for Organic Product Certification Bodies
Serbia Updates Accreditation Requirements for Organic Product Certification Bodies
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has announced updates to accreditation scopes for certification bodies in organic food production following the adoption of a new Law on Organic Production, which takes effect on June 1, 2026.
CEN Merges Postal and Logistics Committees into Expanded Transport Standardization Body
CEN Merges Postal and Logistics Committees into Expanded Transport Standardization Body
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is merging its postal services committee into its transport and logistics committee, creating a single body covering transport, logistics, and postal services.
AI Certification and CBAM Featured in March Accredia Letter
AI Certification and CBAM Featured in March Accredia Letter
The Italian Accreditation Body (Accredia) has released the March edition of its Accredia Letter, highlighting key developments in accreditation, certification, and regulatory updates.

Global News

International Standards Bodies Issue Seoul Statement on Trustworthy AI
International Standards Bodies Issue Seoul Statement on Trustworthy AI
International standards organizations have jointly issued the Seoul Statement on Artificial Intelligence, setting out a shared commitment to develop global standards that support safe, inclusive, and trustworthy AI.
ISO 14001:2026 Final Draft Sets New Rules for Climate, Biodiversity and Documentation
ISO 14001:2026 Final Draft Sets New Rules for Climate, Biodiversity and Documentation
The revision of ISO 14001 has recently entered its Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage, and the updated standard is scheduled for publication in April 2026.
ISO 17020 Reaches Final Global Vote toward 2026 Release
ISO 17020 Reaches Final Global Vote toward 2026 Release
The revision of ISO/IEC 17020, the international standard for inspection bodies, has reached the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage and is now in its final global voting phase.
VDA Releases Draft Product Safety And Conformity Guidance for the Automotive Supply Chain
VDA Releases Draft Product Safety And Conformity Guidance for the Automotive Supply Chain
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released the first edition of Product Compliance Volume 2 as a draft edition, focused on safety and conformity requirements across the automotive supply chain, and opened it for industry feedback until February 21, 2026.
ISO Launches Interactive Dashboard with Over 1,100 Environmental Standards
ISO Launches Interactive Dashboard with Over 1,100 Environmental Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a new interactive dashboard that brings together more than 1,100 International Standards linked to environmental data.
EcoVadis Recognizes FSSC 24000 Social Certification Scheme
EcoVadis Recognizes FSSC 24000 Social Certification Scheme
EcoVadis has recognized the FSSC 24000 Social Management System Scheme as a valid certificate under the Labor and Human Rights topic, allowing certified companies to use it directly in EcoVadis sustainability assessments.
IEEE Makes Its AI Standards Available Through New Global Exchange
IEEE Makes Its AI Standards Available Through New Global Exchange
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) has added its portfolio of artificial intelligence standards to the new International AI Standards Exchange, a central platform created to support responsible AI development worldwide.
IVECO Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
IVECO Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
IVECO Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) for organizations certified to IATF 16949, setting new expectations for how suppliers manage quality, testing, sustainability, and supply disruptions.
Public Consultation Opens on Revised FSC Chain of Custody Standards
Public Consultation Opens on Revised FSC Chain of Custody Standards
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has opened a public consultation on the revision of its Chain of Custody standards, with comments accepted until January 25, 2026.
ISO/DIS 9001 Approved with Overwhelming Global Support, Reports SIS
ISO/DIS 9001 Approved with Overwhelming Global Support, Reports SIS
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) reports that ISO member countries have approved the Draft International Standard ISO 9001:2026 with 97 percent voting in favor,
First Global Standard To Measure Pharmaceutical Impact: PAS 2090 Launched
First Global Standard To Measure Pharmaceutical Impact: PAS 2090 Launched
The UK’s national standards body BSI has published the first global standard for measuring the environmental impact of medicines.
GLOBALG.A.P. Recognizes Eight Schemes in 2025 Benchmarking Round
GLOBALG.A.P. Recognizes Eight Schemes in 2025 Benchmarking Round
Eight agriculture and floriculture schemes have secured recognized status as GLOBALG.A.P. benchmarked schemes for 2025, giving producers accepted ways to meet market requirements without duplicate audits.
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