Public Consultation Closing for PAS 1958 on Built Environment Digitalization

A new standard aiming to unify data and information management in the built environment -

Two Upcoming Standards Set to Complete EN 17860 Series for Safer Cargo Bikes

A full set of seven European standards in the EN 17860 series covering cargo bikes for transporting people and goods is close to completion.

Sweden Seeks Public Input on Draft of Revised ISO 9001

Sweden has joined countries inviting comments on the draft revision of ISO 9001,

Registrations Open for Cofrac Forum on Accreditation and Certifications

The French Accreditation Committee (Cofrac) will hold the 12th edition of its Forum on Accreditation and Certifications on November 27, 2025, in Paris.

Managing Biodiversity Credits With New Reference Practice UNI/PdR 179

The Italian National Standardization Body UNI has published UNI/PdR 179:2025,

Dekra First in Netherlands Accredited for IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Testing

DEKRA Certification B.V. has become the first organization in the Netherlands to be

Norway Takes Over Secretariat of ISO Quality Management Committee

Standard Norge, Norway’s national standards organization, is taking over responsibility for

Polish Accreditation Body Seeks Feedback on Updated Scope of Activities

The Polish Centre for Accreditation (PCA) is inviting stakeholders to comment on the draft update of document DA-09,

Export Drives Czech Industry Forward in Sixth Episode of Czech Quality Series

The sixth episode of the series "Českou kvalitu nenahradíš" (You Can’t Replace Czech Quality),

ISO 20001 Food Waste Standard Poised to Become License to Operate

A new international standard on food loss and waste management could soon become

Estonia Adopts Forest Stewardship Standard After Nine-Year Development

Estonia has adopted its first national Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS), set to become effective on January 1, 2026.

National Event in Dublin to Examine Impact of Standardization on Workplace Conditions

A national event focused on how standardization shapes workplace conditions will take place in Dublin on October 22.

Stellantis Unifies Supplier Scoring Guide for IATF 16949 Compliance

Stellantis has released an updated version of its Scorecard Quick Reference Guide for IATF 16949:2016, effective April 2025.

How Standards Make Chocolate Safe, Sustainable, and Delicious

As chocolate bunnies and eggs lined shelves this Easter, European and international standards were quietly working behind the scenes to ensure these sweet treats were safe, fair, and properly labeled.

Work continues on the ISO 9001 audit in Paris, addressing all feedback collected

Over 50 experts from more than 40 countries met in Paris from March 31 to April 4 to advance the revision of ISO 9001, the world’s most widely used quality management systems standard.

Chennai to Host FSSC Summit Spotlighting Social Management Standards

Foundation FSSC will host its upcoming summit in Chennai, India on April 25, 2025, under the theme "Building Global Trust with Social Management System Standards."

Record Surge in Technical Regulations Strains Global Trade

A record 1,334 technical regulations were reported by World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries in the first quarter of 2025—the highest ever for a single quarter.

Italy’s Recipe Against Food Fraud: Supply Chain Crackdown with Tougher Sanctions and Even Wiretaps

Italy has approved a new bill to strengthen its fight against food fraud through tighter controls, expanded inspections, and even the use of undercover investigations and wiretaps.

IAF ML 4 Issue 9 Updates Procedures for Accreditation and Regional Group Recognition

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released Issue 9 of IAF ML 4:2025,

IEC Launches White Label App as Part of Smart Initiative to Improve Access to Standards

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has launched its new White Label app, now available to IEC National Committee (NC) members as part of its broader digital transformation strategy.

BRCGS Publishes Two New Guides to Help Firms Improve Packaging and Hygiene Standards

BRCGS has released two new guidance documents aimed at improving safety and compliance in packaging and protective clothing practices.

RvA List Unifies Key Accreditation Documents, From Global to National Levels

The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has released a new document that brings together accreditation requirements from global, regional, and national levels.

Call for Future Leaders: IEC Opens Nominations for 2025 Young Professionals Programme

The International Electrotechnical Commission is calling on national committees to submit nominations for the 2025 edition of the IEC Young Professionals Programme.

ISO Eyes Committee to Coordinate Sustainability Standards Across Events

A new ISO Technical Committee has been proposed to address sustainability and other key challenges in the global events industry.