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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".
Arshin App Released for Easy Access to Measuring Instrument Verification in Russia
The Federal Agency on Technical Regulating and Metrology (Rosstandart) in Russia has released a mobile app called Arshin,
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,
Lumar Awarded for Sustainable Operations Among SMEs in Slovenia
Lumar, a Slovenian manufacturer of prefabricated houses, received a special recognition for sustainable operations in the ESG Champion Slovenia 2025 selection.
34th Quality Forum and Quality Oscar Scheduled for Early November in Belgrade
The Foundation for Culture of Quality and Excellence (FQCE) will organize the 34th Quality Forum (Forum Kvaliteta) on November 6–7, 2025, in Belgrade at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia.
ATS Grants First Accreditations for Greenhouse Gas Verification in Serbia
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has granted the first accreditations for verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reports.
Certificate for Authentic Croatian Products Awarded to 96 Family Farms Selling at Zagreb Markets
Representatives of 96 family farms (OPGs) received the Croatian Farmers’ Products certificate confirming the authenticity of their domestic products sold at Zagreb markets.
PCA Seeks Feedback on Update to Poland’s Central Accreditation System Document DA-01
The Polish Centre for Accreditation (PCA) has released for consultation a draft update of its DA-01 document, the central description of Poland’s accreditation system.
BSF 2025 Forum on Standardization in Lithuania Highlights Baltic Cooperation
The Baltic Forum on Standardization (BSF 2025) took place in Vilnius from September 3 to 5,Global News
Top Food Safety Contributors Named at 2025 BRCGS Awards in Milan
The 2025 BRCGS Awards, presented at BRCGS Connect in Milan, honored individuals and organizations driving excellence in food safety and certification.
Fake IAF CertSearch Site Raises Concerns About Online Trust and Database Security
DAkkS has issued a warning about a fake version of the IAF CertSearch website, the global database used to verify accredited certifications.
Survey Launched Ahead of Review of ISO 17100 Translation Standard
A global survey is now open to gather input on the use of ISO 17100:2015 Translation Services — Requirements, ahead of a planned review of the standard in the second half of 2025.
IFS Releases New Doctrine and Multi-Site Guideline for Wholesale and Cash & Carry 3
Two new documents are now available to support the rollout of IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry version 3, which becomes mandatory on November 1, 2025.
International Quality Awards 2025 Finalists Announced by CQI
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) has announced the finalists for the International Quality Awards 2025, recognizing excellence across nine categories.
BRCGS Updates Module 10 on Plastic Pellet Loss Prevention for Packaging Materials Issue 7
BRCGS has released an updated version of Module 10 on plastic pellet loss prevention, now aligned with Issue 7 of the BRCGS Packaging Materials Standard.
SGS Delivers First Pilot OECD Certification Audit to Curb Illicit Trade in Free Trade Zones
SGS has completed the first-ever pilot certification audit of a Free Trade Zone (FTZ) under the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) Certification Programme.
IEC to Enhance Smart Energy Roadmap in 2025 with Updates on Grid Resilience and Demand Response
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Systems Committee for Smart Energy (SyC Smart Energy) updated the Smart Energy Roadmap in December 2024.
As ISO 45001 Revision Advances, New Guidelines on Climate Risks and Leadership Are Being Developed
The ISO 45001 standard for workplace health and safety is undergoing revision, set for publication in March 2027.
Global Revision of ISO 14001 Enters Final Phase of Public Consultation
The global revision of ISO 14001, the world’s most widely used environmental management standard, has entered its final phase of public consultation.
First International Standard for Safe Wireless Power Transfer Published by IEC and IEEE
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) have jointly published IEC/IEEE 63184:2025, the first global standard to assess human exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF) from wireless power transfer (WPT) systems.
