Italy’s OCSI Gains Accreditation to Issue EU Cybersecurity Certificates

The Information Security Certification Body (OCSI) of Italy’s National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN) has obtained accreditation from Accredia to issue European cybersecurity certificates under the new EUCC certification scheme.

Kuzbass Quality Center Tops July Ranking of Regional State Certification Bodies in Russia

The Russian Institute of Standardization (RST) has released the July 2025 ranking of participants in the National Certification System (NCS).

Morgan Sindall Construction Achieves BS 99001 Certification for Sector-Specific Quality

Morgan Sindall Construction has been certified by BSI to BS 99001, a quality management systems (QMS) standard tailored to the built environment. 

Public Consultation Launched for New Accreditation Law in Serbia

The Serbian Ministry of Economy has opened a public consultation on the Draft Law on Accreditation, running from August 6 to August 26, 2025.

Two Young Professionals From Serbia to Join 2025 IEC Workshop

Two young engineers from Serbia, Luka Ivanović and Marko Tajdić, will represent the country at the IEC Young Professionals Workshop in New Delhi from September 15 to 19.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Achieves Near-Total FSC Forest Certification

Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification has reshaped Bosnia and Herzegovina’s forestry sector since it was first introduced as a pilot in 2006.

Draft on Applying EN 45554 Repairability Concepts in Automotive Electronics Open for Comment

CEN and CENELEC have released a draft text for public review that applies repairability concepts to automotive electronics, focusing on electronic stability program (ESP) control units as a case study.

Pair of New European EN 15999 Standards Safeguard Cultural Heritage

Two new European Standards from the EN 15999 series have been released to help museums and cultural institutions protect valuable artifacts.

CEN and CENELEC Young Professionals Series: Eva Pevec on Why Standards Matter for Careers and Sustainability

Eva Pevec, a master’s student in management and Young Ambassador for Standardization at the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), 

European Commission Adopts VSME Standard to Ease Sustainability Reporting for Small Companies

The European Commission, as part of its broader SME Relief Package, has adopted the VSME sustainability reporting standard for micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

SIST Autumn Initiatives Featured in CEN and CENELEC Newsletter

The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has been highlighted in the latest issue of the CEN and CENELEC On the Spot newsletter for its upcoming autumn program.

Portugal Launches AI Assistant to Help Users Understand Standards

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) has launched NormIA, a 24/7 virtual assistant powered by artificial intelligence to help citizens and businesses understand and apply standards.

New JPEG Trust Standard Combats Deepfakes and Strengthens Media Credibility

A new standard called JPEG Trust has been introduced to help identify authentic photos and videos, aiming to combat the spread of deepfakes.

IAF Adds Validation and Verification to ICT Use in Conformity Assessments

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released Issue 3 of its Mandatory Document 4 (MD 4), expanding the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in conformity assessments to now include validation and verification processes.

IFRS Foundation Releases Guide for Climate-Related Reporting Under ISSB Standards

The IFRS Foundation has released a guide to help companies report climate-related information in line with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards.

Guide on Coordinating Cybersecurity Incident Responses Now Available

A new framework, ISO/IEC 27035-4:2024, has been released to help organizations coordinate their response to cybersecurity incidents affecting multiple partners.

GLOBALG.A.P. Opens Public Consultation on New Social Responsibility Standard for Flowers

GLOBALG.A.P. has introduced a new Social Responsibility standard for flowers and ornamentals, focusing on improving social and labor conditions in high-risk countries.

ISO 14001 Draft Update Released and Open for Comments

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a draft update for ISO 14001, the global standard for environmental management systems.

GAEI, a New Tool to Measure Accreditation Capability Worldwide

The latest IAF Outlook newsletter introduces the Global Accreditation Experience Index (GAEI), a new tool measuring accreditation capability worldwide.

BSI Unveils Free Net-Zero Guide to Help SMEs Cut Emissions

BSI has launched a free standard to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop net-zero transition plans.

Update of IFS Split Audit Protocol puts sharper Risk Controls and Planning in Focus

IFS has released version 2 of its Split Audit Protocol, providing updated guidance for audits conducted both on-site and remotely.

IAF Releases January Outlook Newsletter: Updates on MLA Expansion, COP 29, and Leadership Strategies

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published its latest Outlook newsletter, featuring significant updates in accreditation and conformity assessment.

GM Tightens Supplier Rules With Stricter Inspections and New Reporting

General Motors (GM) has revised its Customer Specific Requirements for IATF 16949, effective January 31, 2025.

No Deal! SGS and Bureau Veritas End Merger Negotiations

SGS and Bureau Veritas have ended merger talks without reaching an agreement, which could have created a €32 billion leader in testing and certification services.