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EU Delegation Visits CQC to Strengthen Cooperation and Product Safety
A delegation from the European Union met with the China Quality Certification Center (CQC) to discuss enhancing cooperation on product safety and standards,
China Introduces New National Standards for Elderly-Friendly Products
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) in China has issued new national standards to improve the safety and usability of products for the elderly.
Indonesia Secures ISO Adoption of Landslide Early Warning System Standard
The Indonesian standards community has recorded another milestone with the international adoption of ISO 22328-2:2024, focused on community-based early warning systems for landslides.
Nigeria Calls for Dual-Marking Standards at ARSO Meeting in Casablanca
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) underlined the need for dual-marking standards at the 14th ARSO Champions meeting in Casablanca, Morocco.
Brazil and China Sign Agreement on Standardization Cooperation
Representatives of Brazilian and Chinese standardization bodies signed a cooperation agreement in São Paulo on November 7.
Leadership Becomes First Consulting Firm in Taiwan to Earn Green-Level Certification
Leadership Consulting has been awarded the Green-Level Certification by Taiwan's Net Zero Action Alliance, becoming the first consulting firm in Taiwan to receive this honor.
Sustainability Report Analyzes Italian Geographical Food Indications
The Qualivita Foundation has released the pioneering PDO Sustainability Report, analyzing sustainability in Italian geographical food indications.
Standard Norway Launches Committee for Data and Digitization in Agriculture
Standard Norway established a new national standardization committee in September to support the development of data-driven agrifood systems.
First Digitalized Exhibition on Standardization in Serbia Now Available Online
The first digitalized exhibition on standardization in Serbia is now accessible online, offering access to a portal with records on standardization from historical print media.
CEN-CENELEC to Announce Winners of 6th Standards+Innovation Awards on December 10
The winners of the 6th Standards+Innovation Awards by CEN-CENELEC will be revealed on December 10 in Brussels.
Non-EU Companies to Face EU Sustainability Reporting With Unclear Scope by 2028
The European Union is moving forward with drafting sustainability reporting standards for non-EU businesses under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
ATS Earns CAF Effective User Certification
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has been awarded the CAF Effective User certification,Global News
ISO 9001 Revision Progresses Toward 2026 Release
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has extended the development timeline for the ISO 9001 standard, now aiming for a September 2026 publication.
ISO Unveils Framework for Implementing ESG Principles at COP29 - IWA 48 published
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) introduced the ESG Implementation Principles at COP29 on November 14, 2024.
Standards Organizations Unite at COP29 to Drive Climate Action; launched first-ever Standards Pavilion
International standards organizations have joined forces to highlight the critical role of standards in accelerating climate action at COP29.
ISO Begins Review of ISO 22000 to Address New Food Safety Trends
The ISO 22000 standard, which sets food safety management system requirements, has entered its review phase to adapt to emerging global trends and industry needs.
IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry Version 3 Launching in November with Major Updates
IFS has announced the upcoming release of IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry version 3, aimed at enhancing safety and quality for wholesalers, cash & carry businesses, and packaging companies.
ISO Committee for Risk Management Reports Progress on ISO 31000 Revision at London Plenary
The ISO Technical Committee 262 (TC262) for Risk Management recently convened in London.
New IEC Technical Specification Enhances Reliability Metrics for Wind Power Systems
The IEC TS 61400-26-4:2024 technical specification, “Wind Power Generation System Part 26-4: Reliability of Wind Power Generation System,” has been released,
New Guide 17 Video Released to Boost SME Involvement in Standardization
CEN and CENELEC, in collaboration with Small Business Standards (SBS), have released a video to promote Guide 17, which addresses challenges SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) face in standard development.
Transition to GLOBAC: IAF and ILAC Set January 2026 for Unified Global Accreditation
IAF and ILAC have confirmed the unification of global accreditation under GLOBAC, with operations set to begin in January 2026.
GFSI Clarifies: SMART Version 6.0 of IFA Aquaculture Principles Not Recognized Due to Remote Audits
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) stated that it does not recognize GLOBALG.A.P’s IFA Principles and Criteria for Aquaculture – version 6.0.
McDonald’s Tightens Standards with New Code of Conduct, Imposes SMETA 7.0 on Suppliers
McDonald's is introducing a new Code of Conduct to elevate ethical and compliance standards across its operations, while also enforcing the stricter Sedex SMETA 7.0 protocol for its suppliers.
