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€132 Million Allocated to Promote Sustainable Agri-Food Products from the EU
€132 Million Allocated to Promote Sustainable Agri-Food Products from the EU
The European Commission has allocated €132 million to promote sustainable and high-quality agri-food products from the European Union (EU) and expand their global market presence.
New EU Regulation for Sustainable Packaging Targets Waste Reduction and Reuse
New EU Regulation for Sustainable Packaging Targets Waste Reduction and Reuse
The European Council has approved a new Regulation on packaging and packaging waste, aiming to reduce waste generation across the EU.
EU Adopts Construction Products Regulation with Focus on Digitalization and Circular Economy
EU Adopts Construction Products Regulation with Focus on Digitalization and Circular Economy
The EU has adopted a new Construction Products Regulation, marking a milestone in efforts to modernize and enhance sustainability in the construction sector.
EU Sets USB-C as Standard Charger for Mobile Devices
EU Sets USB-C as Standard Charger for Mobile Devices
The European Union has mandated USB-C as the standard charging port for a wide range of electronic devices, ensuring a single, universal charging solution across the bloc.
Public Input Sought for French Eco-Design Standard Aimed at Helping Producers Go Green
Public Input Sought for French Eco-Design Standard Aimed at Helping Producers Go Green
France is seeking public input for the revision of the AFNOR standard NF X30-264, which aims to equip companies with the necessary tools to implement effective eco-design strategies.
ECA Report Highlights Gaps in EU Food Labelling Framework
ECA Report Highlights Gaps in EU Food Labelling Framework
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) has published a report on food labelling in the EU, identifying significant gaps in the legal framework and oversight.
EU’s QUANTUM Project Aims to Create a Standardized Health Data Quality and Utility Label
EU’s QUANTUM Project Aims to Create a Standardized Health Data Quality and Utility Label
The QUANTUM project is an initiative that aims to create a standardized health data quality and utility label for the secondary use of health data across the EU.
CEN Workshop Finalizes Drafts for Intelligent Road Intervention Processes, Public Commenting Phase Starts
CEN Workshop Finalizes Drafts for Intelligent Road Intervention Processes, Public Commenting Phase Starts
Registered participants in the CEN Workshop on Intelligent Road Intervention Processes (IRIP) reached consensus on the final drafts of two CEN Workshop Agreements (CWAs).
AFNOR Releases New Study on ISO 45001 and Workplace Safety
AFNOR Releases New Study on ISO 45001 and Workplace Safety
AFNOR Group has published a new study exploring the use and impact of ISO 45001, the international standard for occupational health and safety (OHS).
European Machinery Regulation Progresses: Standardization Request Nears Completion, Full Implementation by 2027
European Machinery Regulation Progresses: Standardization Request Nears Completion, Full Implementation by 2027
The Standardisation Request on Machinery Regulation by the European Commission to CEN is nearing completion.
CEN-CENELEC Forms JTC 23 Committee for Personal Protective Equipment
CEN-CENELEC Forms JTC 23 Committee for Personal Protective Equipment
CEN-CENELEC has established a new Joint Technical Committee (JTC 23) to create horizontal frameworks, guidelines, and tools for personal protective equipment (PPE).
CEN-CENELEC to Announce Winners of 6th Standards+Innovation Awards on December 10
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.

Global News

UL Solutions Expands ECOLOGO Certification to Industrial and Energy Equipment
UL Solutions Expands ECOLOGO Certification to Industrial and Energy Equipment
UL Solutions has expanded its ECOLOGO certification program to cover industrial and energy automation equipment, helping manufacturers verify sustainability claims through science-based, multi-attribute standards.
PEFC Launches Consultation on Updated Project Sourcing Standard and Requirements
PEFC Launches Consultation on Updated Project Sourcing Standard and Requirements
PEFC International has opened a 60-day public consultation, running from October 24 to December 23, to review proposed updates to its project certification requirements.
ISO 17298 Embeds Biodiversity in Business Strategy, Signaling a Shift in Finance
ISO 17298 Embeds Biodiversity in Business Strategy, Signaling a Shift in Finance
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 17298, a new global standard that makes biodiversity part of business strategy and financial decision-making.
ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles
ISO 54002 Guides Police in Applying ISO 9001 Principles
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 54002:2025, a new guidance document to help police organizations apply the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 in their operations.
Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
The 2025 update of ISO 27701 marks a major shift in privacy management, turning the standard into a fully independent, certifiable framework.
Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7
Work Begins on FSSC 22000 Version 7
The Foundation FSSC has started developing Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 certification scheme.
PIC/S and EMA Seek Feedback on Pharmaceutical Quality System in GMP Guide
PIC/S and EMA Seek Feedback on Pharmaceutical Quality System in GMP Guide
The Pharmaceutical Inspection Co-operation Scheme (PIC/S) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have launched a joint consultation on
GM and Stellantis Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949 Certification
GM and Stellantis Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949 Certification
General Motors and Stellantis have both issued updates to their customer-specific requirements (CSRs) under the automotive quality management standard IATF 16949.
Two Decades as Cornerstone of Information Security Management: ISO 27001 Turns 20
Two Decades as Cornerstone of Information Security Management: ISO 27001 Turns 20
The international standard ISO/IEC 27001 has turned 20, continuing to serve as the main global reference for information security management systems (ISMS).
CSQ 2.0 Launched: Cannabis Safety and Quality Certification Revision
CSQ 2.0 Launched: Cannabis Safety and Quality Certification Revision
The Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) organization has launched the finalized CSQ 2.0 Certification Program,
Updated ISO 21001 for Educational Management Moves Focus to Learners and Sustainability
Updated ISO 21001 for Educational Management Moves Focus to Learners and Sustainability
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released the second edition of its Educational Organizations Management Systems (EOMS) standard, ISO 21001:2025.
First Global Standard for Organizational Biodiversity Action: ISO 17298 Launched in Kigali
First Global Standard for Organizational Biodiversity Action: ISO 17298 Launched in Kigali
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 17298, the world’s first international standard to help organizations take measurable and accountable action on biodiversity.
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