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Smart Upgrade for Sicily’s Pistacchio di Raffadali Geographical Label of Origin
The Pistacchio di Raffadali DOP, a product with a geographical label of origin from a famous growing area in Sicily, is rolling out a mandatory Digital Passport and updated Control Plan for all producers starting next harvest season.
March AccrediaLetter Highlights Return of Summer School and New Accessibility Standard
Accredia has released the March 2025 edition of its AccrediaLetter, offering updates on its training activities, regulatory developments, and new certification initiatives.
Seven UNI Draft Standards on Gas Measurement, Waste Containers, and Beekeeping Open for Public Comment
Seven draft standards have been opened for final public comments by the Italian national standards body UNI, covering gas infrastructure, gas measurement systems, waste collection containers, and beekeeping.
Authentic Honey Guaranteed Under New Italian Standard Using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
A new Italian standard aims to expose food fraud in honey by identifying added sugars using advanced technology.
Italy Launches Working Group to Develop Integrity Standard for Professionals
A new working group in Italy is preparing to turn a key set of professional integrity guidelines into a national technical standard.
ENEA Releases Technical Standards to Support Circular Economy and Industrial Symbiosis
Italy’s National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA) has published a new guide collecting voluntary technical standards to help companies and organizations apply industrial symbiosis
New Accredia Marks System Now in Force for Bodies and Laboratories
A new system for accreditation marks came into effect on January 20 for all entities accredited by Accredia, Italy’s national accreditation body.
Environmental Sustainability in Construction: Italian Guide UNI/PdR 13 Opens for Public Review
A new update to UNI/PdR 13, the guideline for environmental sustainability in construction, is now open for public consultation until March 28, 2025.
Wine Sustainability Standard Equalitas Now Recognizes Diversity Ark Certification for Biodiversity
Equalitas, the sustainability standard in the wine sector, now recognizes Diversity Ark certification for meeting its soil biodiversity requirement.
UNI Publishes National Standardization Program 2025, Compiling All National Projects
The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has released the National Standardization Program 2025, providing a comprehensive overview of ongoing standardization activities.
Italy Establishes National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers
The Italian Ministry of Health has launched the National Reference Laboratory for Food Improvers (LNR-FIA) to enhance food safety regarding additives, enzymes, and flavorings.
Italy Adopts ISO 14072 and ISO 14075 Life Cycle Assessment Standards
Italy has officially adopted the life cycle assessment (LCA) standards UNI ISO 14072:2025 and UNI ISO 14075:2025, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.Global News
Renault Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
Renault Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) for IATF 16949:2016, with the new version taking effect in April 2026 and applying to all suppliers across its global operations.
ISO 20417 Update Integrates Medical Device Information Into Safety Requirements
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the second edition of ISO 20417, replacing the 2021 version and reshaping how manufacturers provide information with medical devices by moving beyond labeling into a broader role tied to safety and usability.
ISO Releases Practical Guide To Integrating Multiple Management Systems
ISO has released a new publication, Integrated management systems – A practical guide (IMS PG), offering organizations a clear way to combine multiple management system standards into one coherent system.
ISO TR 25326 Gathers Global Examples Of Green Logistics In Practice
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TR 25326:2026, a new international standard that compiles case studies of green logistics to support lower-carbon operations across global supply chains.
BYD Joins IATF As First NEV-Only Automaker And Second Asian Member
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved the addition of BYD Group as a new member of IATF AISBL,
PAS 1958 Published To Connect Built Environment Data Standards
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 1958:2026, a new guide that helps organizations understand how existing data and information standards in the built environment, including buildings and infrastructure, work together within a single framework.
International Quality Awards 2026 Finalists Announced
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), a professional body for quality management, has announced the finalists for its International Quality Awards 2026,
ASC Chain Of Custody Set To Become Supply Chain Module In Major Overhaul
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), an international non-profit that sets standards for responsible seafood farming,
ISO 22000 Revision Enters Public Enquiry Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has moved the revision of ISO 22000 to the public enquiry stage.
ISO 19011 Auditing Standard Enters Final Stage With Hybrid And Digital Shift
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 19011 to the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage.
IMDRF Playbook Guides Global Use Of Shared Medical Device Regulatory Reviews
The International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) has published a playbook to help regulators use shared approaches when reviewing medical devices, known as regulatory reliance.
