JSA Updates Special Page on ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Revisions

The Japanese Standards Association (JSA) has renewed its dedicated web page providing the latest information on the ongoing revisions of

First in Japan: Godot Certified for ISO 42001 Artificial Intelligence Standard

Godot Inc. has become the first Japanese company to earn certification to ISO/IEC 42001, the international standard for artificial intelligence management systems (AIMS).

CQC Employees Li Jiangyun and Liu Meng Named China IEC Young Experts

Two young professionals from the China Quality Certification Center (CQC), Li Jiangyun and Liu Meng, were awarded the title of “China IEC Young Experts”.

Japan’s National Strategy Will Target Standards for Five Cutting-Edge Technologies

Japan is preparing a new national strategy to promote international standards for five cutting-edge technologies.

i-PRO Becomes First in Security Industry to Earn ISO 42001 AI Certification

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a global leader in edge computing security cameras, has become the first company in the physical security industry to earn ISO 42001 certification for its AI management systems.

Japan Honors Corporate Sustainability Leaders With SX Brand and Nominee Awards

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) have named 13 companies as SX Brands 2025 and recognized two additional firms as SX Nominated Companies for their strong sustainability efforts.

Japan Wraps Up Public Input on Circular Plastic Product Design Standards

The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has closed its public comment period on draft standards for the design certification of plastic products,

Japanese Language Starter Kit Launched Ahead of 2025 OSD Platform Transition

The Japanese National Committee (JNC) of the IEC has introduced a Japanese-language starter kit to help national experts adapt to the Online Standards Development (OSD) platform,

IAF and ILAC Replaced at Year End as New Global Accreditation Body Takes Over

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) will begin dissolution processes on January 1, 2026,

ISO 17620 published to support global biodiversity preservation and sustainable development

A new international standard, ISO 17620:2025, has been published to help ensure that development projects protect, preserve, and enhance biodiversity worldwide.

IATA Launches Integrated Sustainability Program for Airlines

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has introduced the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP), a comprehensive certification and assessment framework tailored for airlines.

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The international standard ISO/IEC 27001 has turned 20, continuing to serve as the main global reference for information security management systems (ISMS).