European Standard Proposal Aims to Clarify Product Lifespan Claims

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is considering a new standard that would help organizations worldwide better justify and communicate how long their products are expected to last.

Taiwan Steel Union Achieves UL 2809 Certification For Recycled Content Validation

Taiwan Steel Union (TSU) has obtained certification to the UL 2809 standard, confirming the recycled content in its crude zinc oxide product through third-party validation.

SKZ Warns About Fake Certificates For Plastic Products

SKZ - German Plastics Center has warned about fake SKZ certificates for plastic products appearing in the market.

Europe Develops Standard on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is developing a new standard on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to align how producer responsibility systems are applied across EU countries and reduce barriers for companies operating in multiple markets.

Jardine Engineering Secures ISO 19650 BIM Certification for Digital Construction

The Jardine Engineering Corporation Limited (JEC) has become one of Hong Kong’s first engineering services providers to achieve certification to ISO 19650-1:2018 and ISO 19650-2:2018,

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of a Safety Footwear Manufacturer in Zhejiang, China

A life cycle assessment (LCA) was carried out for a safety footwear producer in Zhejiang, China,

China Issues Plan to Build Standards System for High-End Machine Tools

China has released a plan to establish a high quality standards system for advanced machine tools, aiming to complete the framework by 2026 and reach world leading levels by 2030.

Inmetro Sets Mandatory Footwear Labeling to Fight Piracy and Protect Consumers

The National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology (Inmetro) has issued Ordinance No. 459 of August 19, 2025, requiring all footwear sold in Brazil to carry standardized labels.

First Circular Economy Appliance Safety Standard Released by IEC with China’s Lead

IEC TS 63457-1:2025, the first international safety standard for household appliances in the circular economy, has officially been published under China's leadership.

Mondi Becomes First in Africa to Earn Cradle to Cradle Certification

Mondi Merebank, based in South Africa, has become the first company on the continent to earn a Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certificate.

Brazil Becomes First to Set Quality Standards for Aluminum Cans

Brazil has become the first country in the world to establish a technical quality standard for aluminum beverage cans.

The Swiss Takeover: How SNV Took the Helm of ISO Wormgearing Standards Committee

The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has assumed the secretariat management of the ISO/TC 60/SC 1 standards committee.

Global ACI Sets Three-Year Transition Timelines for ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 9001:2026

Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) has set three-year transition periods for accredited certification to ISO 9001:2026 and ​​​​​​​ISO 14001:2026 , ending September 30, 2029 and April 30, 2029, respectively.

China Approves World’s First Medical Device Standard for AI Brain-Computer Interfaces

China has approved YY/T 2029-2026, the world’s first medical device standard for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that use artificial intelligence (AI).

IFS Makes EU Packaging Rules Self-Assessment Tool Available After 70-Company Pilot

International Featured Standards (IFS) has made its self-assessment tool for the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) available in the IFS Database after a pilot involving 70 companies.

Comment Open on ISO/DIS 20020 for Bodies Auditing and Certifying Food Loss and Waste Management Systems

Comments are open on ISO/DIS 20020, a draft standard setting requirements for bodies that audit and certify food loss and waste management systems (FLWMS).

ISO Begins Developing IWA 52 to Harmonize Transport GHG Emission Factors

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is developing IWA 52 to harmonize how greenhouse gas (GHG) emission factors are calculated for transport.

ISO 22095-1 Chain of Custody Revision Reaches Committee Draft Stage

ISO 22095-1 has reached the Committee Draft stage, moving the revision of the general chain of custody framework into formal consultation.

IATF Clarifies Complaint Handling for Certification Bodies

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has issued new guidance for certification bodies on handling vehicle manufacturer performance complaints through the IATF Complaint Management System (IATF CMS).

How SBTi and GHG Protocol Updates Expand Options for Corporate Emissions Accounting

Changes from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and Greenhouse Gas Protocol, two major frameworks for corporate climate targets and greenhouse-gas accounting, are expanding the options companies have for addressing and accounting for value-chain emissions.

ISO 9001:2026 Officially Launched

The sixth edition of ISO 9001, the world’s most widely used quality management system standard, has been officially launched by ISO during a virtual press conference.

Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS) Launches for Certification of Wider Range of Fibers

Global Standards has launched the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS), a new certification standard for textiles made from a wider range of plant, animal, synthetic, man-made cellulosic and recycled fibers.

ISO 45001 Second Edition Clears DIS Ballot With Overwhelming Support

The draft second edition of ISO 45001 has passed its Draft International Standard (DIS) vote with only one vote against, moving the revision closer to its planned publication in the first half of 2027.

Second Edition of ISO/IEC 17065 Reaches Final Approval Phase

The second edition of ISO/IEC 17065, which sets requirements for bodies that certify products, processes and services, has moved further into the final approval process and is now at stage 50.20 of the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) phase.