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Zwolle Breaks Ground with First PEFC Trees outside Forests Certification
The municipality of Zwolle in the Netherlands has become the first to receive the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) Trees outside Forests (TOF) certificate, marking a milestone in sustainable tree management beyond traditional forests.
NEN Seeks Dutch Experts for In Vitro Diagnostics Standards Committee
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is seeking Dutch experts to join its In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) standards committee.
NEN Initiates Development of Sustainability Guidelines for Medical Devices
In April 2025, the Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) will begin creating a Dutch Practical Guideline (NPR) focused on the sustainability of medical devices.
Dutch Experts Sought for New 'Chain of Custody' Standards
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is seeking Dutch experts to contribute to the development of new 'chain of custody' standards, specifically ISO 13662 'Mass Balance' and ISO 13659 'Book and Claim'.
Dutch Involvement in European Sustainability Standards: Strong Foundation, But More Industry Support Essential
In a recent interview, Emiel Janssen, consultant at NEN, discussed the Netherlands’ role in shaping European sustainability standards.
Dutch Experts Sought for New European Circular Construction Standards
The European standards committee CEN/TC 350/SC 1 has established five new working groups to develop standards for circular design, material efficiency, and reuse in the construction sector.
Dutch Energy Sector Pushes for Circular Infrastructure as NEN Supports Transition
The Dutch energy sector is taking significant steps toward a circular economy to reduce the use of raw materials like aluminum, copper, and steel.
Dutch Initiative Aims to Close Standards Gap in Responsible Risk Profiling Algorithms
NEN, the Dutch standardization institute, is launching the development of a Dutch Technical Agreement (NTA) to guide organizations in the responsible use of risk profiling algorithms.
NEN Seeks Public Input on Revised Non-Standard Emission Measurement Guideline NPR 8117
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is inviting stakeholders to provide feedback on the proposed revision of NPR 8117,
Dutch Accreditation Council Updates Guidelines on Proficiency Testing
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has released an updated version of its document RvA-T030-NL, titled "Proficiency Testing, External Quality Assessment & Interlaboratory Comparisons."
Leader Needed: NEN Seeks Chair for Assistance Dogs Standards Committee
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is looking for a chairperson to lead the Assistance Dogs Standards Committee in the Netherlands.
NEN Seeks Dutch Experts for International E-Sports Standards Development
The national standardization body of the Netherlands, NEN, is seeking Dutch experts to contribute to the development of international standards for e-sports under ISO/TC 83, focusing on sports and recreational facilities and equipment.Global News
ISO Approves Plan to Develop 56012 Innovation Ecosystem Management Standard
ISO has approved a New Work Item Proposal (NWIP) to develop ISO 56012, a guidance standard on innovation ecosystem management.
Germany Declines to Join New Global Accreditation Organization GLOBAC
On February 26, 2025, the German Accreditation Advisory Board advised the Federal Government that Germany, through its national accreditation body (DAkkS), should not join the newly established Global Accreditation Cooperation (GLOBAC).
BRCGS Releases Module 11 to Align Packaging Standards with tms/HAVI Requirements
BRCGS has introduced Module 11 for its Packaging Materials Issue 7 Standard, developed in partnership with tms/HAVI.
Launch of Global Standards Consultation on PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing)
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is inviting experts worldwide to participate in an open consultation on Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services.
First Global Standard for Child-Friendly Services for Victims of Violence Released by ISO
In a historic move, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced WA 49:2025, the first international guidelines for child-friendly services aimed at supporting victims of violence.
ISO Develops Two Standards for eDNA Analysis in Aquatic Life Research
ISO is developing two international standards to improve the reliability of environmental DNA (eDNA) techniques used to study aquatic life and assess water quality.
Renault Group Updates Quality Requirements for IATF 16949
Renault Group has updated its Customer-Specific Requirements (CSRs) for IATF 16949:2016, effective March 14, 2025.
BRCGS Invites Experts to Join Technical Working Group for Consumer Products Issue 5
BRCGS is calling for industry professionals to join its Technical Working Group (TWG) to help revise the Consumer Products Standard, currently at Issue 4, which was launched in 2016.
FSSC 22000 Certification Body Applications Paused Due to High Demand
The Foundation FSSC has announced a 12-month pause on new applications from Certification Bodies (CBs) for the FSSC 22000 Scheme, effective from March 14, 2025, to March 14, 2026.
UNECE Recommendations Aim to Enhance Conformity Data Exchange and Product Transparency
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has released two significant documents that could shape global trade and sustainability frameworks.
ISO 37001 Updated to Strengthen Anti-Bribery Efforts Worldwide
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 37001:2025, an updated anti-bribery management system standard aimed at strengthening integrity, ethical leadership, and governance in organizations worldwide.
