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Standard Norway and Innovation Norway Launch Free Digital Course on Standards
Standard Norway and Innovation Norway have released a free, 25-minute digital course that introduces the role and importance of standards.
Standard Norway Introduces Innovative AI Tools for Standards Users
Standard Norway is launching new tools to simplify and enhance the use of standards.
Standard Norway Recruiting Experts for New Railway Standardization Committee
Standard Norway has announced the formation of a new committee to develop standards for railway infrastructure and rolling stock.
NEK Publishes New Standard for Emergency Preparedness
The Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK) has launched NEK 801, a new standard for electrical installations in mobile units used by defense and emergency response actors.
Standard Norway Launches Committee for Data and Digitization in Agriculture
Standard Norway established a new national standardization committee in September to support the development of data-driven agrifood systems.
Fishing Vessel Waste Management Standard Under Review in Norway with Industry Input
"Standard Norway" is in the process of reviewing the NS-ISO 5020 waste management standard for fishing vessels to determine how suitable it is for the industry.
Norway Adopts International Standards for Life Cycle Processes in Systems
The Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK) has launched NEK 288, a new standard collection providing a structured framework for life cycle processes in systems and software engineering.
Norway Tightens Greenhouse Gas Verification Standards to Meet EU Goals
Norway has successfully aligned with the EU’s updated requirements for greenhouse gas verification under the ETS framework.Global News
ISO Launches Pilot Licensing Model With New Duties for Certification Bodies
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a pilot of its Differentiated Licensing Model (DML), introducing major changes to how standards are accessed, priced, and controlled.
Sixteenth Meeting of WG 29 Advances ISO 9001 Revision
ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, the working group responsible for revising ISO 9001, met online for its sixteenth session on May 14, 2025.
IATF Celebrates 100,000 Certified Sites as Global Automotive Sector Raises the Bar
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has surpassed 100,000 certified sites worldwide under the IATF 16949 standard, marking a significant milestone in automotive quality management.
FSSC Expands Development Program to Include Packaging and Strengthen Food Safety Support for SMEs
Foundation FSSC has released Version 2.0 of the FSSC Development Program, expanding its support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food sector.
ISO Proposes New Standard for Describing and Sharing Carbon Credit Data
A new proposal for the ISO/TS 32214 standard has been submitted to the ISO Technical Committee on Sustainable Finance (ISO/TC 322), aiming to create a common reference data model for describing and identifying carbon credit projects and units.
ISO Health Informatics Committee Launches Official LinkedIn Channel
The ISO Technical Committee on Health Informatics, ISO/TC 215, has launched its official LinkedIn page to connect professionals in digital health, standards, and data sharing.
Seven Pillars for Event Standards: New ISO Committee Proposed
A new ISO Technical Committee has been proposed for the international events industry.
Cutting-Edge Technologies Drive Urgent Creation of New Safety Standards
As cutting-edge technologies like AI, robotics, and 3D printing rapidly evolve, standards organizations are working urgently to develop new safety guidelines.
GLOBALG.A.P. Tests New Stakeholder-Created Environmental Solution on Farms
GLOBALG.A.P.'s new environmental sustainability solution is now being tested in real-world farm settings across Europe.
Revised SR10 Standard Strengthens Global Framework for Social Responsibility and ESG Integration
The SR10 standard for social responsibility and sustainable development helps organizations embed ethical, social, and environmental goals into their operations.
ISO 9001 Revision Moves Closer to Public Review Stage After April Meeting
The ISO working group ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, responsible for revising ISO 9001, met online on April 28, 2025, to address and resolve some of the remaining comments on the second committee draft.
