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NFST 2025 Conference Highlights Digital Transformation of Russian Standardization
NFST 2025 Conference Highlights Digital Transformation of Russian Standardization
The prominent Russian conference on standardization and digital technologies, NFST 2025, took place in Kazan on October 2–3.
Discussion Outlines Priorities of Ambitious Russian 2026 Standardization Program
Discussion Outlines Priorities of Ambitious Russian 2026 Standardization Program
The draft of Russia’s National Standardization Program for 2026 (PNS-2026) was discussed at an expanded meeting of the
Moscow Conference to Explore How Standards Drive Science and Technology
Moscow Conference to Explore How Standards Drive Science and Technology
An conference on the role of standardization in advancing science and technology will take place on October 15, 2025, organized by the Russian Standardization Institute (RST).
Arshin App Released for Easy Access to Measuring Instrument Verification in Russia
Arshin App Released for Easy Access to Measuring Instrument Verification in Russia
The Federal Agency on Technical Regulating and Metrology (Rosstandart) in Russia has released a mobile app called Arshin,
Russian Institute Launches AUM Online Platform for Standardization Training
Russian Institute Launches AUM Online Platform for Standardization Training
The Russian Institute of Standardization (RST) has launched the Automated Training Workplace (AUM) of the shared resource center for standards "Standardization Ecosystem".
Kuzbass Quality Center Tops July Ranking of Regional State Certification Bodies in Russia
Kuzbass Quality Center Tops July Ranking of Regional State Certification Bodies in Russia
The Russian Institute of Standardization (RST) has released the July 2025 ranking of participants in the National Certification System (NCS).
Russia Extends Use of 'Eco' and 'Bio' Labels Without Organic Proof Until 2030
Russia Extends Use of 'Eco' and 'Bio' Labels Without Organic Proof Until 2030
Manufacturers in Russia can continue using terms like "eco," "bio," and related labels on their products without needing to prove organic compliance until September 1, 2030.
Digital Standardization for Children’s Products Headlines July Issue of Standards and Quality
Digital Standardization for Children’s Products Headlines July Issue of Standards and Quality
The July issue of Standards and Quality, a professional magazine covering standardization and quality topics in Russia,
Russia Makes Digital Labeling Mandatory for Spices and Snacks
Russia Makes Digital Labeling Mandatory for Spices and Snacks
Digital labeling is now mandatory for all seasonings, spices, and snack products in Russia as of July 1, 2025.
Cracking Down on Loopholes: Russia Moves to Enforce Declared Standards
Cracking Down on Loopholes: Russia Moves to Enforce Declared Standards
Russia is updating its legislation on standardization to close loopholes and improve product quality.
Russian Journal’s New Issue Spotlights Ecosystem of Standardization Launch
Russian Journal’s New Issue Spotlights Ecosystem of Standardization Launch
The latest issue of the Russian Institute of Standardization (RST)  journal highlights the launch of the Ecosystem of Standardization, now registered in Russia’s National Scientific and Technological Infrastructure database (CKP RF).
Russia Now Requires Local Representative for Foreign Medical Device Registration
Russia Now Requires Local Representative for Foreign Medical Device Registration
Foreign manufacturers with medical devices registered in Russia must appoint a Russian Authorized Representative (RUS REP) or update existing representative details by August 31, 2025.

Global News

Updated ISO 27701 Now Offers Standalone Privacy Management Certification
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
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
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
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
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).
CSQ 2.0 Launched: Cannabis Safety and Quality Certification Revision
CSQ 2.0 Launched: Cannabis Safety and Quality Certification Revision
The Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) organization has launched the finalized CSQ 2.0 Certification Program,
Updated ISO 21001 for Educational Management Moves Focus to Learners and Sustainability
Updated ISO 21001 for Educational Management Moves Focus to Learners and Sustainability
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released the second edition of its Educational Organizations Management Systems (EOMS) standard, ISO 21001:2025.
First Global Standard for Organizational Biodiversity Action: ISO 17298 Launched in Kigali
First Global Standard for Organizational Biodiversity Action: ISO 17298 Launched in Kigali
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 17298, the world’s first international standard to help organizations take measurable and accountable action on biodiversity.
FAO Introduces New Guide on Anticipating Future Food Safety Risks
FAO Introduces New Guide on Anticipating Future Food Safety Risks
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has published a new guide that explains how
Global Climate Reporting Standards and Frameworks Mapped by Datamaran
Global Climate Reporting Standards and Frameworks Mapped by Datamaran
Datamaran, a provider of ESG risk and regulatory intelligence, released an infographic and accompanying report providing a global overview of climate change reporting standards and frameworks.
BRCGS Revamps Online Directory to Enhance Supplier Management
BRCGS Revamps Online Directory to Enhance Supplier Management
The British Retail Consortium Global Standards (BRCGS) has launched an upgraded version of its online Directory, introducing Directory Pro and a new API service to
ISO Survey 2024 Released as China’s Return Skews Global Results
ISO Survey 2024 Released as China’s Return Skews Global Results
The 2024 edition of the ISO Survey marks a major shift in how global certification data is collected -
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