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Korea Extends Pilot Accreditation Scheme For ESG Management Systems
The Korea Accreditation Board (KAB) has extended its pilot accreditation scheme for environmental, social and governance (ESG) management systems, continuing the pilot program until October 31, 2026.
France Qualité Launches Project Group to Develop White Paper on Integrated CSR
France Qualité, a French association that promotes quality management and organizational performance,
Pivovarna Laško Union Wins Two Sustainability Recognitions
Pivovarna Laško Union has been named ESG Champion of Slovenia 2025 and has also received a five star Green Star certificate, two national recognitions linked to its sustainability performance.
Slovenian Employers Awarded Socially Responsible Employer Certificates
Twenty-eight Slovenian companies and organizations received the Socially Responsible Employer certificate at a formal ceremony held on December 1, 2025, at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia (GZS).
Indian NABCB Starts Accreditation for FSSC 24000
The National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), operating under the Quality Council of India (QCI), has begun offering accreditation for FSSC 24000, opening the door for certification bodies to seek recognition for this scheme.
EN 16309 Revision Gives Broader Scope To Social Performance Of Buildings
The European standard for assessing the social performance of buildings, EN 16309:2014+A1:2014, is being revised to take a broader and more integrated approach.
WEIL Hotel Becomes First to Earn Malaysia’s Hospitality ESG Certification
WEIL Hotel has become the first property to earn the ESG Certification for Malaysian Hotels and Resorts program.
Brazil Certifies First City in the World for Urban ESG Indicators
São José dos Campos, located in the state of São Paulo, has become the first city in the world to earn an urban ESG certification, awarded by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) at its Platinum tier.
Year Round Technology Earns Silver Recognition Under RBA Program
The Taiwanese precision metal manufacturer Year Round Technology Corporation has been recognized with Silver status under the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Validated Assessment Program.
Croatia’s ESG Rating Awards 2025 Recognize Sustainability Leaders in Six Categories
The Croatian Chamber of Economy (HGK) has presented its 2025 ESG Awards,
Lumar Awarded for Sustainable Operations Among SMEs in Slovenia
Lumar, a Slovenian manufacturer of prefabricated houses, received a special recognition for sustainable operations in the ESG Champion Slovenia 2025 selection.
Jusheng International ready for Sedex SMETA 4-Pillar factory Audit
Jusheng International Industrial Co., Ltd., a Taiwanese manufacturer specializing in hand tools, has completed Sedex SMETA audit guidance with support from Leadership Consulting.Global News
GFSI Seeks Feedback on JFSM Recognition Under Benchmarking Requirements v2024
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has opened a public stakeholder consultation on the Japan Food Safety Management Association (JFSM) application for recognition under GFSI Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024.
Chery Added as IATF's Third Asian Automotive Group Member
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved the addition of Chery Automobile, as a new member of IATF AISBL, making it the third Asian automotive group represented in the organization.
IFS Announces June Release of Progress Logistics Version 2
IFS will publish IFS Progress Logistics version 2 at the end of June, updating the program that helps companies prepare for IFS Logistics certification.
Third Cohort of Environmental Management Youth Leadership Group Kicks Off
The third cohort of the ISO Environmental Management (ISO/TC 207) Youth Leadership Group (YLG 3.0) has held its kick-off meeting, bringing together more than 45 participants from around 30 countries.
ISO 9606 Requirements for Welder Qualification Under Revision
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is revising ISO 9606, the international standard for qualification testing of welders performing fusion welding.
ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group Releases First AI-Focused Guidance
The ISO 9001 Auditing Practices Group (APG) has published new guidance on auditing quality management systems that use artificial intelligence, marking the group's first publication dedicated specifically to AI.
ISO 10993-6 Standard for Implantation Testing Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a revised edition of ISO 10993-6, expanding guidance for implantation studies used in the biological evaluation of medical devices.
All 12 Recognized Food Safety Program Owners Apply for GFSI Version 2024 Recognition
The Consumer Goods Forum's Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has confirmed that all 12 previously recognized Certification Program Owners (CPOs) have applied for recognition against the GFSI Benchmarking Requirements Version 2024.
ISO 14002-3 Climate Guidance Advances to Final Draft Stage
ISO 14002-3, a guidance standard for managing climate-related issues within ISO 14001 environmental management systems, has advanced to the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage.
ISO/TS 23485 Nears Draft Technical Specification Stage Following Review of 300 Comments
The International Organization for Standardization's (ISO) Technical Committee 210 (ISO/TC 210) is advancing work on ISO/TS 23485,
Global ACI Explains Which IAF and ILAC Documents Remain in Force During Transition
The Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) has published a cross-reference tableshowing the status of former International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) publications.
