RISE Becomes First in Sweden to Certify Universal Design Compliance

Swedish organizations can now obtain certification for accessibility efforts, as RISE has become the first entity accredited by SWEDAC to certify compliance with the universal design standard SS-EN 17161.

Sweden Developing First Business Preparedness Standard as Part of Crisis Resilience Efforts

Sweden is leveraging standardization to enhance national resilience in the face of extreme crises and war.

SEK Creates New Committee for Electrified Transport to Meet Climate Goals

The Swedish Electrotechnical Standardization Commission (SEK) has created a new committee, SK 4 – Sustainable Electrified Transport, to advance Sweden’s sustainability goals in transportation.

Fourth Edition of Swedish Handbook for Medical Gas Facilities Published

The Swedish Standards Institute (SIS) has released the fourth edition of SIS Handbook 370: Safety Standard for Medical Gas Facilities.

Swedac Conducts First Assessments Under Updated ISO 15189 Standard

The 2022 version of the ISO 15189 standard has been implemented, and Swedac began inspections of medical laboratories against it in January 2024.

Swedac Team Underscores Value of Collaboration After EA Peer Review

Swedac hosted a European Accreditation (EA) peer review in mid-October to assess its compliance with international accreditation standards.

Swedac Revokes Synlab's Accreditation in Clinical Pathology

Swedac revoked Synlab Sverige AB's accreditation in clinical pathology following the identification of serious deficiencies that could negatively impact public health.

SIS Recognizes Excellence in Standardization Efforts

The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) awarded its annual Standardization Awards to honor outstanding contributions in standardization.

NSAI Partners With RISE Sweden to Launch Certification Scheme for Innovation Management Professionals

The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) has launched a new Certification for Innovation Management Professionals, designed to enhance innovation capabilities across diverse industries.

Sweden Sets New Requirements for Electricity Meters Used in Origin Guarantees

Starting January 1, 2025, all new electricity meters installed to verify guarantees of origin (source of electricity) must meet SWEDAC’s updated regulatory standards.

Efforts in Sweden to Establish European Standard for Safer Clothing Production

The Swedish Consumers' Association aims to make clothing production safer.

Sweden Plans Major Boost to 2025 Standardization Budget

The Swedish government has proposed raising the budget for standardization work from 31 to 45 million SEK, a 45% increase for next year.

SGS Earns NABCB Accreditation for Environmental Claim Verification

SGS has received accreditation from India’s National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), strengthening its ability to support clients with reliable environmental data.

IFS Introduces Tool to Enhance Supply Chain Risk Management

IFS has launched the IFS Supply Chain Processes Check, a tool to help suppliers identify and manage risks in their supply chains.

ISO 59040 Sets New Circular Economy Standard for Product Circularity Data Sheets

On February 3, 2025, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) released ISO 59040:2025, titled Circular Economy — Product Circularity Data Sheet.

New JPEG Trust Standard Combats Deepfakes and Strengthens Media Credibility

A new standard called JPEG Trust has been introduced to help identify authentic photos and videos, aiming to combat the spread of deepfakes.

IAF Adds Validation and Verification to ICT Use in Conformity Assessments

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released Issue 3 of its Mandatory Document 4 (MD 4), expanding the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in conformity assessments to now include validation and verification processes.

IFRS Foundation Releases Guide for Climate-Related Reporting Under ISSB Standards

The IFRS Foundation has released a guide to help companies report climate-related information in line with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards.

Guide on Coordinating Cybersecurity Incident Responses Now Available

A new framework, ISO/IEC 27035-4:2024, has been released to help organizations coordinate their response to cybersecurity incidents affecting multiple partners.

GLOBALG.A.P. Opens Public Consultation on New Social Responsibility Standard for Flowers

GLOBALG.A.P. has introduced a new Social Responsibility standard for flowers and ornamentals, focusing on improving social and labor conditions in high-risk countries.

ISO 14001 Draft Update Released and Open for Comments

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a draft update for ISO 14001, the global standard for environmental management systems.

GAEI, a New Tool to Measure Accreditation Capability Worldwide

The latest IAF Outlook newsletter introduces the Global Accreditation Experience Index (GAEI), a new tool measuring accreditation capability worldwide.

BSI Unveils Free Net-Zero Guide to Help SMEs Cut Emissions

BSI has launched a free standard to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop net-zero transition plans.

Update of IFS Split Audit Protocol puts sharper Risk Controls and Planning in Focus

IFS has released version 2 of its Split Audit Protocol, providing updated guidance for audits conducted both on-site and remotely.