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Switzerland Revises Rules for Food Origin Labeling
Switzerland Revises Rules for Food Origin Labeling
Switzerland has revised its rules on how food can claim a Swiss origin, publishing the updated ordinance with changes that take effect on January 1, 2026.
CEN and CENELEC Young Professionals Series: Tiphanie Bent Stresses Value of Standards for AI and Finance
CEN and CENELEC Young Professionals Series: Tiphanie Bent Stresses Value of Standards for AI and Finance
The latest feature in the Meet Young Professionals in European Standardization series by CEN and CENELEC introduces Tiphanie Bent from Switzerland.
Swiss Experts Sought for Digital Product Passport Standards
Swiss Experts Sought for Digital Product Passport Standards
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) is inviting Swiss experts to help develop standards for the European Union's Digital Product Passport (DPP).
SAS Launches New "Services and Environment Unit"
SAS Launches New "Services and Environment Unit"
The Swiss Accreditation Service (SAS) has launched a new department, Services and Environment (ASDU), effective December 1, 2024.
New Swiss Standard Improves Proficiency Assessments for Hiring
New Swiss Standard Improves Proficiency Assessments for Hiring
A new Swiss standard, SN 33430, has been introduced to improve the quality and effectiveness of job-related proficiency assessments.
SNV Calls for Experts to Shape ISO GPS Standards
SNV Calls for Experts to Shape ISO GPS Standards
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has launched a call for applications, inviting specialists to join the development and revision of ISO GPS (Geometrical Product Specifications) standards.
The Swiss Takeover: How SNV Took the Helm of ISO Wormgearing Standards Committee
The Swiss Takeover: How SNV Took the Helm of ISO Wormgearing Standards Committee
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has assumed the secretariat management of the ISO/TC 60/SC 1 standards committee.
SAS Passes EA Peer Evaluation, Scope of Accreditation Expanded
SAS Passes EA Peer Evaluation, Scope of Accreditation Expanded
The Swiss Accreditation Service (SAS) has successfully passed its eighth peer evaluation by the European Cooperation for Accreditation (EA).
Swiss Experts Needed for Revision of ISO 45001 Standard on Workplace Safety
Swiss Experts Needed for Revision of ISO 45001 Standard on Workplace Safety
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has issued a call for experts to participate in the revision of the ISO 45001 standard, which focuses on occupational safety and health management systems.

Global News

ISO/TS 14064-4 Introduced to Support Greenhouse Gas Reporting
ISO/TS 14064-4 Introduced to Support Greenhouse Gas Reporting
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TS 14064-4, a new technical specification designed to help organizations apply ISO 14064-1 more consistently when measuring and reporting greenhouse gas emissions.
BRCGS Opens Public Consultation on Consumer Products Issue 5 Draft
BRCGS Opens Public Consultation on Consumer Products Issue 5 Draft
BRCGS has opened a public consultation on the draft of Global Standard Consumer Products Issue 5, marking the first full revision of the standard since 2016 and setting the direction for how non-food consumer products will be certified in the coming years.
VDA QMC Introduces Official Certificates for Automotive SPICE Assessments
VDA QMC Introduces Official Certificates for Automotive SPICE Assessments
From January 1, 2026, companies will be able to officially register Automotive SPICE assessment results with the VDA Quality Management Center (VDA QMC) and issue recognized certificates without infringing trademark rules.
ISO 22095 Chain of Custody Standard Under Review With Call for Stakeholder Input
ISO 22095 Chain of Custody Standard Under Review With Call for Stakeholder Input
The international ISO 22095:2020 Chain of Custody standard is currently under review, and stakeholders are being invited to share their experience with using the standard.
International Standards Bodies Issue Seoul Statement on Trustworthy AI
International Standards Bodies Issue Seoul Statement on Trustworthy AI
International standards organizations have jointly issued the Seoul Statement on Artificial Intelligence, setting out a shared commitment to develop global standards that support safe, inclusive, and trustworthy AI.
ISO 14001:2026 Final Draft Sets New Rules for Climate, Biodiversity and Documentation
ISO 14001:2026 Final Draft Sets New Rules for Climate, Biodiversity and Documentation
The revision of ISO 14001 has recently entered its Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage, and the updated standard is scheduled for publication in April 2026.
ISO 17020 Reaches Final Global Vote toward 2026 Release
ISO 17020 Reaches Final Global Vote toward 2026 Release
The revision of ISO/IEC 17020, the international standard for inspection bodies, has reached the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage and is now in its final global voting phase.
VDA Releases Draft Product Safety And Conformity Guidance for the Automotive Supply Chain
VDA Releases Draft Product Safety And Conformity Guidance for the Automotive Supply Chain
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released the first edition of Product Compliance Volume 2 as a draft edition, focused on safety and conformity requirements across the automotive supply chain, and opened it for industry feedback until February 21, 2026.
ISO Launches Interactive Dashboard with Over 1,100 Environmental Standards
ISO Launches Interactive Dashboard with Over 1,100 Environmental Standards
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a new interactive dashboard that brings together more than 1,100 International Standards linked to environmental data.
EcoVadis Recognizes FSSC 24000 Social Certification Scheme
EcoVadis Recognizes FSSC 24000 Social Certification Scheme
EcoVadis has recognized the FSSC 24000 Social Management System Scheme as a valid certificate under the Labor and Human Rights topic, allowing certified companies to use it directly in EcoVadis sustainability assessments.
IEEE Makes Its AI Standards Available Through New Global Exchange
IEEE Makes Its AI Standards Available Through New Global Exchange
The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) has added its portfolio of artificial intelligence standards to the new International AI Standards Exchange, a central platform created to support responsible AI development worldwide.
IVECO Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
IVECO Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
IVECO Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) for organizations certified to IATF 16949, setting new expectations for how suppliers manage quality, testing, sustainability, and supply disruptions.
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