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TBDS Digital Verification Now Mandatory for TÜRKAK Calibration Certificates
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) is moving ahead with the mandatory implementation of its Document Verification System (TBDS) for calibration laboratories.
Türkiye, Lithuania and Croatia Join PEFC Forest Certification System
Türkiye, Lithuania and Croatia have each received official endorsement from the PEFC Alliance, opening the way for the expansion of PEFC-certified forest areas in all three countries.
FSC Launches Audit Integrity Probe in Türkiye to Address Certification Risks
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has commissioned Assurance Services International (ASI) to conduct an independent investigation into audit quality and integrity issues in Türkiye.
ASO Technical College Becomes First in Türkiye to Earn ISO 21001 Certificate
ASO Technical College, a vocational high school established by the Ankara Chamber of Industry,
Accreditations for Carbon and Water Footprint Verification Now Open Through TÜRKAK
TÜRKAK has begun accepting accreditation applications from organizations seeking to verify compliance with ISO 14067 and ISO 14046 standards. The move supports Turkey’s broader efforts to track and manage environmental impacts in line with global climate goals.
Turkish Defense Manufacturer MKE Earns Occupational Health and Safety Certification From TSE
Machinery and Chemical Industry (MKE), a key player in Türkiye’s defense sector, has been awarded the TS EN ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certificate by the Turkish Standards Institute (TSE) following a successful conformity audit.
TÜRKAK Starts Accreditation Service for ISO 22301 Business Continuity Standard
TÜRKAK has launched accreditation services for certification bodies working with the ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity Management System standard, which helps organizations remain operational during crises.
Turkish Standardization Body Warns Against Using Heating Devices Without CE and TSE Certifications
As winter temperatures drop, the Turkish Standards Institution (TSE) has warned that heating devices without 'CE' and 'TSE' certifications pose serious safety risks.
FSSC 22000 Certification in Turkey Surpasses 1,000 Milestone
Foundation FSSC has announced that over 1,000 FSSC 22000 certificates have been issued to organizations in Turkey, highlighting the country's growing commitment to globally recognized food safety standards.
TÜRKAK Launches New AI Accreditation Under ISO 42001
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has begun providing accreditation services to certification bodies in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) under the ISO/IEC 42001 standard.
TÜRKAK Expands Certificate Verification System to Calibration Sector
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has introduced the TÜRKAK Document Verification System (TBDS) to the calibration sector, enhancing transparency and traceability in calibration processes.
Isparta University of Applied Sciences Receives Quality Management Certificate
Isparta University of Applied Sciences (ISUBÜ) has been awarded the TS EN ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certificate.Global News
Public Comments Open on Draft Revision of ISO 20252 Market Research Standard
A revised draft of ISO 20252—covering vocabulary and service requirements for market, opinion and social research—is under international review, with ISO member bodies invited to submit feedback by September 4.
SQF Edition 10 Coming in August With Focus on Culture, Risk, and Monitoring
The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), the organization behind the SQF Program, will publish Edition 10 of its code in August 2025.
ISO 42006 Brings Clear Requirements for Auditing AI Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC 42006:2025, setting requirements for bodies that audit and certify Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) under ISO/IEC 42001.
IFS Publishes New Doctrine and Product Chart to Support HPC Version 3 Audits
IFS has released two new documents to support audits under the Home and Personal Care (HPC) Version 3 standard:
Small Defense Suppliers Warned to Strengthen Cybersecurity or Risk Losing Contracts
Small and medium enterprises supplying the US Department of Defense are being urged to seek third-party support to meet rising cybersecurity demands under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
GLOBALG.A.P. Launches IFA v6 Smart Standards for Crops and Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has released two new product categories under the Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 plants scope.
Proposal Aims to Modernize How ISO Standards Are Classified and Organized
Germany’s national standards body, DIN, has proposed the development of ISO/NP TS 26019, which would update the International Classification for Standards (ICS).
Geely’s New Customer Requirements and Scorecard Now in Effect
Geely Holding Group’s updated Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) and Scorecard Quick Reference Guide officially took effect on July 1, 2025.
Accreditation Opens for Interprivacy Data Protection Scheme Outside EU
Italy’s national accreditation body, Accredia, has opened accreditation for the Interprivacy data protection certification scheme, which applies to the processing of personal data outside the European Union.
IAF Report Reveals 2024 Growth in MLA Coverage and Accreditation Reach
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released its 2024 report on the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA),
BIFMA Releases 2024 LEVEL e3 Standard Adding Fourth Certification Level and Fixed Criteria
The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) released the 2024 edition of the LEVEL e3 standard on April 21, 2025, starting a 12-month transition period.
