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ISO/IEC 17043:2023 Transition Completed in Türkiye
ISO/IEC 17043:2023 Transition Completed in Türkiye
Türkiye has completed the transition to TS EN ISO/IEC 17043:2023, with all 23 proficiency testing providers accredited to the previous edition of the standard successfully adopting the new requirements.
ISO/IEC 17020:2026 Transition Timeline Set for Turkish Inspection Bodies
ISO/IEC 17020:2026 Transition Timeline Set for Turkish Inspection Bodies
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has published its transition policy for ISO/IEC 17020:2026, giving inspection bodies until March 27, 2029, to complete the move from the 2012 version of the standard.
USB Certification Becomes First Body Accredited by TÜRKAK for IFS and BRCGS
USB Certification Becomes First Body Accredited by TÜRKAK for IFS and BRCGS
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has granted its first accreditation under the International Featured Standards (IFS) and BRCGS food safety programs to USB Certification, making it the first certification body accredited by TÜRKAK for the schemes.
TÜRKAK Joins International AIQI Consortium
TÜRKAK Joins International AIQI Consortium
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has joined the AIQI Consortium, an international initiative focused on strengthening quality infrastructure and governance for artificial intelligence (AI).
TÜRKAK Revises Proficiency Testing Procedure, Issues New Subfield List
TÜRKAK Revises Proficiency Testing Procedure, Issues New Subfield List
Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has revised its P704 laboratory proficiency testing procedure and published a new L704-001 subfield list.
Istanbul Airport Earns ISO 46001 Water Efficiency Certification
Istanbul Airport Earns ISO 46001 Water Efficiency Certification
Istanbul Airport operator İGA has earned TS ISO 46001 certification for its water efficiency management system, following an audit conducted by the Turkish Standards Institution (TSE). 
Türkiye Environmental Agency Secures Three Certifications From TSE
Türkiye Environmental Agency Secures Three Certifications From TSE
The Türkiye Environmental Agency has been certified to three internationally recognized management system standards by the Turkish Standards Institution (TSE) after successfully completing audits.
TURKAK Opens Accreditation For ISO 46001 Water Efficiency Certification Activities
TURKAK Opens Accreditation For ISO 46001 Water Efficiency Certification Activities
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TURKAK) has begun accepting accreditation applications for certification bodies under TS ISO 46001, a standard focused on water efficiency management systems.
Türkiye Issues First PEFC Chain Of Custody Accreditation
Türkiye Issues First PEFC Chain Of Custody Accreditation
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has granted its first accreditation under the PEFC ST 2002:2020 Chain of Custody standard, enabling certification activities in Türkiye to be carried out in line with international requirements.
TURKAK Warns Against Unauthorized Certificates Issued by Foreign Bodies
TURKAK Warns Against Unauthorized Certificates Issued by Foreign Bodies
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TURKAK) has issued a public warning that some conformity assessment organizations operating in Türkiye are obtaining certificates from foreign entities that have no legal authority to provide accreditation in the country.
SOCAR Refinery Laboratory Secures ISO 17025 Accreditation
SOCAR Refinery Laboratory Secures ISO 17025 Accreditation
The Haydar Aliyev Oil Refinery Laboratory operated by the State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) has earned ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation following a successful accreditation audit and a formal certificate handover in Baku.
FSC Publishes Interim Forest Stewardship Standards for Mozambique and Türkiye
FSC Publishes Interim Forest Stewardship Standards for Mozambique and Türkiye
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published new Interim Forest Stewardship Standards for Mozambique and Türkiye, with both standards set to take effect on March 15, 2026.

Global News

SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment
SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has opened public access to the draft version of ISO 9002, allowing organizations and quality professionals to read and comment on the official guidance for applying ISO 9001 before the document is finalized.
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
It has been a busy week for automotive quality, with four significant updates released for the sector.
ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials
ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 33400:2026, updating the international vocabulary for reference materials (RM) and certified reference materials (CRM).
TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance
TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance
The International Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC Council) has published a paper urging policymakers to recognize the ISO 14019 series as the framework for sustainability assurance,
IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs
IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs
International Featured Standards (IFS) has updated its Progress Scoring System brochure following the recent launch of IFS Progress Logistics 2.
CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners
CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) announced the winners of the International Quality Awards 2026 during the Quality Live event in London on June 25,
IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication
IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication
The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) has centralized the authentication of aerospace quality management system auditors, replacing the previous network of independent Auditor Authentication Bodies (AABs).
FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect
FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched a new online training course to support implementation of its revised trademark standard, FSC-STD-50-001 V3-0, which takes effect on July 1, 2026. 
SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft
SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has made the proposed second edition of ISO 45001 - draft available for free download and public review,
 
ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment
ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO/DIS 9002 for ballot, opening the international comment period on the revision of the guidance standard for applying ISO 9001. 
Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment
Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment
ISO 14060, the first international standard for net zero alignment, has entered public consultation.
EU Approves EN ISO 15223-1 for Medical Device and IVD Labeling
EU Approves EN ISO 15223-1 for Medical Device and IVD Labeling
The European Commission (EC) has approved EN ISO 15223-1, the standard used for symbols on medical device and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) labeling, for use in demonstrating compliance with EU requirements for these products.
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