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TBDS Digital Verification Now Mandatory for TÜRKAK Calibration Certificates
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 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
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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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 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

IEC 63372 Establishes Method For Measuring Carbon Footprint And Avoided Emissions In Electronics
IFAN Launches Podcast Highlighting Perspectives Of Standards Users
IFAN Launches Podcast Highlighting Perspectives Of Standards Users
The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN), a global organization representing the interests of standards users, has launched a podcast aimed at sharing the experiences of organizations and professionals who use standards in their work.
ISO 25859 for Thermophilic Microorganisms in Dairy Under Development
ISO 25859 for Thermophilic Microorganisms in Dairy Under Development
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is developing ISO 25859, a new international standard that will define how microorganisms that grow at high temperatures are counted in milk and dairy products.
ISO 14001 Final Draft Approved For Publication
ISO 14001 Final Draft Approved For Publication
The Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) of ISO 14001 has been approved, paving the way for publication in mid April.
IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure
IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has established a new legal entity, IATF AISBL, marking a shift from its previous structure as an ad hoc group of automotive manufacturers and their national industry associations.
Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey
Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey
Harper Adams University is inviting professionals across the food chain to take part in a survey on ISO 20001, a proposed international management system standard designed to help organisations systematically reduce food loss and waste.
GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls
GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls
Global Standard has released Version 8.0 of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS),
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is conducting a systematic review of ISO 14091 to determine whether it still meets the needs of organizations addressing climate change risks.
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