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A network organization for quality infrastructure - Mozaik - was initiated in Serbia
On Thursday 20.11.2025. at the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Belgrade, a session of the Initiative Board of the NETWORK ORGANIZATION FOR QUALITY INFRASTRUCTURE (MOSAIK) was held .
Serbia Set to Introduce Digital Accreditation in December
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) is preparing to launch a fully digital accreditation system on December 1.
First Unified Pacific Regional Standard Coming Soon
Standards Australia (SA) is helping Pacific nations move toward their first unified regional standard, with a draft now open for public comment on Quick Frozen Cassava.
Brazil Certifies First City in the World for Urban ESG Indicators
São José dos Campos, located in the state of São Paulo, has become the first city in the world to earn an urban ESG certification, awarded by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) at its Platinum tier.
Spain Issues First ISO 27701 Accreditation to Bureau Veritas Iberia
Bureau Veritas Iberia has become the first body in Spain to receive accreditation from the Spanish National Accreditation Body (ENAC) to certify privacy information management systems under UNE-ISO/IEC 27701:2021.
Vietnam Seeks Comments On New Rules For National Quality Awards
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) is asking ministries, provinces, and business groups to comment on a draft circular that will replace the current regulation governing how the Vietnam National Quality Awards are organized and assessed.
IRAM Brings Together Global Partners to Celebrate 90 Years of Standards Work
The Argentine Institute of Standardization and Certification (IRAM) marked its 90-year milestone by gathering more than 200 representatives from
ENAC Passes OECD Good Laboratory Practice Assessment With No Deviations
The National Accreditation Body of Spain (ENAC) has passed the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) assessment of its Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) oversight programs with no deviations.
Standards Watch Issue 23 Highlights Safer Sustainable Plastic Packaging
The 23rd edition of the Standards Watch video series explains how plastic packaging can be made safer and more sustainable.
Germany Releases First Safety Standard for Plug-In Solar Devices
The German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (DKE) will publish the world’s first product standard for plug-in solar devices in December 2025, giving
Mexico Recognizes MDSAP as Equivalent to National Medical Device GMP
Mexico has issued a new interpretation rule for the NOM-241-SSA1-2025 standard on good manufacturing practices (GMP) for medical devices, confirming that
Korea Forms National Council To Drive Automotive SDV Standards
Korea has formed a national council to advance software-defined vehicle (SDV) standards, a step meant to strengthen the country’s future position in the automotive sector.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.
