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Library Standards Take Focus in BDS Compass Issue 3/2026
The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) has devoted the latest issue of BDS Compass to the standards behind library services, from identifying publications to measuring performance and preserving collections.
AI and Data Center Energy Demand Lead September PKN News
Artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing electricity demand from data centers lead the September issue of Wiadomości PKN (PKN News) from the Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN).
Korea Developing New Rules for Certifying Products and Services to Industry Group Standards
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) is preparing new assessment and oversight rules for bodies that certify products and services to standards developed by industry groups.
Fositek Completes ISO 14064-1 Verification for Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Fositek Corp., a Taiwan-listed electronics components manufacturer, has completed third-party verification of its greenhouse gas inventory under ISO 14064-1:2018.
UNI’s STANDARD Magazine Returns With Coverage of Demographic Change and New ISO 9001
The September 2026 issue of STANDARD, the magazine of the Italian Standards Body (UNI),
Peru Adopts ISO 9001:2026 as National Standard
Peru has adopted ISO 9001:2026 as NTP-ISO 9001:2026,
European MOZART Project Develops CWA 18409:2026 for Grasp-Free Robotic Food Handling
CWA 18409:2026 has been published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), providing a common technical framework for grasp-free robotic systems designed to move and manipulate soft, fragile and irregular food products using deformable surfaces instead of conventional grippers.
ISBIH Glasnik 2/26 Covers Hot Topics From Household Robots to the Mostar Fair
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has published the second 2026 issue of its Glasnik newsletter, covering recent standards developments alongside the Institute’s work in Bosnia and Herzegovina and across the region.
Eighth HZN e-Glasilo of 2026 Covers Cloud Security, AI and European Standards
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has published the eighth issue of its e-Glasilo newsletter in 2026, bringing together new Croatian standards and developments from ISO, IEC, CEN and CENELEC, and ETSI.
SIST e-Sporočila Covers AI, Quantum Technologies, Digital Product Passports and EU Packaging Rules
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has published the second 2026 issue of its e-Sporočila newsletter,
EN 18229-3 Human Oversight, Part of AI Trustworthiness Framework, Opens for Comment
A draft on human oversight is now open for comment within the five-part European EN 18229 AI trustworthiness framework.
NEN Launches Customer Panel to Shape AI Tools for Standards
The Royal Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has launched an AI customer panel to help shape tools that make standards easier to find, understand and use while reducing the risk of incorrect answers from general-purpose AI systems.Global News
GMP+ International Launches Feed Life Cycle Assessment Standard
The GMP+ International has launched the MI5.7 Feed Life Cycle Assessment LCA standard, introducing a harmonized method for calculating and communicating the environmental impact of feed products across the supply chain.
ISO 22367:2026 Revises Risk Management Guidance for Medical Laboratories
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22367:2026, a revised standard that provides medical laboratories with a structured approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling risks across laboratory activities and testing processes.
ISO 30134 Series KPIs Highlighted in New Data Center Energy and Water Whitepaper
A new whitepaper published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) explains how key performance indicators (KPIs) from the ISO/IEC 30134 series can be used to measure and report energy and water use in data centers.
CSQ Invites Comments on Cannabis EU GMP Certification Addendum
Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) has opened a public comment period for a new EU GMP certification addendum,
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Updates Prerequisite Programs And Aligns With GFSI 2024
The Foundation FSSC has released Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 food safety management system certification scheme, introducing updated prerequisite programs (PRPs) and aligning the scheme with the 2024 Global Food Safety Initiative requirements.
ISO Develops Carbon Credit Data Model Standard, Calls for Input
A new data model for carbon credit markets is being developed by ISO’s sustainable finance and financial services committees, with early input still open to stakeholders.
ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.
Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices
An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.
MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.
Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees
Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.
AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins
The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,
