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Argentina's Largest Music Festival Cosquín Rock Partners With IRAM to Verify Its Carbon Footprint
For the second consecutive year, Cosquín Rock, Argentina's largest music festival, has partnered with with IRAM to verify its carbon footprint.
NORSOK R-001 Requirements for Mechanical Equipment Revised and Open for Feedback
Standard Norway has revised NORSOK R-001 to reflect technological advancements and is inviting industry feedback.
New International Technical Committee MTC 564 to Manage Product Life Cycles Across Eurasian States
A new interstate technical committee, MTC 564, was established to oversee the complete life cycle management of products.
Standards Institution of Israel Launches New Customer Portal for Importers
The Standards Institution of Israel (SII) has introduced a new customer portal for importers to streamline the process and save time.
ANAB Honors Robert Yencha with Terry Burgess Assessor Award
The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has awarded Robert 'Bob' Yencha the 8th Annual Terry Burgess Assessor of the Year Award for his dedication to conformity assessment and mentorship.
Wine Sustainability Standard Equalitas Now Recognizes Diversity Ark Certification for Biodiversity
Equalitas, the sustainability standard in the wine sector, now recognizes Diversity Ark certification for meeting its soil biodiversity requirement.
Morocco Launches Online Service for Certificates of Conformity, Streamlining Foreign Trade
Morocco's Ministry of Industry and Commerce, in collaboration with PortNet, has introduced a new online service for managing Certificates of Conformity (CoCs).
Quality Austria Recognizes Excellence in Three Award Categories
At an award event during the 30th Quality Austria Forum, three winners were honored for their contributions to quality.
NHSGGC Biorepository Becomes First in UK to Earn UKAS Accreditation Under ISO 20387
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's (NHSGGC) Biorepository is the first facility in the UK to receive UKAS accreditation under ISO 20387:2018, the international standard for biobanking.
Korean Standards Association Announces 2025 South Chungcheong Province Quality Management Competition
The 2025 South Chungcheong Province Quality Management Competition will take place on June 12–13 at Splas Resom in Deoksan, South Chungcheong Province.
Danish Standards Webinar Explores ISO 81346 Series Updates
Danish Standards has released a free webinar covering the latest updates and initiatives related to the ISO/IEC 81346 series.
Slovenia Calls for Experts to Join Ongoing International and European Standardization Work
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) is inviting experts to contribute to the development of new international and European standards across multiple industries.Global News

IAF Publishes 2023 MLA Report
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) published its 2023 Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) Report, detailing peer evaluation activities to ensure confidence in the IAF MLA.
New discussion platform for national technical working groups - GlobalGAP
The National Technical Working Groups (NTWGs) under GLOBALG.A.P. are local platforms that help adapt and implement GLOBALG.A.P. standards in specific countries.
FSSC 22000 Version 6 Updated to Include Critical Food Safety Parameters
The FSSC has released a new document interpreting the FSSC 22000 Version 6 standard, specifically regarding laboratory analyses for critical food safety parameters.
ISO 55000:2024 on Asset Management Vocabulary Published
The Standards Committee KS CASCO has announced the release of the updated ISO 55000:2024(en), "Asset Management — Vocabulary, Overview and Principles," effective from July 1, 2024.
ANAB Expands Its International Recognition with IAF MLA Signature
The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has stepped up its global game.
IFS have updated IFS HPC Companion Guideline
Are you a label checker? If so, IFS HPC (International Featured Standard – Household/Personal/Care) Standards are your new best friend in ensuring that your household and personal care products are top-notch.
Annual Report for CEN and CENELEC 2023 Released in Digital Format
The 2023 Annual Report for CEN and CENELEC has been released, now available in a fully digital format.
New ISO 10009:2024 Standard on Quality Tools Released
The ISO has released a new standard, ISO 10009:2024, titled "Quality Management — Guidance for quality tools and their application", as announced by the Standards Committee KS CASCO on July 1, 2024.
ISO Develops First International Standard for Net-Zero Emissions
The creation of the first international ISO standard for net-zero emissions is well underway, aiming to provide clarity and firm requirements for the transition towards a "net-zero" state.
As vegetarianism gains traction, certification becomes key
Even in the realm of eating, it seems there's a trend for everything. With a growing focus on sustainability, vegan and vegetarian diets are grabbing the global spotlight more than ever.
Understanding VDA 6.8 - Supply Chain Process Audit
Marko Stojković, Head of Quality Department at Schwing Stetter Smederevo, outlines the key features of VDA 6.8 - Supply Chain Process Audit.