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Japan Names 2026 Recipient Of RQES And JSA Chairman Award
The Robust Quality Engineering Society (RQES) has named Hiroyuki Narahara of Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech) as the recipient of the 11th RQES and Japanese Standards Association (JSA) Chairman’s Award.
Czech National Awards Extend Application Deadline To April 21
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MIT) and the Quality Council of the Czech Republic (RKČR) have extended the application deadline for the 26th National Awards of the Czech Republic from March 31 to April 21, 2026.
KATS Opens 2026 Recruitment For Engineering And Language Standardization Roles
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has opened its 2026 recruitment for in-house experts to support the development and review of standards in engineering and language fields.
Standards Watch 31 Highlights Electric Cooking Safety Under BIS Framework
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released the 31st edition of its Standards Watch series,
ISBIH Hosts Webinar on New Version of ISO 14001
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) will host a free webinar on April 15, 2026, to present the upcoming changes in ISO 14001, the environmental management systems standard.
SIST Names Young Ambassadors of Standardization for 2026
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has selected four young engineers as its Young Ambassadors of Standardization for 2026, following its Autumn School held in November 2025 in Ljubljana.
ICT, Telecommunications And Education in New ISS Standardization Bulletin
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released a new issue of its Standardization bulletin, highlighting how standards support digital infrastructure, education, and management practices.
Croatian Standards Institute Hosts 5th Expert Council Session in Zagreb
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) held the 5th session of its Expert Council in Zagreb, bringing together 269 members to strengthen cooperation and participation in standardization.
China Sets Up Three Regional AI Standardization Groups With Distinct Roles
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has established three regional working groups for artificial intelligence, each with a defined focus ranging from international standards work to industrial application.
Singapore Accreditation Council Completes APAC Peer Evaluation
The Singapore Accreditation Council (SAC) has completed a peer re-evaluation by the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC), confirming its continued alignment with international accreditation practices under the Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA).
Burgundy Region Program Helps Firms Prepare for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Updates
The Burgundy-Franche-Comté regional branch of the French Quality Movement (MFQ-BFC) has launched a support program to help organizations prepare for upcoming updates to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
BSI Releases Biodiversity And Nutrient Nature Market Standards, Opens Consultation On Community Framework
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has released two nature market standards covering biodiversity and nutrient credits, while opening consultation on a third focused on community engagement.Global News
ISO TS 20125-1 for Eco-Design of Digital Services Released
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC TS 20125-1:2026,
ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2 on Information Management in BIM Projects Open for Consultation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has opened a public consultation on proposed changes to ISO 19650 Parts 1 and 2,
TIA Develops First Data Center Infrastructure Quality Standard DCE 9000
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is developing DCE 9000, the first quality management system (QMS) standard specifically designed for modern data center physical infrastructure, with publication and certification planned for 2027.
ISO 18969 Clinical Evaluation Standard Draft Advances Past Voting Stage
Voting on the Draft International Standard (DIS) for ISO 18969, Clinical evaluation of medical devices, closed on March 10, 2026, marking its progression to stage 40.60 within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
GLOBALG.A.P. Replaces Technical Committees With Five Working Groups and Names Members
Agraya has replaced GLOBALG.A.P. technical committees with five technical working groups (TWGs) and appointed members to each group, with up to 16 experts per group across five areas.
Renault Group Updates Customer Requirements for IATF 16949 Suppliers
Renault Group has updated its Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) for IATF 16949:2016, with the new version taking effect in April 2026 and applying to all suppliers across its global operations.
ISO 20417 Update Integrates Medical Device Information Into Safety Requirements
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the second edition of ISO 20417, replacing the 2021 version and reshaping how manufacturers provide information with medical devices by moving beyond labeling into a broader role tied to safety and usability.
ISO Releases Practical Guide To Integrating Multiple Management Systems
ISO has released a new publication, Integrated management systems – A practical guide (IMS PG), offering organizations a clear way to combine multiple management system standards into one coherent system.
ISO TR 25326 Gathers Global Examples Of Green Logistics In Practice
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/TR 25326:2026, a new international standard that compiles case studies of green logistics to support lower-carbon operations across global supply chains.
BYD Joins IATF As First NEV-Only Automaker And Second Asian Member
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has approved the addition of BYD Group as a new member of IATF AISBL,
PAS 1958 Published To Connect Built Environment Data Standards
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published PAS 1958:2026, a new guide that helps organizations understand how existing data and information standards in the built environment, including buildings and infrastructure, work together within a single framework.
