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PKN News August Edition: ISO 9001 Revision and Quality in Practice
The August edition of PKN News from the Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) focuses on the ISO 9001 revision and shows how standards support quality and safety in areas ranging from healthcare to major sporting events.
Czech Quality and Sustainability Conference Set for September 10
The 10th National Conference on Quality and Sustainability will examine how digitalization can support quality, security, competitiveness, and sustainable development.
PEFC Opens Consultation on Revised Vietnam Forest Certification Scheme
A public consultation on the revised Vietnam Forest Certification Scheme (VFCS) is open until October 9, 2026.
SIST Seminar Targets Standards, Compliance, and Market Access for Innovative Companies
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) will hold a free seminar on September 22 to help innovative companies use standards when developing products and preparing them for the Slovenian and EU markets.
Slovenia Seeks Members for New Quantum Technologies Committee
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) is inviting experts to join a new national technical committee on quantum technologies, with applications due October 1, 2026.
First ISO Secretary-General Visit to Croatia Leads New HZN e-Glasilo
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has released its July 2026 e-Glasilo, led by the first official visit to Croatia by an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Secretary-General.
FSC Revises Regulatory Module After EUDR Simplifications
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has revised its Regulatory Module to align with the latest simplifications to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), reducing due diligence and risk assessment obligations for some certificate holders.
ISS Webinar Prepares Organizations for ISO 9001:2026 Changes
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) will hold a free webinar on September 18 on changes in ISO 9001:2026.
Australian Students Win Gold and Bronze on International Standards Olympiad Debut
Australia made a successful International Standards Olympiad debut, with students winning Gold and Bronze against a field of 105 competitors from around the world.
Bulgaria Establishes Innovation Management Standards Committee
The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) has established BDS/TC 109, a technical committee dedicated to innovation management standards, replacing an expert working group that had operated in the field since 2011.
DAkkS Starts Cyber Resilience Act Accreditation Process
Germany’s national accreditation body, Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS), has opened accreditation applications for conformity assessment bodies that want to work under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
Vietnam Expands NQI Database for Standards Searches and Online Procedures
Vietnam is expanding its national database for standards, metrology and quality (NQI) with online tools for businesses and the public, while local authorities are already using the platform to manage data.Global News
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party testing, inspection and certification sector,
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14092:2026, a new International Standard that sets clear requirements and guidance for climate change adaptation planning by local governments and communities.
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has completed the second Working Draft of its ISO 9002 revision, marking further progress in updating the guidance to reflect changes in ISO 9001.
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000, a global food safety certification scheme developed by the Foundation FSSC, is moving toward Version 7, a major update that will reshape how food businesses manage safety, align with new global requirements, and prepare for future industry demands.
ISO 45001 Second Committee Draft Version Highlights Safety Culture and Workplace Wellbeing
The revision of ISO 45001 has advanced with the publication of the second version of the first Committee Draft, maintaining the standard at the Committee Draft stage and reflecting feedback from the first international enquiry.
ISO 23662 on Vegetarian and Vegan Foods Enters Periodic Review
ISO 23662:2021, the international standard that defines criteria for vegetarian and vegan foods, has entered its periodic review phase, giving stakeholders the opportunity to decide whether it should remain unchanged or be revised.
PEFC Circular Materials Task Force Established, Experts and Stakeholders Invited to Apply
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has established its PEFC Circular Materials Task Force and is inviting nominations for membership by March 18, 2026.
ASTM Develops WK91420 Guide for Artificial Intelligence in HR
ASTM International is developing a new guide, WK91420, to set clearer standards for artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment and hiring, aimed at reducing bias and improving fairness.
ISO 9001 Revision Advances After Review of 1,700 DIS Comments
The revision of ISO 9001 has moved into a decisive stage, with international experts completing the review of comments on the Draft International Standard (DIS) and confirming that the new edition is on track for publication in September 2026.
ISO Launches ISO 14019 Series With New Standards Supporting Validation and Verification of Sustainability Information
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the first three standards launching the ISO 14019 series,
ISO 18060 Sets Global Rules to Measure Tourism Environmental and Social Impact
ISO 18060, a newly published international standard from January 2026, sets out a global framework to help tourism organizations measure their environmental, social, human, and economic impacts in a consistent and comparable way.
