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IATF Mandates New Online Registration With CCAA for IATF 16949 Auditors in Mainland China
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has released a new registration process for IATF 16949 third-party auditors working in mainland China,
EQIN Concept Note Sets Framework for Europe’s Quality Infrastructure Cooperation
CEN and CENELEC, together with major European partners, have released a joint concept note outlining the European Quality Infrastructure Network (EQIN).
Slovenia Hosts Certification Bodies for 37th IQNET General Assembly in Ljubljana
The 37th General Assembly of IQNET, the international network of certification bodies, was held in Ljubljana from May 26 to 30, 2025.
Third European Halal Congress in Sarajevo to Promote Global Exchange of Knowledge
The third edition of the European Halal Congress will be held on June 16–17, 2025, at Hotel Hills in Sarajevo.
China Aims to Strengthen Autonomous Driving and EV Standards in 2025
China will prioritize the development of national standards for autonomous driving and electric vehicle safety in 2025, according to a new document from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Bank of Namibia Upgrades National Payment System to ISO 20022
The Bank of Namibia has successfully transitioned its Namibia Interbank Settlement System (NISS) to the ISO 20022 global payment messaging standard, effective May 12, 2025.
UNE Magazine May 2025 Issue Spotlights AI Standard, Data Governance, and Quality Infrastructure
The May 2025 edition of UNE Magazine, published by the Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE), is now available online.
Vietnam Issues TCVN 14397 to Guide Evaluation of Policy Outputs
Vietnam has issued TCVN 14397:2025—developed by the Commission for Standards, Metrology and Quality of Viet Nam (STAMEQ)—to provide a structured and measurable approach to evaluating public policy outcomes.
Draft NEN 4400 Standard on Foreign Labor Compliance Available for Comment
A revised draft of NEN 4400-2 has been published for public comment by the Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN).
KATS Awards 17 New Technology and 7 New Product Certificates for 2025
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) awarded certificates to 17 New Excellent Technologies (NET) and 7 New Excellent Products (NEP) during a ceremony held on May 23 in Seoul.
Nominations Now Open for the BRCGS Awards 2025 in the Americas Region
Nominations are now open for the BRCGS Awards 2025, which will be presented at BRCGS Connect Charlotte 2025 this September in North Carolina.
Fifth Episode of BIS Standards Watch Examines Market Surveillance and Service Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released the fifth episode of its Standards Watch series, highlighting how quality standards are shaping safer products and better services across India.Global News
CEN published CWA 18125:2024 ‘Trusted data transaction - part 1’
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has introduced CWA 18125:2024 ‘Trusted Data Transaction - Part 1’.
Feedback requested for guides ISO/IEC Guide 58-2019 and ISO/IEC Guide 63-2019
Comments on the systematic review of two guides are requested by October 18, 2024 and are collected by American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
ISO Proposes New area of Technical Activity: Creative Digital Design and Digital Marketing
ISO is getting creative! They’ve proposed new ISO technical committees for creative digital design and digital marketing, aiming to keep things as standardized as our morning coffee.
IFS released a complete review of their IFS Product and Food Defence Guideline (Version 2)
IFS has just released a complete review of their IFS Product and Food Defence Guideline (Version 2).
Seed Oil Free Certified Food Label Unveiled
The Seed Oil Free Alliance has introduced the "Seed Oil Free Certified" Standards and Certification Program in response to the widespread use of refined seed oils in the global food supply.
Standards support the implementation, testing and adoption of electronic health records
Standards support the implementation, testing, and adoption of electronic health records (EHRs).
Pirelli unveils world's first FSC-certified racing bicycle tyre
Pirelli has introduced the world's first FSC-certified racing bicycle tire, marking a significant step towards sustainable practices in the cycling industry.
CEN and CENELEC established a new coordination group on Hydrogen
The CEN and CENELEC Technical Boards have established a new Coordination Group on Hydrogen (CEN-CLC/COG H2) to ensure coherence across hydrogen-related standards.
New Consultation Opens for GFSI Benchmarking Requirements v2024
GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) has opened a new consultation for its Benchmarking Requirements (BMRs) version 2024, inviting stakeholders to participate.
Crucial Ways to Avoid Greenwashing - SGS White Paper
To avoid greenwashing while verifying environmental claims, it is crucial to understand various greenwashing tactics, including hidden trade-offs, lack of proof, vagueness, false labels, irrelevance, and outright lies.
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.
