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Brazil Introduces Landmark Standard to Curb Forest Fires
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has launched ABNT NBR 17190:2024, the nation's first standard dedicated to forest fire protection.
UNE Advocates ISO Standards for Circular Economy at Peruvian Manufacturing Seminar
Representatives of the Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) promoted circular economy principles and ISO standards at a seminar in Peru.
Dr. Hà Minh Hiệp Becomes First Vietnamese to Win APO Meritorious and Distinguished Award
Dr. Hà Minh Hiệp, Acting Chairman of the Commission for Standards, Metrology, and Quality of Vietnam (STAMEQ), has become the first Vietnamese recipient of the APO Meritorious and Distinguished Award in 2024.
Raise a Glass: Cordón Blanco Winery Secures First Tandil Geographical Indication
Cordón Blanco Winery is the first to obtain the Tandil Geographical Indication (IG), highlighting the unique qualities of its wines.
Dutch Accreditation Council Updates Guidelines on Proficiency Testing
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has released an updated version of its document RvA-T030-NL, titled "Proficiency Testing, External Quality Assessment & Interlaboratory Comparisons."
Three Innovative Products Gain Market Access with KATS Fusion Special Certification
On December 18, 2024, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) held a ceremony to present the Convergence Special Certification to three new products.
New Qualification Center Opens to Ensure Russian Standardization Experts Meet the Mark
The Russian Institute of Standardization has launched a Qualification Assessment Center for specialists in standardization and technical regulation.
New Norwegian Competency Standard for Social Workers Open for Consultation
A new Norwegian competency standard, NS 6512, designed for authorized social workers, is now open for consultation until February 17, 2025.
SCC and A2LA Launch First Dual Accreditation Program for North America
The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) and the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) have introduced a dual accreditation program to help testing and calibration laboratories achieve seamless cross-border compliance.
ISME Hosts Panel on Role of ISO 45003 in Promoting Workplace Mental Health
The Institute for Standardization of Montenegro (ISME) will host a panel discussion on the role of MEST ISO 45003 in promoting mental health at work.
ISBIH Translates ISO 15189 Standard for Medical Laboratories
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has translated the latest edition of the international standard Medical Laboratories—Requirements for Quality and Competence, and issued it as BAS EN ISO 15189:2022.
