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China’s Market Regulator SAMR Releases Guidelines to Accelerate Digital Certification
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), in cooperation with several ministries, has released guidelines to advance the digital development of quality certification.
Armenia Forms Jury for National Quality Award With 18 EFQM-Trained Experts
Armenia has formed the jury for its national quality award by certifying 18 experts trained under the EFQM model for assessing organizational excellence.
PCA Seeks Feedback on Update to Poland’s Central Accreditation System Document DA-01
The Polish Centre for Accreditation (PCA) has released for consultation a draft update of its DA-01 document, the central description of Poland’s accreditation system.
BSF 2025 Forum on Standardization in Lithuania Highlights Baltic Cooperation
The Baltic Forum on Standardization (BSF 2025) took place in Vilnius from September 3 to 5,
Brazil Invites Feedback on Revision of ABNT NBR 10004-2 Waste Classification Standard
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has opened the process for revising ABNT NBR 10004-2:2024,
Vietnam Institutions Urged to Adopt ISO 27001 Cybersecurity Standard After Recent Breach
A data breach at the National Credit Information Center of Vietnam (CIC) has prompted the Vietnam Cyber Emergency Response Center (VNCERT) to
RvA Publishes Updated Accreditation Protocols for Energy, Carbon Emissions, and Healthcare IT Security
The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has issued new versions of three Specific Accreditation Protocols (SAPs).
TÜV Austria White Paper Details Trusted AI Framework for Safe and Certifiable Systems
TÜV Austria has released a new white paper presenting its Trusted AI Framework, a structured approach for evaluating and certifying artificial intelligence (AI) systems in safety-critical applications.
EU Acknowledges MSPO as Credible Sustainability Standard Supporting EUDR Compliance
The European Union (EU) has officially recognized the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification as a credible sustainability standard that supports compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
Jusheng International ready for Sedex SMETA 4-Pillar factory Audit
Jusheng International Industrial Co., Ltd., a Taiwanese manufacturer specializing in hand tools, has completed Sedex SMETA audit guidance with support from Leadership Consulting.
China Issues Rules to Refine Digital Labels for Pre-packaged Food
China has introduced detailed rules for the use of digital labels on pre-packaged food,
Indonesia Makes Halal Certification Compulsory for Imported Food and Beverages by 2026
Starting October 17, 2026, Indonesia will require halal certification for imported food and beverages,Global News
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.
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.
