EU Adopts New Supply Chain Directive for Corporate Responsibility

The EU has enacted the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), mandating companies to ensure sustainable and ethical practices throughout their supply chains.

Montenegro Hosts Roundtable on Medical Laboratory Accreditation

The Accreditation Body of Montenegro (ATCG) hosted a roundtable focused on the role and significance of medical laboratory accreditation.

ANSI to Host Phase 2 Launch Event for Emerging Tech Standards in Developing Countries

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) wil host the U.S. launch of an initiative to support standardization in developing countries, with a focus on critical and emerging technologies.

NIST Grants $15 Million to Launch Standardization Center for Critical and Emerging Technologies

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded $15 million to ASTM International to establish a Standardization Center of Excellence.

New UNI ISO 45002 Guide Released to Strengthen OH&S Management in Italy

UNI released the UNI ISO 45002, the Italian version of guidance on implementing ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety (OH&S) management.

Taiwan’s AUO Leads Display Industry with First ISO 14068-1 Carbon Neutrality Certification

AUO, a display technologies provider, has become the first in Taiwan and the global display industry to achieve ISO 14068-1 verification for its headquarters.

Street Lighting Shines in New Issue of 'BDS Compass'

The latest issue of BDS Compass, the official magazine of the Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS), focuses on street lighting, highlighting standards that ensure safety and efficiency after dark.

Expert Talks on Circular Economy at Austrian Standards

Austrian Standards, together with the Circular Economy Forum Austria, organized expert discussions on the circular economy.

Denmark Sets National Record with 11 IEC 1906 Award Winners

A total of 11 Danish experts from various organizations received the IEC 1906 Award for outstanding contributions to international electrotechnical standardization.

New Guidelines Aim to Improve Food Labelling in Italy

The Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMIT) has issued new guidelines to enhance food labelling standards.

Saudi Arabia Prescribes Switch to USB-C Port for All Electronic Devices

Starting January 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will require all mobile phones and electronic devices sold in the kingdom to feature USB Type-C charging ports.

New Guidance Aims to Cut Carbon in UK Concrete Industry

The British Standards Institution (BSI) has released new guidance to help the concrete industry reduce its carbon emissions.