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ILNAS Publishes First National Analysis on Sustainable Development Standards
The Luxembourg Institute for Standardization, Accreditation, Safety, and Quality of Products and Services (ILNAS) has released its first-ever Standardization Analysis – Sustainable Development, unveiled on October 15 during World Standards Day 2025.
Standards Watch 22 Highlights How Standards Ensure Safe and Quality Products
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) released the 22nd edition of Standards Watch, its regular video series on standardization and quality,
First TÜRKAK Accreditation Issued for Product Carbon Footprint Verification
The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TÜRKAK) has issued its first accreditation in the field of product carbon footprint (PCF) verification under the international environmental management standard ISO 14067.
Digital Production, Oil Sector and Labeling in New Edition of Russian Standardization Journal
The fifth bimonthly issue for 2025 of Information and Economic Aspects of Standardization and Technical Regulation journal, published by the Russian Standardization Institute (RST), is now available.
Quantum Computing Layer Model – First Technical Report by CEN and CENELEC JTC 22
CEN and CENELEC’s Joint Committee 22 on Quantum Technologies has launched its first publication, Technical Report CEN/CLC/TR 18202:2025, defining a layer model for universal gate-based quantum computing.
First Overhaul in 25 Years: KATS Begins Full Revision of Measurement Act
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has launched the first full revision of the Measurement Act in 25 years.
Fast-Tracking AI Standards for EU AI Act: CEN and CENELEC Adopt Special Package
CEN and CENELEC have adopted a special package of measures to speed up the creation of European standards supporting the EU AI Act.
Lek Receives Golden Q and Innovation Awards for Advancing Quality and Energy Efficiency
Lek, a pharmaceutical company and part of Sandoz, received the Golden Q Award from the Pomurje Association for Quality and the Gold Innovation Award from the Pomurje Chamber of Commerce.
Three ATS Updates Refine Accreditation Rules for Laboratories and Conformity Bodies
The Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS) has issued three major updates concerning accredited and applicant conformity assessment bodies.
U.S. Report Tracks Progress on 3D Printing Standards Gaps
America Makes and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) released the September 2025 Gaps Progress Report,
Germany’s Leading Standards Bodies Urge Integration of Technical Rules into Modernization Agenda
Germany’s three leading standardization organizations
Canada Invites Proposals To Strengthen Climate Adaptation Through Standards
The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is inviting applications for its open call for proposals under the program Advancing Climate Adaptation Through Flexible Standards-Based Strategies and Solutions.Global News
EA Approves Conditional Membership in Global Accreditation Cooperation - GLOBAC
The European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has voted to apply for membership in the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (GLOBAC), but only if key governance changes are made.
ISO and GHG Protocol Join Forces to Create Unified Global Standards for Carbon Accounting
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) have announced
IFS Introduces Deforestation Check to Support EUDR Compliance
IFS has launched the Deforestation Check Self-assessment to help businesses prepare for the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
ISO Establishes Committee to Develop Standards for Event Industry
A new international standards committee, ISO/TC 354, has been created to establish best practices for the global event industry.
Global Standard for Textile Publishes Version 4.0 of Requirements for Certification Bodies
The Global Standard has released Version 4.0 of its approval procedure and requirements for Certification Bodies.
IAF and ILAC Publish New Issue of IAF/ILAC A2 for Evaluating Accreditation Bodies
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) have published a new issue of IAF/ILAC A2:
South Korea Leads Release of ISO 18960 Standard on Third Party Payment Security
South Korea has led the development of ISO 18960:2025, a new international standard that sets security guidelines for third party payment service providers.
ISO Annual Meeting 2025 Heads to Rwanda
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting 2025 will take place from October 6 to 10 in Kigali, Rwanda,
IEC Survey Shows Global Citizens Demand Stronger Action on Renewable Energy
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has released a new study showing overwhelming public support for a more sustainable future,
EA Legal Opinion Confirms GLOBAC Must Amend Statutes for EU Compliance
A legal review commissioned by the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has concluded that the planned international body GLOBAC must amend its documents to comply with European Union law.
What to Expect With Revision of Benchmark Aerospace QM Standard as AS9100 Transitions to IA9100
The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) is preparing the release of IA9100, the new quality management standard that will replace AS9100 for aviation, space, and defense.
