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Netherlands Developing Universal Foundation for Faster, Smarter EV Charging Stations
Netherlands Developing Universal Foundation for Faster, Smarter EV Charging Stations
A new Dutch Technical Agreement (NTA) is currently being developed to standardize the foundation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations,
Korea Publishes Revised 2025 Guidelines for World Accreditation Day Government Awards
Korea Publishes Revised 2025 Guidelines for World Accreditation Day Government Awards
The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has published updated guidelines for the 2025 World Accreditation Day government awards,
Applications Open for Russia’s 2025 Standardizer of the Year Award
Applications Open for Russia’s 2025 Standardizer of the Year Award
The application period has begun for the seventh annual Standardizer of the Year award, 
Mexico Postpones Final Labeling Phase for Prepackaged Food and Drink Products
Mexico Postpones Final Labeling Phase for Prepackaged Food and Drink Products
Mexico has extended the second phase of its food labeling standard for prepackaged foods and non-alcoholic beverages until December 31, 2025.
Cleaner Homes, Stronger Batteries: New ASTM Standard for battery-powered cleaning devices
Cleaner Homes, Stronger Batteries: New ASTM Standard for battery-powered cleaning devices
ASTM International is developing a new standard to improve how battery-powered cleaning devices  are tested in real-world conditions.
IRAM Marks 90 Years of Advancing Quality and Safety in Argentina
IRAM Marks 90 Years of Advancing Quality and Safety in Argentina
The Argentine Institute of Standardization and Certification (IRAM) celebrated its 90th anniversary on May 2, highlighting nearly a century of work supporting quality, safety, and sustainability in Argentina and beyond.
Simplified Sustainability Reporting Now Available for Sweden’s Small Enterprises
Simplified Sustainability Reporting Now Available for Sweden’s Small Enterprises
Sweden has introduced a new self-declaration to make sustainability reporting easier for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Federal Prosecutors in Brazil Recognized with Top Certification for Gender Violence Prevention
Federal Prosecutors in Brazil Recognized with Top Certification for Gender Violence Prevention
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has awarded the National Council of the Public Prosecutor’s Office (CNMP) the highest category of the “Nós Por Elas” Seal, recognizing its efforts to prevent and combat violence against women.
Eight Finalists Named for Austria’s 2025 State Prize for Corporate Quality
Eight Finalists Named for Austria’s 2025 State Prize for Corporate Quality
Austria has announced the eight finalists for the 2025 State Prize for Corporate Quality.
CQC Issues First Anti-Counterfeit Certifications in China
CQC Issues First Anti-Counterfeit Certifications in China
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has issued its first anti-counterfeit label certifications to Guozhiyun Technology Group in Fujian and Zhongfang Gaoke Information Technology Service Center in Beijing.
China Seeks Feedback on 48 Proposed Standards Covering Carbon Footprints, MEMS, and More
China Seeks Feedback on 48 Proposed Standards Covering Carbon Footprints, MEMS, and More
China has launched a public consultation on 48 proposed national standards across diverse sectors, with comments open until May 30.
Italy Opens Preliminary Inquiry for Seventeen Standards on Safety, Sustainability, and Emerging Needs
Italy Opens Preliminary Inquiry for Seventeen Standards on Safety, Sustainability, and Emerging Needs
The Italian national standardization body UNI  has launched a preliminary public inquiry for 17 proposed standards, open from May 8 to May 22, 2025.
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