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Connexia Wins Austria's 2026 State Award for Business Excellence
The Vorarlberg-based health care and social services organization connexia has won the 2026 State Award for Business Excellence, presented by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs, Energy and Tourism (BMWET) and Quality Austria.
Russian Standardization Week 2026 Set for October With New Award for Young Experts
The Russian Standardization Institute (RST) has announced that the Russian Standardization Week 2026 forum will take place in St. Petersburg from October 12–16.
Biotechnology Standards Fall Short of Industry Needs, ASCET Finds
The Advancing Standardization for Critical and Emerging Technologies Center of Excellence (ASCET) has released a new environmental scan identifying standards gaps and emerging priorities across the biotechnology sector.
RBA, SA8000 and SMETA Linked to Higher Scores in Taiwan Labor Agency Evaluations
Agencies that recruit migrant workers for employment in Taiwan can earn additional points in Ministry of Labor evaluations through certifications and social responsibility schemes such as RBA, SA8000 and SMETA.
Family Businesses Invited to Apply for Czech Quality Award
The Quality Council of the Czech Republic (RK ČR) has opened applications for the 2026 National Quality Award for Family Businesses, with submissions accepted until July 31, 2026.
Peru Adopts ISO 9000:2026 as National Standard
The National Institute of Quality (Inacal) has adopted ISO 9000:2026 as the Peruvian standard NTP-ISO 9000:2026, aligning the country with the latest international update in quality management and supporting organizations as they prepare for ISO 9001:2026.
Moldova’s Standards Body ISM Becomes CEN and CENELEC Member
The Institute for Standardization of Moldova (ISM) has been approved as a new member of CEN and CENELEC, with the membership set to take effect in January 2027.
UK Future Homes Standards Prompt New BSI Certification Scheme
The UK government has published the Future Homes and Buildings Standards, introducing new requirements for how the energy performance of windows and doors will be assessed in new buildings from March 2027.
Córdoba Event Maps Quality Infrastructure Needs for Circular Economy
The Center of Excellence on Innovation and Transformative Technologies for the Circular Economy (CEITTEC) hosted a regional meeting in Córdoba, Argentina,
KATS Expands GRP Certification for Disability Association
The Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has expanded the Good Remanufactured Product (GRP) Certification held by the Korea Association for Information Technology of Persons with Disabilities (KADI), adding 64 remanufactured toner cartridge models to its existing certification.
Digital Product Passport at the Center of June PKN News
The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN) has published the June 2026 issue of Wiadomości PKN, with the Digital Product Passport (DPP) at the center of the edition.
SNAS Publishes ISO/IEC 17020:2026 Transition Policy
The Slovak National Accreditation Service (SNAS) has published policy PL-64, outlining how accredited inspection bodies will transition to ISO/IEC 17020:2026, the international standard for inspection bodies.Global News
ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.
Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices
An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.
MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.
Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees
Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.
AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins
The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,
ISO 14064-5 Introduces Guidance For Remote Verification Of Greenhouse Gas Data
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 14064-5, which provides guidance on how to carry out verification and validation of greenhouse gas (GHG) data using remote techniques in digital environments.
ISO 9002 Revision Moves To Draft International Standard Stage
The revision of ISO 9002 has entered the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with ISO/TC 176/SC 2, the ISO subcommittee responsible for quality systems, advancing the project into formal consultation.
ISO 37304 Compliance Management Certification Standard Advances to Final Draft Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced ISO 37304 to the final draft international standard (FDIS) stage.
One Vote Tips Toward New Edition Of ISO/IEC 17065 Over Amendment
One vote has tipped the decision toward publishing a new edition of ISO/IEC 17065 instead of issuing a separate amendment, following a closely split ballot within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
Is ISO 25500 a Solution to Supply Chain Data Challenges?
ISO 25500, a draft series of standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is presented by the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) as a possible way to address long-standing problems with unreliable data across global supply chains.
IFS Updates Food, Logistics, Broker And Pacsecure Doctrines To Clarify Certification Rules
The International Featured Standards (IFS) has published updated doctrine documents for its current standards covering food production, logistics, brokerage, and packaging materials, clarifying how certification requirements should be applied without revising the standards themselves.
