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On 18 April, the first Standardization Summit will take place in Rome, Italy, in the context of the country’s G7 presidency. The event is organized by UNI, the Italian National Standardization Body, under the theme ‘How standards can support glocal social, green and digital policies: the human-centric perspective of the G7 National Standards Organizations’.

For 100 years, Finland has used standards to promote competitiveness, the functioning of society, public safety, and national security. Today, the role of standards in world trade has become more strategic and even politicized, as major powers utilize the standardization of novel technologies to gain advantage over each other. Celebrating its 100th anniversary, SFS Finnish Standards continues to serve the ever-changing needs of businesses and society.

As the Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) begins the celebration of the significant milestone of 90 years of standardization, it is with great honour that they announce the issuance of a commemorative postage stamp, symbolizing the inauguration of the 90th anniversary celebration. This gesture not only signifies the beginning of the jubilant festivities but also serves as a testament to the enduring legacy and contributions of ISS’s institution over the past nine decades.

On the spot - Issue 56 • October 2024

On the spot - Issue 58 • December 2024

To celebrate International Women’s Day, IFAN, the International Federation of Standards Users, hosted “Authentic Voices – Inspiring Women through Shared Standardization Journeys”, a webinar highlighting the role of women in shaping global standards. Moderated by Gabriela Ehrlich, a member of IFAN and former Communication Director at IEC, the discussion emphasized the importance of diversity in standardization and the need for greater female participation.

2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the Estonian Centre for Standardisation and Accreditation (EVS). The anniversary is celebrated by digital initiatives highlighting 25 years of progress in standardization in Estonia.

Europe is increasingly experiencing the impacts of climate change, with extreme weather events, such as devastating forest fires and catastrophic floods, becoming more frequent across EU Member States. Firefighters and emergency service workers are at the forefront of the response, facing growing risks and challenges in their daily work. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays a vital role in protecting these workers from the escalating hazards they encounter.

Response to COVID-19 - Health and safety protocols for tourism establishments and services