How can testing laboratories apply standards in practice? ——Frontline observation from equipment suppliers E-tech interviewed Ryan Morrison. His experience supplying equipment to testing laboratories has given him profound insights into the challenges these labs face in the practical application of standards and conformity assessment. 04 May, 2026
ISO/IEC JTC1 Plenary Focuses on Emerging Technology Standards — Metaverse, Neuromorphic Computing Become New Standardization Directions SÃO PAULO — The first plenary meeting of 2026 of the Joint Technical Committee on Information Technology (ISO/IEC JTC1) of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) was recently held in São Paulo, Brazil. More than 100 delegates from countries including China, the United States, Germany, and Japan participated both in person and remotely. 17 Jun, 2026
Canada joins international effort to shape responsible AI standards SCC signs arrangement with standards bodies from Singapore, the United Kingdom, Republic of Korea, and Australia to support practical work on AI governance, testing, and international standards. 16 Jun, 2026
3GPP 112th Plenary Meeting Advances 6G Standardization — First Normative Release Timeline Officially Set From June 8 to 12, 2026, the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) held its 112th plenary meeting in Singapore. This marks the first time since the official launch of 6G standardization that all three Technical Specification Groups (RAN, SA, and CT) have convened simultaneously. The meeting brought together hundreds of delegates from around the world, hosted by Keysight Technologies at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. 12 Jun, 2026
Singapore announces new road map to improve standards and conformance capabilities, partnerships Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) has launched its Standards and Conformance (S&C) 2035 road map.It is setting out steps to strengthen the Republic’s S&C capabilities, deepen international partnerships, and enable businesses to compete and grow amid increasing global complexity. 12 Jun, 2026
ISO Officially Releases 32212: Financial Institution Net Zero Transition Planning Moves from "Voluntary Commitment" to "Strategic Framework" ISO 32212:2026 "Sustainable Finance — Net zero transition planning for financial institutions" Addresses the Financial Sector's Role Boundaries and Action Pathways in the Climate Transition 10 Jun, 2026
IEC and ISO SMART Standard Digitalization Lead Visits China — International Cooperation in Standard Digitalization Deepens From June 8 to 9, 2026, Francis Pennell, Head of the SMART Standards Single Delivery Unit (SDU) of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), visited the China National Institute of Standardization (CNIS). The two sides held in-depth discussions over two days on topics related to standard digitalization. 10 Jun, 2026
Establishment of the Express Service Subcommittee under the ISO Technical Committee on Innovative Logistics On June 2, the inaugural meeting of the Express Service Subcommittee (ISO/TC 344/SC2) under the ISO Technical Committee on Innovative Logistics was held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. Mr. Zhao Chongjiu, Director of the State Post Bureau of China, Mr. Deng Zhiyong, Vice Minister of the State Administration for Market Regulation and Administrator of the Standardization Administration of China, and Mr. He Zhongwei, Vice Governor of the People's Government of Zhejiang Province, addressed the meetin 03 Jun, 2026
Open Call for Tender: Experts for the development of a Pan-European Certificate on Standardization of the RESSE Project - Reinforcing the European Standardization System through Education The three European Standardization Organizations – CEN, CENELEC and ETSI – have created a consortium to respond to a call under the Single Market Programme aimed at Reinforcing the European Standardization System through Education (RESSE) and addressing the need for skilled experts in standardization. 01 Jun, 2026
Empowering Urban Renewal with International Standards: Digital Technologies Tackle Complex Challenges for a Sustainable Future It has been proven that urban renewal is a powerful solution to a host of urban challenges, yet only a handful of cities have truly embraced this philosophy. For many cities, urban renewal is overly complex. Consequently, the practice of expanding urban boundaries by developing undeveloped greenfield land and constructing new buildings continues unabated. This consumes more valuable resources and results in irreversible land occupation. Digital technologies can help cities overcome the obstacles 04 May, 2026

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