Industry News July: Audits, Certification, Standards

ISO 9001:2026 reaches final draft stage ahead of September publication

The FDIS ballot for ISO 9001:2026 closed on July 9, with publication expected in September 2026. The revised standard introduces stronger emphasis on quality culture, ethical leadership, and climate change, with a three-year transition period anticipated.

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TIC Council calls for ISO 14019 series to anchor sustainability assurance frameworks

TIC Council has published a position paper urging policymakers to recognize the ISO 14019 series as the definitive framework for sustainability assurance, arguing for consistent, accreditation-based oversight of assurance providers as sustainability reporting requirements continue to evolve.

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ISO 45001 revision reaches draft international standard stage

The Draft International Standard for ISO 45001:2027 entered its formal international ballot in June 2026, with national member bodies given until September to review and comment. Key proposed changes include a stronger focus on worker wellbeing, workforce diversity, and remote working.

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TÜV SÜD accredited as independent safety assessor for railway systems in Canada

TÜV SÜD has received Type A accreditation from the Standards Council of Canada to carry out independent safety assessments for railway systems, making it one of the few bodies in Canada to hold the highest level of independence for third-party railway safety assessment.

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Rainforest Alliance publishes 2025 Annual Report

The Rainforest Alliance’s 2025 Annual Report documents continued growth in its certification program, with its seal now appearing on 66,000 products across 172 countries. The report also highlights progress under the organization’s new Regenerative Agriculture Standard, with the first certified regenerative products reaching shelves in 2026.

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