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Press Release,
Corporate Announcement

Tim Fuchs takes over as Head of the Accreditation Service

Current Head of Service Unit AS 2 takes over as Head of the Accreditation Service department at DAkkS

Tim Fuchs will take over as head of the DAkkS Accreditation Service on 1 September 2026. He has been working at DAkkS since March 2023 and brings with him extensive experience in accreditation services as well as in-depth knowledge of the accreditation system.

Press Release,
International

DAkkS applies for membership of Global ACI

DAkkS takes next step towards full membership of the new international accreditation organisation

Following a unanimous decision by the German Accreditation Advisory Board (AKB) on 20 August 2026, DAkkS has submitted an application for membership of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI).

Two female scientists working together on a computer for laboratory advice.
Technical Information,
Accreditation of flexible scopes

Introduction of flexible scopes of accreditation for all accreditation activities: DAkkS publishes guidance on the transition to the new system

DAkkS sets out the practical application of the harmonised system and the procedure to be followed during the transition period

DAkkS is introducing a new, harmonised system by extending flexible scopes of accreditation to all accreditation activities. It is also publishing now additional guidance on using Flex Lists and converting existing flexible accreditation scopes.

Andreas Hönnerscheid, Head of Quality Management at DAkkS
Press Release,
Peer evaluation

Who actually assesses DAkkS? How DAkkS is preparing for the 2026 EA evaluation

Assessment of DAkkS by an international EA team in September 2026

Every four years, DAkkS is evaluated by EA. In this interview, Andreas Hönnerscheid, Head of Quality Management at DAkkS, explains the process of such an EA evaluation, how DAkkS prepares for it and why this system is essential for maintaining trust in accreditation.

A processor chip bearing the inscription "Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)", surrounded by golden stars.
Press Release,
Cyber Resilience Act

DAkkS starts accreditation process under the Cyber Resilience Act

Conformity assessment bodies can now submit applications for accreditation for the Cyber Resilience Act

DAkkS is allowing conformity assessment bodies to apply for accreditation under the Cyber Resilience Act, even before the implementation act is published. Accreditation is a necessary prerequisite for notification under this legislation and is carried out in close consultation with BSI.

DAkkS expert council in exchange: round table with laptops and black chairs
Press Release,
DAkkS Committees

DAkkS promotes dialogue within its Expert Council

Annual meeting brings together expertise and perspectives from across conformity assessment

On 8 June, DAkkS welcomed the members of its Expert Council to its annual virtual meeting. The agenda focused on current developments in the accreditation system and on cross-sector discussions of topics relevant to the further development of accreditation practice.

A scientist in a laboratory conducting studies, research or experiments, using a glass bottle and a pipette.
Press Release,
Accreditation of flexible scopes

Shaping the future of accreditation: DAkkS extends its flexible scopes system to all accreditation activities

Harmonised flexibility system with categories A, B, and C reduces administrative burden

DAkkS has established the conditions under which accredited conformity assessment bodies that can demonstrate the necessary competence may apply for flexible scopes of accreditation for all accreditation activities.

Poster of World Accreditation Days 2026, to be read in capital letters: "Innovation, Trust and Sustainability", below "The Power of Accreditation"
Press Release,
World Accreditation Day 2026

World Accreditation Day 2026: Expertise that builds trust

Assessors are the driving force behind accreditation – their expertise ensures safety, innovation and reliable results

The motto of World Accreditation Day 2026 highlights how accreditation builds trust in new technologies, supports digital transformation and promotes sustainability goals. This is made possible above all by the people behind accreditation: the assessors.

Portrait photo of Dr. Torben Frank
Press Release,
Internal news

Change in DAkkS Management

Dr. Torben Frank to take over as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) on 1 June 2026

The new Chief Executive Officer Dr. Torben Frank brings many years of experience in the field of accreditation and a thorough understanding of the structures of DAkkS. He succeeds Dr. Stephan Finke, who led DAkkS for almost ten years.

Group photo of the participants in Jakarta
Technical Information,
International cooperation

DAkkS strengthens German-Indonesian cooperation in quality infrastructure

Exchange between German and Indonesian stakeholders in Jakarta

As part of GPQI, an initiative of BMWE, DAkkS attended the 3rd Annual Meeting of the German-Indonesian Working Group on Quality Infrastructure and other associated events in Jakarta in May 2026.

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