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Accreditation symbolIntroduction of the new combined MLA mark from EA and DAkkS
Accreditation symbolIntroduction of the new combined MLA mark from EA and DAkkS
On 1 September 2025, EA published the combined MLA mark (or “EA mark”). With immediate effect, DAkkS-accredited bodies can now easily apply for the EA mark. It is issued free of charge.
StandardisationDAkkS supports international AI standardisation with development of the new ISO/IEC 42007 standard
StandardisationDAkkS supports international AI standardisation with development of the new ISO/IEC 42007 standard
DAkkS is actively involved in the work of international standardisation bodies to develop ISO/IEC 42007, an important standard for conformity assessment of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. DAkkS is playing a central role in this process, contributing its expertise to develop a practical and forward-looking guidance document for AI conformity assessment.
International41 WTO countries demand significant changes to GLOBAC documents
International41 WTO countries demand significant changes to GLOBAC documents
On 12 September, DAkkS, together with 40 other EA members, identified the need for changes to the statutes and other documents of GLOBAC at the General Assembly of the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA).
Digital quality infrastructureQI-Digital Forum 2025: creating momentum for the digital future of global quality infrastructure
Digital quality infrastructureQI-Digital Forum 2025: creating momentum for the digital future of global quality infrastructure
On 8 and 9 October 2025, the QI-Digital initiative, with the participation of Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS), invites you to its fourth forum in Berlin. International experts from the worlds of politics, business, science and academia will discuss how a digital quality infrastructure creates trust, enables innovation and ensures progress. Participation is free – in person or by livestream.
Immission ControlDAkkS updates terminology in certificates and supporting documents in the area of immission control
Immission ControlDAkkS updates terminology in certificates and supporting documents in the area of immission control
On 30 April 2025, the 41st ordinance implementing the Federal Immission Control Act (41. BImSchV) was amended for the first time. As part of this amendment, the references to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 and other relevant technical standards have been updated. This now provides a nationwide, uniform and legally certain basis for all affected and interested parties.
DAkkS calibration labelIntroduction of the DAkkS calibration label: strengthening quality, transparency and legal certainty
DAkkS calibration labelIntroduction of the DAkkS calibration label: strengthening quality, transparency and legal certainty
After an intensive period of preparation and registration with the German Patent and Trade Mark Office, DAkkS is introducing the new DAkkS calibration label. With immediate effect, accredited calibration laboratories can now apply for this protected quality label and use it to identify their calibration services.
InternationalLegal opinion of EA confirms the need for amendments at GLOBAC to ensure compliance with EU law
InternationalLegal opinion of EA confirms the need for amendments at GLOBAC to ensure compliance with EU law
A legal opinion commissioned by the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) confirms that EA's accession to the international organization GLOBAC also requires changes to its documents in order to ensure compliance with European law.
InternationalThere is new hope for an agreement on GLOBAC based on the proposed amendments
InternationalThere is new hope for an agreement on GLOBAC based on the proposed amendments
DAkkS has developed specific proposals to remove obstacles under EU law and has forwarded these to ILAC and IAF. The aim of the upcoming negotiations is to reach a mutually acceptable solution that will enable DAkkS to join the international accreditation organisation GLOBAC in full compliance with EU law.
Switch to new standardChangeover to new DIN EN ISO 15189 successfully completed – DAkkS manages shortened transition period with confidence
Switch to new standardChangeover to new DIN EN ISO 15189 successfully completed – DAkkS manages shortened transition period with confidence
With the publication of DIN EN ISO 15189:2023, DAkkS faced one of the most extensive changeovers in the field of medical laboratory diagnostics. Despite high requirements and a shortened transition period, all affected accreditations were converted on time to ensure their continued validity.
InternationalDr. Andreas Hönnerscheid is the new Chairman of the Arrangement Committee of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC ARC)
InternationalDr. Andreas Hönnerscheid is the new Chairman of the Arrangement Committee of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC ARC)
Dr. Andreas Hönnerscheid, Head of Quality Management at Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS), is the new Chairman of the Arrangement Committee of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC ARC).
International cooperationDAkkS attends the 10th annual meeting of the Indo-German Working Group on Quality Infrastructure
International cooperationDAkkS attends the 10th annual meeting of the Indo-German Working Group on Quality Infrastructure
In July 2025 in New Delhi, as part of the “Global Project Quality Infrastructure” (GPQI), an initiative of BMWE, DAkkS took part in the 10th annual meeting of the Indo-German Working Group on Quality Infrastructure. The meeting marks a milestone in bilateral cooperation between Germany and India in the area of quality infrastructure.
PersonnelDr. Stephan Finke elected Chairman of the German Conformity Assessment Council
PersonnelDr. Stephan Finke elected Chairman of the German Conformity Assessment Council
On 23 July 2025, Dr. Stephan Finke, Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS), was elected Chairman of the newly constituted DIN KonRat. He takes up the office with immediate effect.
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