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The merger of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC)...

As of July 2026, ISO 9001:2026 has not yet been published. The standard is currently...

Whilst the terms ‘accreditation’ and ‘certification’ are often used interchangeably, they are two closely related...

We are pleased to announce the start of our journey towards UKAS accreditation for the...

Recent research published by UKAS provides clear, evidence‑based insight into the economic value of UKAS‑accredited...

Atlas Certification is pleased to announce that it is progressing towards UKAS accreditation for BS...

ISO 14001:2026 builds on the 2015 edition rather than replacing it, with an emphasis on...

Atlas Certification is proud to announce that it has been accepted onto the UKAS pilot...

5 key areas of change New terminology and guidance The 2026 edition introduces several updates...

SSiP has issued a small set of amendments to the version released in January 2026...

A new update to the SSIP Rules & Bylaws (Version 8.20) was released in January...

Many organisations are starting to consider how they will approach the upcoming changes to ISO...

It was a pleasure to chair the face-to-face Technical Advisory Committee meeting held at the...

The construction industry is evolving rapidly, with increasing demands for safety, quality, and sustainability. While...

In 2025, the digital landscape is more volatile than ever. Cyber threats are evolving rapidly...

We’ve recently had a surge of enquiries from clients asking for quotes on ISO certification—covering...

It was fantastic to see UKAS-accredited certification body colleagues from across the United Kingdom attending...

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is working on revisions to its key management standards:...

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is the sole National Accreditation Body for the United...

I chaired my second UKAS Management System Certification Technical Advisory Committee (MSCTAC) earlier this month...

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has published new guidance on product marking requirements...

As the United Kingdom’s National Accreditation Body, UKAS plays a vital role in supporting conformity...

The International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) are merging to...

Having been appointed as Chair, I had the pleasure of leading UKAS’s recent Management System...

Atlas Certification wishes to announce that we are one of the first UKAS-accredited certification bodies...

It was a great pleasure this week to return to the annual United Kingdom Accreditation...

As the go-to certification body, Atlas Certification is accredited by an IAF MLA signatory member...

This insightful article and video outline the future of accredited certification, presented by the IAF...

The Federation of Certification Bodies (FCB) is celebrating its 20th year since its establishment in...

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is the sole National Accreditation Body for the United...

Since the publication of ISO/IEC 27001:2022, a range of deadlines were established to ensure that...

Please note that these standards have now been amended to incorporate the following additional criteria:...

Following the UKAS brand refresh in 2021, which updated the symbols of accreditation that all...

Many certification bodies in the UK and overseas are not UKAS accredited or accredited by...

Thank you for your custom over the last year and we wish your team and...

Prioritising environmental sustainability isn’t just a trend: it’s a vital strategy for securing the health...

In September, the Department of Business and Trade (DBT) and UKAS signed an updated Memorandum...

Organisations have long understood the many potential business benefits of holding certification to an international...

The Department for Business and Trade has today announced an indefinite extension to the use...

As Chair of the Federation of Certification Bodies, it was great to attend the UKAS...

As Chair of the FCB (Federation of Certification Bodies) I am delighted to confirm that...

Congratulations to the team at Virasel Valve Solutions Ltd on achieving UKAS-accredited certification to the...

We join the nation and the wider world in marking the coronation of His Majesty...

As a reputable and growing certification body, we want to give something back to our...

Following the UKAS brand refresh in 2021, which included an update to the symbols of...

Whilst the terms ‘accreditation’ and ‘certification’ are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct steps...

The government will continue to recognise the CE marking for 2 years, therefore allowing businesses until 31 December...

The 2022 version of the standard gives organisations of all sizes, sectors and locations an...

In anticipation of the release of ISO 27001:2022 later this year, the International Accreditation Forum...

It is with deep sorrow that Atlas Certification marks the passing of Queen Elizabeth II...

See below info about a new scheme for young innovators (only open until 27th July)...

UKAS will be shortly be launching CertCheck – it is a free-to-use online database that...

The 9th June 2022 marks World Accreditation Day (#WAD2022), a global initiative established by IAF...

The last couple of years have been challenging for most people and organisations and the...

UKAS have confirmed that the EA have published revised Article of Association and Rules of...

Atlas Certification is supporting World Quality Week.  This year between the 8th and 12th  November...

Government confirms businesses will have an extra year to start using the new product safety...

There are many certification bodies in the UK and overseas that are not UKAS accredited...

The Atlas Certification team are delighted to receive SSIP (Safety Schemes In Procurement) accreditation by...

So Britain’s PM has indicated that from the 19th July 2021 the majority of Covid-19...

We’d like to share a recent post published by UKAS which clarifies the differences in...

It’s clear that the Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in an increase in home working and...

Established by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC), World Accreditation Day is...

Today I attended one of the many trade association meetings which support local businesses in...

Members of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 176, Sub-Committee 2 (TC176/SC2) have...

The COVID-19 pandemic and resultant economic disruption has placed significant pressure on local business and...

We received good news today from UKAS, our accreditation body.  They have approved our extension...

I write this post with two hats on, as a business owner of a UKAS...

IOSH have created a webinar which provides useful information and updates about the changes and...

UKAS are the UK Government’s appointed accreditation body for management system certification. When considering your...

UKAS has changed its branding and has adopted a spectacular purple approach. The new brand...

Further update on this article: UKAS releases an Q&A document about the validity of UKAS...

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Atlas Certification is excited to announce the release of its online tutor-led training courses. Our...

The publication of the draft bill, on Monday 20 July, follows the announcement made by...

For everyone concerned about online privacy, ISO/IEC 29184 has just been published. We’re more connected...

“Time for Nature” is the theme for this year’s World Environment Day, highlighting that the...

The effects on day-to-day business operations due to the associated restrictions relating to Covid-19 is...

It is confirmed that UKAS will remain as an EA member until at least January...

First and foremost ACL’s priority is to protect the health and well-being of our people...

We are all aware of the restrictions that the Coronavirus pandemic is placing on our...

Great news! The ACL website goes live...