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Workshop on Regulation (EU) 2024/1787 on the reduction of methane emissions in the energy sector
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Joint workshop with the European Commission on the Machinery Regulation and Lifts Directive
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Publication of the new international standards with the requirements for bodies performing inspection and certification of persons
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The EU Emission Trading System and the role of accreditation
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The European Quality Infrastructure Network celebrates World Standards Day 2025
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Publication of the European Quality Infrastructure Network (EQIN) Concept Note
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