Today, October 14, we celebrate World Standards Day \u2014 the international day of standardization. On this occasion, today we will also publish a second, special edition of MOODY NEWS dedicated to standardization.<\/p>\n
EU \u00b7 Artificial Intelligence and Control Systems \u00b7 Published Harmonized Reference<\/p>\n
On 14 October 2026, the European Commission published Implementing Decision (EU) 2026\/2274 referring to EN 18286:2026 on quality management systems for the regulatory purposes of the EU AI Act. The decision enters into force on the day of publication. For suppliers of high-risk systems, this creates a presumption of conformity only with the requirements covered by the standard or its relevant parts. The reference does not automatically imply conformity with the entire AI Act and does not introduce a general obligation for third-party certification. Suppliers and assessment teams should compare management procedures, post-market surveillance and audit evidence with the applicable scope.<\/p>\n
European Accreditation Infrastructure \u00b7 Biobanks and Accreditation \u00b7 Updated Official List<\/p>\n
The list EA-INF\/03, revision 113, updated on 13 October 2026, now shows the scope of \u201ebiobanks\u201c according to EN ISO 20387 and its signatory bodies. For EGAC, ACCREDIA, NA, PCA, RvA and UKAS, the date of the initial decision is 30 September 2026. What is new is the published initial list, not the decision taken on 13 October. Biobanks, scientific organisations and contracting authorities can use it when checking international recognition. The specific accredited scope of the provider must also be checked before accepting results; participation of the national authority in the MLA does not mean automatic accreditation of every biobank.<\/p>\n
EU \u00b7 Food and Traceability \u00b7 Official Corrigendum<\/p>\n
The amendment of 14 October 2026 to Regulation (EU) 2025\/666 clarifies the transitional rule for foods with listed cellulose additives, including E 466. In the amended Article 4(2), the condition of lawful placing on the market before 27 October 2025 refers to additives. Foods containing them may continue to be marketed until their own date of minimum durability or use-by date. This is a clarification of an existing regime, not a new general authorisation for additives. Manufacturers, importers and auditors should check batch records, delivery documents and the link between the added additive and the finished food before applying the transitional exemption.<\/p>\n
EU \u00b7 Digital Identity and Transport \u00b7 Implementing Regulation adopted<\/p>\n
Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026\/2266, published on 14 October, lays down common rules for the issuance and management of mobile driving licences. It will enter into force on 3 November 2026 and links the technical specifications to the European digital identity wallets and the electronic attribute certificate framework. Technical verification of authenticity and validity, maintenance of accurate data and revocation procedures are foreseen. This does not mean that all countries will start mass issuance on that date. Issuing authorities, technology providers and auditors should verify compatibility, lifecycle management and incident reporting; the notification of issuing authorities to the Commission is due by 3 November 2027.<\/p>\n
United States \u00b7 Emissions and Environmental Reporting \u00b7 Current Interim Final Rule<\/p>\n
On October 14, 2026, the U.S. EPA issued an interim final rule that extends the deadline for annual reports under the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program for the reporting year 2025 from October 30, 2026, to March 10, 2027. The rule specifically changes only this deadline, with no other changes to the 40 CFR Part 98 regime. Affected U.S. facilities and international groups with such operations should update their schedules, responsibilities, and controls over emissions data, and maintain the necessary records. Comments on the rule are being accepted until November 30, 2026. The extension does not change deadlines under the EU ETS, CBAM, or other European regimes and should not be used as a reason to delay them.<\/p>\n
USA \u00b7 Batteries and Product Safety \u00b7 T\u20137 Advisory Reminder<\/p>\n
On October 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, the CPSC will hold a virtual hearing on the proposed standard for lithium-ion batteries and electrical systems in micromobility products. This is a reminder one week before the event announced on October 5, and is not a new mandatory requirement. Those wishing to submit a comment must submit a request and written text and register by October 15, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time \u2014 midnight, October 16 in Sofia. Manufacturers, exporters, and testing laboratories should review the proposed tests and applicable standards and support their positions with technical evidence. The final rule has not yet been adopted.<\/p>\n
EU \u00b7 Energy Infrastructure \u00b7 Reminder T\u201330<\/p>\n
On 14 October, there are 30 days left until the deadline of 13 November 2026 for electricity projects in the third Union PCI\/PMI list procedure. The call has been open since 14 September; this alert is a reminder of the deadline. The European Commission requires compliance with the TEN-E criteria, including significant cross-border benefit and relevant project evidence. The link with the latest ten-year network development plan is also important for the applicants concerned. Developers, operators and technical consultants should check the eligibility, maturity of the project and the quality of the data for the cost-benefit analysis. Application does not automatically grant status, funding or a certificate of compliance; other categories of infrastructure have separate deadlines.<\/p>\n
USA \u00b7 importance for Bulgaria \u00b7 Nuclear energy and engineering evidence \u00b7 International strategic signal<\/p>\n
On October 14, 2026, the U.S. NRC published a direct final rule to renew the AP1000 design certification and incorporate revision 20 of the design control document. The update reflects changes verified during the licensing, construction, and operation of Vogtle Units 3 and 4. The anticipated effective date is December 28, 2026, unless significant adverse comments are received by November 13. The topic has specific Bulgarian relevance for the Kozloduy Units 7 and 8 AP1000 technology project. Engineering teams and suppliers should review the applicable design revision and configuration evidence. The U.S. certification does not replace Bulgarian permits and assessment under national requirements.<\/p>\n
USA \u00b7 Chemicals and Industrial Chains \u00b7 Project Consulting<\/p>\n
On October 14, 2026, EPA published a proposal to extend certain deadlines under the U.S. regime for trichloroethylene, TCE, through December 31, 2027. It covers specific cases of processing, industrial use as a process aid, and associated wastewater discharges, as well as the phase-out of TCE as a feedstock for HFC-134a. Comments are being accepted through November 13, 2026. This is a draft, not a blanket, deferral of restrictions. Manufacturers, importers, and affected suppliers should verify the exact use category and available alternatives. Substitution, safety, and compliance plans should not be changed based on the proposal before a final decision.<\/p>\n
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