Metrology
The science and regulation of weights and measures, ensuring accuracy and consistency in product quantities, measuring instruments, and legal metrology requirements for trade.
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Region of Murcia Adopts 2026 Industrial and Mining Safety, Seveso and Metrology Inspection Plan
The Region of Murcia has launched its 2026 inspection plan targeting industrial safety, mining operations, Seveso-regulated sites, and metrology compliance. Operators in the region must ensure all technical documentation, safety reports, and equipment certifications are audit-ready to mitigate enforcement risks during this high-intensity inspection period.
SpainUK Government Launches Consultations On Major Updates To Product Safety Laws
The UK has launched a major overhaul of its product safety and market surveillance frameworks, with consultations closing June 23, 2026. Proposed reforms will expand supply chain liability, modernize safety definitions, and introduce digital labeling, signaling a shift toward stricter enforcement and digital-first compliance.
United KingdomSpain: Canary Islands Updates Industrial and Mining Safety Inspection Programme
The Canary Islands has updated its industrial and mining inspection framework to align with national safety and extractive waste rehabilitation standards. Operators should prepare for targeted enforcement campaigns through 2030 focusing on high-risk industrial registers, equipment safety, and worker health.
SpainEU Publishes Updated Tyre Rolling Resistance Alignment Equations For 2026–2027
The EU has implemented updated rolling resistance reference equations for tyre labelling, effective March 2, 2026, for the 2026–2027 period. Manufacturers must adopt these new calibration standards and the 2026 alignment guidelines to ensure accurate fuel efficiency ratings and compliance with EPREL registration requirements.
European UnionMinnesota Senate Bill SF 4808 Proposes E-15 Gasoline Access and Monitoring Requirements
Minnesota has introduced legislation (SF 4808) to mandate E-15 gasoline access at fuel stations starting in 2028 for new sites and 2030 for existing infrastructure. Retailers and fuel equipment manufacturers should assess infrastructure compatibility and capital costs now, as the bill establishes strict dispensing quotas and limited waiver pathways.
United StatesEU Adopts Directive Updating Measuring Instruments for EV Charging, Compressed Gas and Energy Meters
The EU has adopted Directive 2026/706, extending the Measuring Instruments Directive to include harmonised accuracy and billing standards for EV charging and hydrogen dispensers. Manufacturers of transport infrastructure and smart meters must align with new metrological requirements and transitional deadlines to ensure continued market access through 2028 and beyond.
European UnionEuropean Economic AreaOPSS Updates UK National Certificates for Spirit Measures
The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has updated the list of valid national type-approval certificates for spirit measures, removing obsolete approvals as of March 2026. Manufacturers and traders must verify that equipment aligns with the remaining valid certificates to mitigate the risk of non-compliance with weights and measures legislation.
United KingdomBrazilian Chamber Transport Committee Approves Bill Allowing LED Replacement Of Vehicle Headlamps
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies is advancing legislation to permit the replacement of original vehicle headlamps with LED technology, provided they meet Inmetro certification and Contran safety standards. This move signals a shift toward legalizing aftermarket lighting retrofits, creating new market opportunities for certified automotive component manufacturers and service providers.
BrazilGermany / BAuA Research Proposes QA/QC Framework for Wearable Light Loggers and Optical Radiation Dosimeters
Germany’s BAuA has endorsed a new quality assurance framework and open-source tools for wearable light loggers and optical radiation dosimeters. This establishes a technical baseline for occupational exposure monitoring and provides a likely blueprint for future regulatory measurement practices.
GermanyGermany (BAuA) Highlights Expert Consensus on Ocular Light and Optical Radiation Exposure as a Health Determinant
Germany’s BAuA has endorsed an expert consensus framing 24-hour ocular light exposure as a critical health determinant, signaling a shift toward standardized measurement and research. While no immediate regulatory changes are introduced, this focus on metrology and dose-response data suggests future tightening of occupational exposure limits for optical radiation.
GermanyCzech Accreditation Institute Issues Joint Position on IVD Supplier Documentation Under ISO 15189:2023 and IVDR
Czech authorities and industry bodies have issued a joint position clarifying the documentation required from IVD suppliers to support laboratory accreditation under ISO 15189 and the EU IVDR. Suppliers should audit their documentation packages—including Czech-language instructions and conformity declarations—to ensure they meet these standardized expectations for accreditation and market compliance.
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CzechiaEU Adopts Directive Amending Measuring Instruments Directive For EV Charging, Gas Dispensers And Energy Meters
The EU has adopted a Directive amending the Measuring Instruments Directive to include EV charging infrastructure, compressed gas dispensers, and updated smart meter standards. Businesses must ensure new equipment meets updated metrological accuracy and consumer display requirements, with national application beginning 30 months after entry into force.
European UnionBrazil Bill Would Ban Manufacture and Sale of Fibre-Cement Roof Tiles Thinner Than 5 mm
Brazil is considering a bill to ban the manufacture and sale of fibre-cement roof tiles thinner than 5 mm and establish mandatory durability and safety standards. If passed, companies must ensure compliance with new technical specifications and labeling requirements for product resistance and service life to maintain market access.
BrazilEU Council Adopts Directive Amending Measuring Instruments Directive for EV Charging and Gas Dispensers
The EU Council has adopted amendments to the Measuring Instruments Directive (MID) to include EV charging infrastructure and gas dispensers, concluding the legislative process in February 2026. Businesses must prepare for harmonized technical standards and mandatory conformity assessments to ensure seamless market access for energy-metering products across the European Single Market.
European UnionAustria: National Council Adopts Anti-Mogelpackungs "Shrinkflation" Law
Austria has adopted the Anti-Mogelpackungs-Gesetz, requiring retailers to clearly label products that have reduced fill quantities in unchanged packaging sizes starting April 2026. This mandate increases operational transparency requirements for consumer goods manufacturers and retailers, necessitating updated point-of-sale communication and packaging compliance strategies to mitigate reputational and regulatory risk.
AustriaGermany Adopts Nineteenth Ordinance Amending Annexes to the ATP Agreement on Perishable Food Transport
Germany has adopted the 19th ATP Amendment Ordinance, incorporating updated international standards for the transport of perishable foodstuffs into national law. Impacted stakeholders must transition to revised equipment testing protocols and new temperature-recording requirements (DIN EN 12830:2018) to ensure continued cross-border compliance.
GermanyGB OPSS Updates Approved Verifiers Register Under Weights And Measures Act 1985
The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) updated the Approved Verifiers Register for weighing and measuring equipment in February 2026. Manufacturers and operators should audit their service providers against this list to ensure all trade-related equipment remains legally verified and compliant.
United KingdomEU Council Records Czech And Austrian Statements On Amendment Of Directive 2014/32/EU For EV And Energy Measuring Systems
The EU is finalizing amendments to the Measuring Instruments Directive to include EV charging and smart energy meters, despite member state concerns over technical gaps. Manufacturers face expanded compliance and testing obligations, with potential for national implementation variances and future technical revisions.
European UnionEU Council Prepares to Adopt Amendment to Measuring Instruments Directive for EV Charging and Metering Systems
The EU is finalizing an amendment to the Measuring Instruments Directive to bring EV charging infrastructure and energy meters under harmonized regulatory oversight. Manufacturers must prepare for mandatory EU-wide conformity assessments and performance standards, streamlining market access while increasing technical compliance obligations.
European UnionGreat Britain to Amend Measuring Instruments Regulations 2016 for Energy Smart Appliances
The UK government has confirmed it will amend the Measuring Instruments Regulations 2016 by late 2027 to permit remote digital displays for Energy Smart Appliances. This regulatory shift removes physical hardware constraints, allowing manufacturers to transition toward digital-first product designs and streamlined user interfaces.
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