Pressure Equipment
Equipment and assemblies subject to pressure, including vessels, piping, and safety accessories, regulated for design, manufacturing, and periodic inspection (e.g., under the EU PED or US ASME BPVC) to prevent failure and explosions.
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UN TDG Sub-Committee Proposes Updated ISO Gas Cylinder Standards for Class 2
In April 2026, the UN Sub-Committee on the Transport of Dangerous Goods tabled proposals to update the ISO gas cylinder standards referenced for Class 2 gases in the UN Model Regulations, including new editions of ISO 14246, ISO 11118 and ISO 9809-4. If adopted, these changes will clarify and tighten global requirements for gas cylinder and valve design, manufacturing and leak testing, with older ISO editions likely phased out by the end of 2032 and supply chains needing to transition specifications accordingly.
GlobalUN TDG Model Regulations Proposal To Amend 6.2.1.6.1(d) Note 3 On Ultrasonic Examination
The UN Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods will consider an ECMA proposal to amend section 6.2.1.6.1(d) of the UN Model Regulations so that ultrasonic examination can be used for periodic inspection of seamless tube shells as well as cylinders at its June–July 2026 session. If adopted and implemented into modal and national dangerous goods rules, this would broaden reliance on ISO 18119-based ultrasonic testing for refillable pressure receptacles, potentially reducing hydraulic pressure tests while maintaining safety expectations for gas cylinders and tubes.
GlobalIllinois Adopts 2025 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Standards and New Repair Reporting
Illinois has updated its boiler and pressure vessel safety rules to adopt 2025 ASME and NBIC standards and require National Board repair, alteration, and decommissioning reports to be filed with the state boiler authority as of April 2026. Plant operators and repair firms in Illinois must align new installations, inspections, and pressure equipment work with the latest codes and ensure documentation systems capture and transmit the mandated National Board forms to avoid compliance and enforcement risk.
United StatesLouisiana HB 799 Would Overhaul Boiler Safety Regulation Under the State Fire Marshal
Louisiana’s HB 799, now in the state Senate, would recodify and strengthen boiler safety regulation under the State Fire Marshal, standardising inspection, licensing, and fee rules from 1 January 2027. If enacted, boiler owners, operators, insurers, and installers in Louisiana will need to adjust inspection contracts, licensing coverage, and budgeting for higher fees and civil penalties to avoid shutdown orders and daily fines.
United StatesAlabama Legislature Enrols HB568 on Child Labor and Boiler/Elevator Safety
Alabama has enrolled HB568 and delivered it to the Governor, overhauling child labor penalties, boiler and pressure vessel exemptions and fees, and elevator safety rules, with a planned effective date of 1 October 2026 if the bill is signed. If enacted, facilities and employers in Alabama will need to reassess inspection responsibilities, modest new fees, and on-site-only elevator software changes, and tighten child labor compliance ahead of the new regime.
United StatesSpain Adopts Royal Decree 302/2026 Implementing EU Internal Market Emergency Procedures for Industrial Products
Spain has adopted Royal Decree 302/2026 to embed EU internal market emergency procedures into national industrial safety law, creating fast-track but tightly controlled routes for crisis-relevant machinery, pressure equipment, ATEX devices, electrical equipment and lifts once the EU activates an internal market emergency mode. This will require manufacturers, notified bodies and market-surveillance authorities to prepare for prioritised assessments, exceptional non-CE emergency authorisations, and reinforced cross-border enforcement cooperation, while also adapting outdoor machinery noise testing to updated EU measurement methods and timelines.
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European UnionMichigan LARA Advisory Meeting on Proposed Skilled Trades Regulation and Part 9A Boiler Code Rules
Michigan is convening a public advisory meeting in April 2026 to discuss proposed updates to skilled trades licensing and boiler safety code regulations. Stakeholders should engage early to influence technical safety standards and licensing requirements that will govern construction compliance and boiler operations across the state.
United StatesEU Transportable Pressure Equipment Directive — Emergency Procedures For Crisis-Relevant Goods Apply From 30 May 2026
The EU has established new emergency procedures for transportable pressure equipment to ensure market availability of critical goods during future crises. Businesses must prepare for accelerated conformity assessment pathways and distinct labeling requirements that may bypass standard certification routes during declared emergencies.
European UnionEuropean Economic AreaUK Department For Business And Trade Publishes Guidance On CE‑Marked Products For EU Market
The UK government has issued consolidated guidance for exporters on navigating EU CE marking and conformity requirements for manufactured goods. Businesses must ensure alignment with overlapping EU regulations to maintain market access and mitigate enforcement risks under the New Legislative Framework.
European UnionNew Hampshire DOL Proposes Updates to Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules (Lab 1200)
New Hampshire is proposing to update boiler and pressure vessel safety rules to align with current ASME standards and modernize enforcement procedures. Operators should prepare for stricter compliance oversight and the potential for immediate equipment shutdowns if inspection certificates are not maintained.
United StatesEU Parliament ENVI Committee Drafts Opinion Amending Product Directives (Including RoHS) on Digitalisation and Common Specifications
The European Parliament is advancing amendments to digitalize compliance documentation and harmonize technical specifications across thirteen major product directives including RoHS and ATEX. This transition toward digital conformity data will require manufacturers to modernize product information systems and prepare for standardized digital labeling across multiple regulatory frameworks.
European UnionGermany Updates TRBS 2141 On Hazards From Steam And Pressure
Germany updated Technical Rule TRBS 2141 in March 2026 to refine safety requirements for operating and maintaining steam and pressure systems. Operators must align risk assessments and maintenance protocols with these revised standards to ensure continued compliance with industrial safety regulations.
GermanySlovenia Consults on Draft Law Establishing Internal Market Emergency Measures and Critical Product Procedures
Slovenia has proposed a framework law to implement the EU Internal Market Emergency and Resilience Regulation, establishing national protocols for supply chain monitoring and emergency product derogations. Manufacturers of critical goods should anticipate potential fast-track conformity assessments and temporary market access rules for non-CE-marked products during EU-declared emergencies.
SloveniaNetherlands ANVS Publishes Draft Kernenergiewet Permit Amendment For Mistras Group B.V.
The Dutch nuclear regulator is proposing expanded radioactive source limits and revised occupational dose thresholds for industrial testing operations through May 2026. These licensing shifts signal evolving operational thresholds for mobile radiography that may influence future safety standards and compliance requirements for non-destructive testing.
NetherlandsGreat Britain Updates Designated Standards for Pressure Equipment
Great Britain updated the designated standards for pressure equipment in March 2026, introducing new editions for components including valves, tubes, and flanges. Manufacturers must transition to these revised standards by July 2026 or July 2027 to maintain the presumption of conformity and ensure continued market access.
United KingdomUS PHMSA Seeks Comment on Actions on Hazardous Materials Special Permits
PHMSA has issued final decisions on hazardous materials special permits affecting the transport of lithium batteries, gas cylinders, and chemical tank cars. Impacted organizations should evaluate these specific grants and denials to maintain regulatory compliance and identify potential logistics efficiencies or supply chain risks.
United StatesUS PHMSA Seeks Comment on New Hazardous Materials Special Permit Applications
US PHMSA is soliciting feedback on 11 new special permit applications for hazardous materials transport, covering lithium batteries, hydrogen, and digital shipping papers. These permits represent potential shifts in regulatory compliance for emerging technologies and offer businesses a chance to influence alternative transport safety standards.
United StatesRomania ANPC Inspects Fuel Market Under Crisis Consumer Protection Powers
Romania has intensified enforcement against fuel retailers under crisis-driven consumer protection powers, resulting in significant fines and service suspensions for pricing and safety violations. Companies must prioritize rigorous compliance with fuel labeling and product safety standards as authorities signal a shift toward proactive, zero-tolerance market surveillance.
RomaniaJapan MHLW Sets Performance Inspection Methods for Boilers and Specified Machinery Under Industrial Safety and Health Act
Japan has finalized mandatory performance inspection methods for boilers and pressure vessels under the Industrial Safety and Health Act, effective April 1, 2026. Facility operators must ensure equipment maintenance and documentation align with these specific mechanical-integrity criteria to pass mandatory inspections by registered bodies.
JapanAustralia: Queensland Adopts Work Health and Safety (High Risk Plant) Amendment Regulation 2026
Queensland has expanded high-risk plant safety regulations to include equipment in non-workplace settings, effective March 2026. Manufacturers and operators must ensure equipment like lifts and cooling towers meet stringent safety standards to mitigate liability and maintain compliance in public and residential spaces.
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