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Kiwa second European conformity assessment body with DWD accreditation

Kiwa has been accredited by the Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) to carry out assessments in accordance with the new European Drinking Water Directive (EU) 2020/2184. Kiwa is the second European conformity assessment body to take this important first step towards formal notification through accreditation by a national authority. This accreditation already enables Kiwa to assess materials and products that come into contact with drinking water according to the new European hygiene requirements.

From awareness to capability: why cybersecurity starts with people

Cyberattacks are becoming more advanced, but the most vulnerable link often stays the same: people. That is why Kiwa provides training that makes organizations aware of digital and physical risks and shows employees the role they themselves play in cybersecurity. According to Kiwa’s Fabian Dijkman, the key to cybersecurity lies not only in technology but also in behavior and culture. ‘Cybersecurity does not start with technology but with people’s safety awareness.’

How ISO 27001, NEN 7510 and NIS2 work together to improve information security

Cyber threats are increasing and organisations in vital sectors must better protect themselves against these digital risks. This article explains how ISO 27001, NEN 7510 and the new European NIS2 directive work together to strengthen information security. It describes the similarities between the standards and the directive, includes a practical step-by-step guide to meeting NIS2 requirements, and shows how Kiwa can support organisations in this process.

New edition of quality management standard ISO 9001 on the way

ISO 9001, the world’s most widely used management system standard, is being revised. The new edition, ISO 9001:2026, is expected to be published in the first half of 2026. The revision focuses on clarifying and updating existing requirements.