Cyprus Organization for Standardization hosts seminar on ISO 9001:2026

On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the Cyprus Organization for Standardization (CYS) held an open seminar at the Cleopatra Hotel in Nicosia to discuss the new CYS EN ISO 9001:2026 standard for quality management systems. The event, which coincided with the celebration of World Standards Day, brought together over 130 participants from both the public and private sectors, including representatives from various businesses and organizations.

During the seminar, CYS Board President Dimitris Vakis and Kyriakos Kakouris, advisor to the Minister of Finance, delivered speeches emphasizing the strategic importance of standardization. They highlighted how these frameworks serve as vital tools for fostering innovation, enhancing competitiveness, and ensuring sustainable economic and social progress. The discussions focused on the role of modern standards in the current global economic landscape and the future of European and international standardization.

The event served as a platform for exchanging views on how Cyprus can maintain active participation in international standardization processes to ensure a reliable and high-quality business environment. The seminar underscored the CYS's commitment to promoting modern quality management practices across the national economy.