• AQAP 2110 – A NATO quality assurance standard requiring suppliers to establish, document, maintain, and improve a compliant quality management system.
• AS9100 / EN9100 – Builds on ISO 9001 with additional requirements tailored for aerospace, space, and defense sectors.
• AS9102 – Covers First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements to ensure parts meet design specifications before full-scale production.
• AS9120 – Designed for stockist distributors, addressing counterfeit parts, traceability, and product safety – includes 100+ requirements beyond ISO 9001.
• Nadcap – An accreditation program that certifies specialized aerospace and defense manufacturing processes.
• MIL-PRF-31032 – Supersedes MIL-PRF-55111; broader scope for PCB performance, testing, and verification under military standards.
• ESA/ECSS – European standards for space systems, including: ECSS PID (Process Identification Document), ECSS-Q-ST-70-12C (PCB design), ECSS-Q-ST-70-60C (PCB qualification)
• JOSCAR Accreditation – A UK Ministry of Defence-backed system used in the defence and aerospace sectors. It streamlines supplier vetting by validating key data in a single, secure platform – reducing risk and supporting sustainability.
• SC21 Recognition – A respected UK aerospace and defence program focused on improving supplier performance. Bronze, Silver, and Gold awards recognize excellence in delivery, quality, and continuous improvement.

• IATF 16949 – A globally recognized standard combining automotive-specific requirements with ISO 9001, focused on defect prevention, supply chain quality, and continuous improvement.
• IEC 61851 – Standards for EV charging systems, covering safety, charging modes, and connector compatibility.
• ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) – Regulates equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres. Note: While unassembled PCBs are not directly addressed, they must comply if part of larger equipment. Soldermask must be tested for outgassing using NASA-qualified criteria.

• AQAP 2110 – A NATO quality assurance standard requiring suppliers to establish, document, maintain, and improve a compliant quality management system.
• AS9100 / EN9100 – Builds on ISO 9001 with additional requirements tailored for aerospace, space, and defense sectors.
• AS9102 – Covers First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements to ensure parts meet design specifications before full-scale production.
• AS9120 – Designed for stockist distributors, addressing counterfeit parts, traceability, and product safety – includes 100+ requirements beyond ISO 9001.
• Nadcap – An accreditation program that certifies specialized aerospace and defense manufacturing processes.
• MIL-PRF-31032 – Supersedes MIL-PRF-55111; broader scope for PCB performance, testing, and verification under military standards.
• JOSCAR Accreditation – A UK Ministry of Defence-backed system used in the defence and aerospace sectors. It streamlines supplier vetting by validating key data in a single, secure platform – reducing risk and supporting sustainability.
• SC21 Recognition – A respected UK aerospace and defence program focused on improving supplier performance. Bronze, Silver, and Gold awards recognize excellence in delivery, quality, and continuous improvement.

• AS9100 / EN9100 – Builds on ISO 9001 with additional requirements tailored for aerospace, space, and defense sectors.
• AS9102 – Covers First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements to ensure parts meet design specifications before full-scale production.
• AS9120 – Designed for stockist distributors, addressing counterfeit parts, traceability, and product safety – includes 100+ requirements beyond ISO 9001.
• NASA-STD-8739.3 – Outlines stringent guidelines for soldering electrical connections in space flight hardware.
• ESA/ECSS – European standards for space systems, including: ECSS PID (Process Identification Document), ECSS-Q-ST-70-12C (PCB design), ECSS-Q-ST-70-60C (PCB qualification)

• EN 45545-2 – European standard for fire safety of materials in railway vehicles—focuses on flame spread, smoke, and heat.
• NF F 16-101 – French standard for smoke opacity and toxicity during combustion of railway materials.
• UNI CEI 11170-3 – Italian fire safety standard for railway materials – includes test methods and evaluation criteria.
• IRIS Certification – Defines requirements for quality and safety in the railway industry, covering design, manufacturing, and maintenance.

• ATEX 114 (Directive 2014/34/EU) – Regulates equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres. Note: While unassembled PCBs are not directly addressed, they must comply if part of larger equipment. Soldermask must be tested for outgassing using NASA-qualified criteria.

Relevant Industries: Automotive, Datacom, Industrial, Medical, Power/energy, Railway, Safety critical & Telecom