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New activity from ASTM International’s environmental assessment, risk management and corrective action committee ( E50 ) aims to address climate impacts and resiliency. Three proposed standards are the first in development by the recently established subcommittee on climate and community (E50.07). The first focuses on terminology for climate and community (WK76915). This proposed standard will…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel+1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Molly Lynyak, tel +1.610.832.9743; mlynyak@astm.org Release #11249 ###
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Today, global standards organization ASTM International announced plans to host their fall committee week in person, October 3-8, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, following a review of pandemic metrics, government guidelines, and member survey results. ASTM International is committed to the health and safety of members and staff. The organization will be closely monitoring the guidelines set by the…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11244 ###
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ASTM International’s environmental assessment, risk management and corrective action committee ( E50 ) presented the Gwen Eklund Award of Excellence to Amy L. Edwards. Edwards was honored for her continuing leadership and support of standards related to environmental site assessments, risk-based corrective action, and environmental risk management. An ASTM International member since 1991,…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11222 ###
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ASTM International’s environmental assessment, risk management and corrective action committee ( E50 ) has formed a new subcommittee that will focus on climate and community. Professionals with expertise in community issues related to climate impacts and resiliency projects are encouraged to join in developing new standards within this subcommittee. According to Helen Waldorf, committee vice…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel+1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Molly Lynyak, tel +1.610.832.9743; mlynyak@astm.org Release #11204 ###
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ASTM International presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Jonathan H. Daniels, CEO and founder of Praxis Aerospace Concepts International, for his contributions to the unmanned aircraft systems committee ( F38 ). The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11183 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that all previously scheduled in-person April standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. These decisions were based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Continued review of information and recommendations from the U.S.…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11164 ###
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Global standards organization ASTM International and RTCA announced a collaboration that allows for the joint development of consensus standards for smaller unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), also known as drones. The collaboration would focus on an aviation system designed to provide detect and avoid (DAA) capability for drones operating beyond visual line of sight. Operational performance…, About RTCA, RTCA is a private, not-for-profit association founded in 1935 as the Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics, now referred to simply as “RTCA”. RTCA is the premier Public-Private Partnership venue for developing consensus among diverse, competing interests on critical aviation modernization issues in an increasingly global enterprise., About ASTM International, Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better. , ASTM Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org, RTCA Contact:, Ka’Nika Evans, tel +1.202.330.0669; kevans@rtca.org Release #11145 ###
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ASTM International’s environmental assessment, risk management and corrective action committee ( E50 ) presented the Gwen Eklund Award of Excellence to Dennis Rounds. Rounds was honored for his exemplary service, passion, professionalism, and utmost integrity in continuous leadership and significant technical contributions to the committee and its members. An ASTM International member since 1993…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11126 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that all previously scheduled in-person standards development meetings (including independent meetings) through the end of the year have been canceled. Affected meetings include October, November, and December Committee Weeks in Orlando, Florida, and Austin, Texas, and all…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11061 ###
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Today, global standards developer ASTM International announced the publication of a new technical report on aviation. The report, “Developmental Pillars of Increased Autonomy for Aircraft Systems”, was developed by ASTM’s autonomy design and operations in aviation administrative committee (AC377). The new report is intended to promote the sound application of technical best practices to increase…, Media Inquiries, : Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11054 ###