ENplus® Has Published 2nd Editions of Standards ST 1001 & ST 1003
We would like to announce the release of the 2nd editions of the ENplus® ST 1001 and ENplus® ST 1003 documents, marking a step forward in the continuous improvement of the ENplus® certification scheme and its key role in the pellet market.
These updated standards reflect our commitment to deliver more clarity, better consistency, and optimised efficiency when it comes to the needs of certified companies. The changes are rather minor, and companies have until the end of 2025 to comply with them during a three-month transition period. The revised standards will come into force on 1st January 2026.
The new editions of the standards introduce refined definitions for trademark use, producers, and bulk pellet trade, along with updated normative references.
The 2nd edition of ENplus® ST 1001 presents structural changes that define requirements for multisite companies and clarify outsourcing agreements, especially for the cases involving non-certified service providers. Technical enhancements detail calibration protocols for measuring devices as well as refining procedures for big bag filling and self-monitoring.
The product requirements for traders with bagging activities have also been simplified, as these companies will no longer need to ensure mechanical durability compliance. Delivery documentation has been streamlined, with clearer distinctions between producer and trader responsibilities. Finally, updates to complaint management and reference sample handling, along with revised tables & visuals, round out a more robust and user-friendly standard.
The revised ENplus® ST 1003 standard introduces a range of targeted updates aimed at improving precision and usability. Notably, the definitions of key terms such as producer, on-product use of trademarks, and bulk pellet trade without physical contact have been clarified to eliminate ambiguity. Provisions related to trademark usage – especially concerning logo placement, bag design permissions, and translation requirements – have been revised to better support consistent branding and communication.
Even though the new editions of the standards do not introduce major changes, we encourage all stakeholders to review the updated documents here and adapt their operations accordingly. A detailed look of the changes is also provided in the comparison documents – ENplus® ST 1001, Changes & ENplus® ST 1003, Changes.