Geneva, 6 March 2026
Ecma International proudly marks its 65th anniversary, celebrating more than six decades of leadership in developing open, industry‑driven standards for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Consumer Electronics (CE). Since its founding in 1961, Ecma has played a pivotal role in shaping the technologies that power modern life, from programming languages to hardware and software.
Over the years, Ecma has attracted companies, experts, and innovators from around the world to collaborate on standards that meet real‑world needs. This member‑driven approach has helped create a healthy, competitive marketplace where organizations can differentiate through the quality of their products and services, while benefiting from shared, open technical foundations. The result is a trusted environment that supports both rapid innovation and long‑term stability for vendors, developers, and users alike.
“Reaching 65 years is a testament to the strength of our community and the relevance of our mission,” said Ecma Secretary General Samina Husain. “Our members have consistently demonstrated that open collaboration and technical excellence are essential to building technologies that serve global markets.”
As Ecma looks to the future, the organization remains committed to addressing emerging challenges and opportunities across the technology landscape. This includes expanding work in areas such as cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and sustainability while continuing to refine processes that ensure standards are delivered efficiently, transparently, and with broad industry consensus.
“Technology evolves quickly, and Ecma evolves with it,” said Samina Husain. “Our focus for the coming years is to strengthen our role as a trusted forum where industry can work together to develop standards that support innovation, interoperability, and global adoption.”
Ecma International extends its gratitude to the members, technical experts, partners, and contributors both past and present, whose dedication has shaped the organization’s legacy and continues to drive its mission forward.
For more information: please contact Samina Husain, Secretary General of Ecma International at media@ecma-international.org.