45. The expert from Japan, co-organizer (together with the secretariat) of 10 workshops on the implementation of UN Regulation No. 155, reported on recent activities (GRVA-13-16). He highlighted one of the key elements discussed during the workshops related to CSMS in the case of collaborations between two manufacturers or in the case of a product sold under several brands. GRVA thanked Japan and the Secretary for these efforts to build capacity and support uniform application of the Regulation.

46. GRVA noted the importance of these activities, supporting the uniform application of UN Regulations by the Contracting Parties and allowing exchange among the type approval authorities. GRVA noted the limit of virtual meetings for such activities and encouraged the organizers to consider some in-person sessions. GRVA also noted that the outcome of this work could form the basis for future amendments to the Interpretation document of UN Regulation No. 155.

47. The expert from OICA welcomed these activities and offered potential contributions of the industry if some sessions would be open for participation by industry. GRVA agreed to consider the organization model used during the first session, held on 8 July 2021.