CEPS Study on Reporting obligations
This study of Reporting Obligations was commissioned by the European Parliament’s Policy Department for Justice, Civil Liberties and Institutional Affairs at the request of the JURI Committee. It provides an...
Transatlantic relations: trade conflicts and tariff tensions
It is often said that in trade conflicts, there are no winners. Consumers feel the impact in their wallets, and profit margins frequently come under pressure.
Nevertheless, the current President...
CEF transport: over €1 billion in requests for alternative fuel infrastructure submitted under AFIF
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has received 95 project proposals, collectively requesting over €1 billion in co-funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Transport- Alternative Fuels...
EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes: EU-funded scanner boosts throughput at Polish-Ukrainian border
A new EU-funded mobile cargo scanner inaugurated last week, the 11th of June 2025, will increase the capacity for transporting goods through the border crossing point in Krakovets-Korczowa at the...
DG MOVE asks for feedback on electronic freight transport information (eFTI) platforms
10 June 2025, the European Commission opened a feedback opportunity for a draft act on Electronic freight transport information (eFTI) platforms – specifications on the functional requirements.
Summary:
Regulation (EU)...
Revision of the Customs Code: new developments announced over Whitsun weekend
During the Whitsun weekend, it was announced that the Polish Presidency had submitted a revised text of the Customs Code to the Member States. The European Parliament had already reached...
WCO Report on Smart Security Devices: impact for trade operators and enforcement authorities
The World Customs Organization (WCO) published a major report into the rising impact of Smart Security Devices (SSDs) on logistics and Customs procedures.
The Report explores the growing role of...
ESC calls for balanced, practical sustainability rules following the EU Omnibus package
European Shippers' Council welcomes recent developments in EU sustainability legislation, particularly the updates to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), while urging...
Research & Innovation for a competitive green transition
Taking place as a satellite event of the European Research and Innovation (R&I) Days 2025, the conference "R&I for a Competitive Green Transition" will showcase tangible solutions for Europe’s green ...
Building a sustainable and competitive battery raw materials industry in Europe – How can it be achieved?
In its 2019 Green Deal, the EU emphasised the importance of domestic electric vehicle (EV) battery production to achieve the energy transition while fostering a competitive and sustainable battery value ...
Europe’s Bioeconomy Strategy – What are the key opportunities and challenges?
Europe’s bioeconomy transforms renewable resources—such as agricultural products, forests, seas, residues, and waste—into food, feed, materials, and energy.
The European Commission is preparing a new Bioeconomy Strategy, set for adoption ...