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Voluntary Targets 2021 Report on Women in Leadership Positions

  BRUSSELS, 5 MARCH 2021 - The European Round Table for Industry (ERT) today publishes updated targets for the advancement of women in 38 industrial and technology companies headquartered in...
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ERT launches podcast series “21st Century Industrialists”

  BRUSSELS, 8 FEBRUARY 2021: The European Round Table for Industry (ERT), today launches a podcast entitled 21st Century Industrialists, a series of one-to-one interviews with the leaders some of...

Europe’s industrial leaders voice their support for EU climate goals and share ideas to empower transition

  Support of European industrialists comes during a critical week for the EU as a 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target is on agenda of EU Summit ERT’s endorsement of the...

Schrems II: Impact Survey Report – November 2020

ACEA, BusinessEurope, DigtialEurope and ERT conducted a survey of businesses of all sizes and sectors across Europe to understand the impact of #Schrems2 on data transfers to the rest of...

Corporate leaders in Europe look ahead with cautious optimism

Despite a strong resurgence of COVID-19 infections across the continent in September and October, industrial leaders in Europe are cautiously optimistic about business prospects as the new year approaches. The...

Industrial leaders call out lack of implementation of the EU Industrial Strategy

BRUSSELS, 4 November 2020: Against a backdrop of increasing volatility in global trade, a cross-section of leaders¹ from some of Europe’s biggest multi-national companies issued a vehement call this morning...

ERT launches new toolkit to promote knowledge exchange in Inclusion & Diversity

  The European Round Table for Industry (ERT) today releases a new toolkit of case studies to promote Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) from some of European industry’s biggest and best...

Latest analysis of 5G roll-out in Europe reveals slow progress

  BRUSSELS, 18 SEPTEMBER 2020: As agitated geopolitics and disinformation cast a shadow on the deployment of 5G technology in various countries, the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) today...

Reskilling in European Industry

Skills and jobs are essential to develop a more inclusive, resilient and competitive society. In Europe, this has been acknowledged for many years - solidarity and social cohesion being key...

Find out how companies led by ERT Members are transforming to reach their climate targets

Check out the company case studies on our dedicated Industry4Climate microsite

ERT & CEPS debate on the upcoming revisions to the EU Industrial Strategy

Watch the recent CEPS debate on the key peformance indicators that should be included in the next edition of the EU Industrial Strategy.

ERT & Euronews Debates event with European Commission EVP Frans Timmermans

Watch the recent ERT-sponsored Euronews Debate with Frans Timmermans and a selection of ERT Members.

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European industry embraces climate neutrality and is ready to act on an ambitious but balanced Green Deal

Check out the op-ed by Dimitri Papalexopoulos, CEO of Titan Cement and Chair of the ERT Energy Transition & Climate Change Committee

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Our Focus

ERT was born out of a desire for concerted and decisive action to create stronger economic cooperation across Europe. Our ambition remains the same: to promote sustainable growth and prosperity in Europe. We have eight focus areas dedicated to subjects that culminate in delivering practical advice to policymakers and governments.

Strengthening Europe’s Place in the World

The European Union has benefited its citizens economically and socially, regardless of the current challenges.

Competitiveness & Innovation

European companies and their employees are under increasing pressure from international competition.

Jobs, Skills & Impact

Europe’s greatest asset is its people and their diversity. We focus on bridging the skills gap and building an inclusive company culture.

Digital Transformation

The digital transformation of industry is a critical factor for Europe’s competitiveness, growth and jobs.

Energy Transition & Climate Change

The EU has taken a global lead in climate action - climate neutrality and global competitiveness must be mutually reinforcing.

Trade & Market Access

Free trade is one of the founding principles of the EU, and we need to take a stand to protect and preserve it.

Competition Policy

Unfair trading practices as well as the increasing dominance of global companies originating in the East and West are threatening Europe’s economy.

Finance & Tax

Europe must become a more attractive destination for doing business and making investments.

#EmbraceDifference

About 50 global CEOs and Chairmen of leading European companies in the industrial and technological sectors #EmbraceDifference.

They signed a pledge and committed to create the right environment and conditions for ALL employees to reach their full potential.

Because diversity is not just about gender, race, sexual orientation or disability. It’s about welcoming a full range of talents from across the entire spectrum of society.

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Industry Changemakers: showcasing industry’s value to society

The Members of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) strive to contribute to a joint effort to achieve a more sustainable world – a world of inclusive growth that ensures a viable future with enhanced quality of life for all citizens. Industry plays an important role as societal players that can make a profound difference.

To demonstrate industry’s contribution and value to society, we have gathered concrete examples of ERT Member companies’ activities that have a direct positive impact on people’s lives.

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