Focus AreasIndustrial & Competition Policy

A strong bridge between EU industrial policy and competition policy is essential for Europe’s economic resilience and strategic autonomy. Industrial policy sets the vision for innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness, while competition policy ensures fair markets and prevents monopolies. Aligning the two enables targeted support for key sectors—such as clean tech, semiconductors, and defence—without distorting the Single Market. This synergy fosters scale, investment, and innovation while preserving a level playing field. As global rivals adopt assertive industrial strategies, Europe must ensure its rules empower rather than constrain its industries, enabling them to lead in the green and digital transitions.

ERT's Committee on Industrial & Competition Policy:

Co-Chairs

Nils Andersen

ASML

Benoît Potier

Air Liquide

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25 July 2025

ERT letter to EC EVP Ribera regarding exclusionary abuses

In this latest correspondence, ERT raises serious concerns about the European Commission’s Draft Guidelines on exclusionary abuses under Article 102 TFEU. In it, the organisation warns that the current draft...

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Security, Defence & Dual Use

Security, defence, and dual-use technologies are vital to Europe's industrial resilience, technological sovereignty, and global competitiveness in an increasingly complex and interconnected geopolitical landscape.

Single Market Completion

The EU Single Market enables free movement and economic integration. ERT champions its completion, backing Enrico Letta’s report and urging broader scope and faster implementation.

CFO Platform

The CFO Platform aims to build consensus on how the EU can restore the business case for investing in Europe.

Industrial & Competition Policy

Aligning EU industrial and competition policy supports innovation and strategic sectors while preserving fair markets, enabling Europe to compete globally without undermining the Single Market.

Trade & Economic Security

In a fragmented global trade landscape, ERT unites European industry insights to promote fair, stable, and mutually beneficial trade amid rising geopolitical and protectionist pressures.

Tech, AI & Data

Digital transformation is vital for Europe’s competitiveness. The Tech, AI and Data Group promotes cross-sector strategies to harness innovation while protecting consumers and addressing societal challenges.

Energy Transition & Clean Industry

European industry backs decarbonisation and clean energy while protecting competitiveness. It seeks policies enabling a green transition without triggering deindustrialisation or weakening Europe’s industrial base.

R&D, Innovation & Skills

Driving EU policy on R&D, innovation, and skills, fostering investment, talent development, and education-industry alignment to boost Europe’s competitiveness and resilience.