Security, Defence & Dual Use
Security, defence and dual-use innovation are increasingly relevant to European industry, securing our future, driving technological leadership and bolstering strategic autonomy. It is vital that these sectors foster more cross-border collaboration, enhance supply chain security, and support Europe’s role in global stability. Investing in these areas ensures competitiveness while addressing emerging threats and complex geopolitical challenges.
Single Market Completion & Simplification
The EU Single Market drives prosperity through free movement and integration, yet remains incomplete. ERT strongly supports its completion, contributing evidence to consultations and endorsing Enrico Letta’s report and EC EVP Séjourné's Single Market strategy. By advocating for broader scope and faster implementation, ERT aims to unlock the Single Market’s full potential for citizens and businesses.
Industrial & Competition Policy
A strong link between EU industrial and competition policy is vital for strategic autonomy. Aligning them enables support for key sectors while preserving fair competition, fostering innovation, investment, and resilience. This balance ensures Europe can compete globally without compromising the integrity of the Single Market or stifling growth.
Trade & Economic Security
In today’s geopolitically volatile world, marked by strategic competition over raw materials and trade barriers, the ERT group leverages insights from globally active European industrial and tech firms. Its mission is to foster consensus on sustaining fair, mutually beneficial trade relationships amid growing global fragmentation and protectionist pressures.
Tech, AI & Data
Europe’s competitiveness depends on digital transformation across industry and society. While technology offers growth and innovation, it also raises challenges. The Tech, AI and Data Working Group provides cross-sector recommendations to ensure digitalisation delivers value for industry and citizens, while safeguarding consumer rights and addressing ethical, regulatory, and societal concerns.
R&D, Innovation & Skills
This working group unites industrial leaders to advance EU policies on R&D, innovation, and skills. It promotes investment in research, supports talent development, and aligns education with industry needs. The group aims to strengthen Europe’s innovation capacity and competitiveness in the face of global challenges and technological transformation.