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Focus AreasCompetition Policy

Unfair trading practices as well as the increasing dominance of global companies originating in the East and the West are threatening Europe’s economy. EU Competition Policy is central to the functioning of the internal market and is one of our most powerful tools to ensure a level playing field for all European companies. The Competition Policy Working Group concentrates on recommending smarter competition policies that will help European business to also compete successfully at scale on the international stage.

The "Competition Policy" Working Group:

Nils S. Andersen face shot

Chair

Nils S. Andersen

Chairman / AkzoNobel

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Convenor

Dirk Middelschulte

Unilever

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Contact

Philippe Adriaenssens

+32 2 543 10 53

philippe.adriaenssens@ert.eu

Featured Documents

5 July 2021

ERT Expert Paper – EU Merger Control

In this paper, ERT examines EU merger control policy more broadly to highlight the most significant current issues and to suggest reforms. EU merger control policy has evolved through the...
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28 May 2021

ERT Expert Paper – Vertical Agreements

The Working Group on Competition Policy of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) welcomes the European Commission consultation on the revision of the Vertical Block Exemption Regulation (VBER) and...
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16 December 2020

ERT Expert Paper – Competition Policy contributing to the Green Deal

The Working Group on Competition Policy of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) welcomes the reflection on the relationship between competition policy and the Green Deal and strongly believes...
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15 October 2020

ERT Expert Paper on the review of Market Definition

Market Definition Notice review The review of the 1997 Market Definition Notice is a timely initiative, especially because the pace of change in many markets has accelerated rapidly in recent...
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14 October 2020

ERT Expert Paper on the White Paper on Foreign Subsidies

White Paper on levelling the playing field as regards foreign subsidies European companies are increasingly faced with competition from companies outside the EU that benefit from State support but that...
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12 October 2020

ERT Expert Paper responding to the EC consultation on the New Competition Tool

ERT strongly believes in competition policy and enforcement to secure fairer markets as well as strong competition and welcomes the EU’s efforts to explore how competition policy could evolve to...
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15 February 2020

ERT response to the public consultation on EU competition rules on Horizontal Agreements

The purpose of this paper is to contribute to the public consultation on EU competition rules on horizontal agreements. ERT considers that EU competition rules (including the rules on horizontal...
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7 October 2019

Competing at Scale: EU Competition Policy fit for the Global Stage

Leaders of some of Europe’s largest employers have today called for an EU competition policy which would allow European businesses to compete successfully at scale in today’s globalised and fast-moving...
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24 April 2019

Strengthening Europe’s place in the world

Europe needs to take urgent action to deal with the challenges of the 21st century, including tackling climate change and preparing citizens for massive technological developments. ERT's paper, Strengthening Europe’s...
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Competition Policy


All Focus Areas

Competitiveness & Innovation

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

Strengthening Europe’s Place in the World

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

Digital Transformation

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

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.

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.


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