Focus AreasSecurity, Defence & Dual Use

Security, defence, and dual-use technologies have an increasing relevance to the competitiveness and resilience of European industry. These sectors not only drive cutting-edge technological advancements but also strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Dual-use technologies—those with both civilian and military applications—foster innovation across sectors such as aerospace, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing. By stimulating investment in these areas, Europe enhances its ability to respond to emerging threats, secure supply chains, and maintain leadership in key industrial domains. Collaboration between public and private stakeholders is essential to ensure that innovation aligns with both economic goals and broader security objectives.

ERT's Committee on Security, Defence & Dual Use:

Co-Chairs

Guillaume Faury

Airbus

Kurt Sievers

NXP Semiconductors

Security, Defence & Dual Use

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All Focus Areas

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.