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Focus AreasSecuring Europe’s Place in a New World Order

The European Union has benefited its citizens economically and socially, regardless of the current challenges. In addition to the invaluable achievements of peace and cultural exchange, the Single Market has created a wider choice of goods and services at lower costs. Also by adopting a collective approach to common problems, countries in Europe have been able to move forward on various issues. ERT is reflecting and acting on what the European Union has delivered and how to go forward in turbulent times.

Featured Documents

21 February 2025

ERT delegation visits Poland, meets with Ministers Domanski and Paszyk

Warsaw, 21 February 2025: With Poland currently holding the Presidency of the Council of the European Union until July, a delegation from the European Round Table for Industry (ERT), led by...
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5 December 2024

ERT meets European Council President, António Costa

Brussels, 5 December 2024: A delegation from the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) meets the newly arrived President of the European Council, António Costa, in Brussels today. The meeting is...
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17 November 2024

ERT gathers in Madrid

Madrid, 17 November 2024: The European Round Table for Industry (ERT) gathers in Madrid today and tomorrow for its annual autumn Plenary Meeting. The meeting is hosted by José-María Álvarez-Pallete, CEO...
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18 July 2024

ERT congratulates President von der Leyen on securing a second term as European Commission President

BRUSSELS, 18 July 2024: Following today’s European Parliament vote in support of a second term for European Commission President von der Leyen, the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) congratulates the...
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16 July 2024

ERT delegation meets Prime Minister Meloni

Rome, 16 July 2024: A delegation from the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome today. The meeting is part of a longstanding pattern...
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18 March 2024

An ice-bath for EU leaders. Competitiveness is crumbling: Europe’s business case needs a rebuild

BRUSSELS, 18 March 2024: As the clock ticks down to the European elections in June and Professor Mario Draghi’s upcoming report on Europe’s Competitiveness, the European Round Table for Industry...
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13 February 2024

Coalition of 25 European associations calls for ‘more love for the Single Market’

In the Joint Statement issued today, this coalition of European associations underline the need for renewed focus on deepening the Single Market. The statement puts forward clear logic for fresh...
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13 November 2023

ERT gathers in Stuttgart, meets Chancellor Scholz and European Commission President von der Leyen

Stuttgart, 13 November 2023: The European Round Table for Industry (ERT) met in Stuttgart yesterday and today for its annual autumn plenary. The meeting, hosted by Ola Källenius, CEO of...
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31 October 2023

Heemskerk to move to ASML

Brussels, 31 October 2023:  After taking the helm of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) at the start of 2019, Frank Heemskerk is stepping down as Secretary General. He...
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26 October 2023

ERT Vision Paper: Europe’s corporate leaders call for renewed EU integration as focus for EU from here to 2030

Brussels, 26 October 2023: As many in the EU policy sphere look to prepare the ground for next year’s European Parliamentary elections and new European Commission, the European Round Table...
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6 September 2023

ERT delegation meets Chancellor Nehammer

VIENNA, 6 September 2023: A delegation of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) met with Chancellor Nehammer in Vienna yesterday evening to discuss the best ways to enable and secure...
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22 May 2023

ERT gathers in Dublin, meets Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Paschal Donohoe, President of the Eurogroup

DUBLIN, 22 May 2023: The European Round Table for Industry (ERT) met in Dublin yesterday and day, as part of its semi-annual meetings. This year’s spring meeting, hosted by Tony...
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14 March 2023

ERT delegation meets Prime Minister Sánchez

MADRID, 14 March 2023: With the upcoming Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union due in the second half of this year, Members of the European Round Table...
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3 March 2023

ERT delegation meets Prime Minister Kristersson and EC President von der Leyen in Stockholm

STOCKHOLM, 3 March 2023: Under Sweden’s current Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Prime Minister Kristersson, European Commission President von der Leyen and Members of the European Round...
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22 November 2022

ERT delegation meets President Macron in Paris

PARIS, 22 November 2022: A delegation of Members of the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) met with President Macron in Paris yesterday evening, also joined by Thierry Breton, EU...
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27 June 2022

The voices of European business jointly call for renewed economic integration in the EU

In the wake of last week's Summit of the European Council, five of the EU's largest cross-sectoral business associations joined forces today to issue a joint statement calling out the...
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25 May 2022

Jean-François van Boxmeer succeeds Carl-Henric Svanberg as Chair of ERT

BRUSSELS, 25 May 2022: At the ERT Plenary in Copenhagen earlier this week, the Members of ERT elected a new Chair of the organisation for a two-year term: Jean-François van...
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15 April 2022

Joint Statement by ERT and UBTA

  As the war in Ukraine nears its third month, the grim reality of death and destruction casts a dark shadow across the country of 40-million people, as well as...
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1 March 2022

ERT delegation meets President Macron, Chancellor Scholz, President von der Leyen and President Michel in Paris

PARIS, 1 March 2022: President Macron, Chancellor Scholz, European Commission President von der Leyen, European Council President Michel and a delegation of Members of the European Round Table for Industry...
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7 December 2021

Europe’s industrial & technology leaders kick off campaign, calling for renewed integration to strengthen the EU Single Market

BRUSSELS, 7 December 2021: As the European Union is actively pursuing feedback from citizens through its ongoing Conference on the Future of Europe, this morning the leaders of some of...
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24 November 2021

Economic confidence among Europe’s industrial leaders cools as supply chain issues, inflation cloud the horizon

BRUSSELS, 24 November 2021: A new report released today reveals the latest sentiments among the CEOs and Chairs in Europe, for the economic and business outlook, while also flagging some...
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22 November 2021

Conclusions of the ERT Plenary of European business leaders in Bilbao

BILBAO, 22 November 2021: Following several significant summits (G20, COP26) in the past weeks, the past two days saw Bilbao play host to the European Round Table for Industry’s (ERT)...
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5 July 2021

Europe’s industrial leaders share their view on how to make Open Strategic Autonomy work

BRUSSELS, 5 JULY 2021: As optimism grows in Europe for a rapid post-pandemic recovery, Europe’s industrial leaders today release a new publication addressing trade policy in an altered global landscape....
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10 December 2020

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...
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10 June 2020

European industrial leaders support the Next Generation EU recovery plan

As many European countries move to gradually reopen their economies, European corporate leaders today announced their support for European Commission (EC) President von der Leyen’s Next Generation EU recovery plan¹...
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8 April 2020

European industry playing a vital role in the fight against COVID-19

As the world grapples with the challenges of containing the COVID-19 outbreak and treating those already affected, some of the Europe’s best known multinationals have been actively engaged – donating...
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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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Securing Europe’s Place in a New World Order


All Focus Areas

Securing Europe’s Place in a New World Order

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

CFO Platform

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

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.

Competitiveness & Innovation

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

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.

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.

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.


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