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INEVO Technologies has Process Care Solution™ for production plants — 17 January 2013, 13:55 CET

 

New report presents alternatives to harmful biofuels to decarbonise EU transport — 17 January 2013, 12:06 CET

Europe can effectively replace oil with renewable energy in transport without resorting to harmful biofuels, according to a new report by Dutch research institute CE Delft, commissioned by environmental groups.

Pesticide risks to bee decline identified - Friends of the Earth reaction — 16 January 2013, 23:55 CET

Reacting to news today [Wednesday 16 January 2013] that European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) scientists have identified a number of risks posed to bees by three neonicotinoid insecticides, Friends of the Earth’s Executive Director Andy Atkins said:

French fabrics to be unveiled at the London Textile Fair 2013 — 14 January 2013, 16:06 CET

 

Entrepreneurship Action Plan: motivating potential new entrepreneurs the no. 1 priority — 10 January 2013, 22:57 CET

While fully endorsing the Entrepreneurship Action Plan’s aim of re-igniting entrepreneurial spirit, EUROCHAMBRES called for implementation to focus heavily on the challenge of motivating and equipping more young Europeans to become entrepreneurs. The many other objectives set out in the communication – which cumulatively resembles a second Small Business Act - must not undermine the pursuit of this primary objective.

Korilog unveils KLAST for sequence comparison in biological information systems — 10 January 2013, 10:42 CET

Korilog, an IT specialist that designs solutions facilitating the use of heterogeneous biological information systems, has developed KLAST, a sequence-comparison technology for DNA, RNA and proteins. This technology will underpin new advances in emerging biological fields, be it in relation to the environment, farming, health or biotech.

Entrepreneurship 2020 Action Plan sets right priorities, say SMEs — 09 January 2013, 13:53 CET

UEAPME, the European craft and SME employers' organisation, welcomed the "Entrepreneurship 2020 Action Plan" unveiled today (Tuesday) by the European Commission. According to UEAPME, the action plan sets out the right priorities to put entrepreneurship back on the agenda, giving Member States a clear signal to act in this respect.

New Year and New Obligations Equals New Opportunities for Energy Efficiency in Buildings — 08 January 2013, 17:34 CET

It's that time of year again, the time of New Year's resolutions. Europeans should be aware of the benefits of investing in energy efficiency - for our environment, for our energy independence, and for our economy - public as well as private. As we enter into 2013, EuroACE - the European Alliance of Companies for Energy Efficiency in Buildings, is calling on EU Member States to firmly resolve to tap the enormous energy efficiency potential of buildings by securing a swift, complete and properly enforced implementation of the recast Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

SIVAL to focus plant sector on water management in January 2013 — 08 January 2013, 17:23 CET

 

PNA to invest €60m into tidal-power expansion of Cherbourg port — 08 January 2013, 16:34 CET

 

French Independent Winegrowers in London at Royal Horticultural Halls on 15 January — 04 January 2013, 14:31 CET

French Independent Winegrowers in London, a trade show presenting wines from 71 producers, will take place on 15 January 2013 at the Royal Horticultural Halls, in central London (UK). For the fourth consecutive year, the event will showcase wines from across France for members of the trade and the media.

Western Balkan companies moving forward on road to the EU — 20 December 2012, 23:56 CET

While Member States delayed important decisions on EU enlargement at last week's European Council, a recent EUROCHAMBRES analysis highlights that businesses in the Western Balkans are moving forward on their way to the EU.

Fisheries Ministers must pick up pace on road to stock recovery — 20 December 2012, 17:38 CET

Greenpeace is critical of last night’s deal on fish quotas for 2013, as it allows more fish to be caught than is sustainable. However, ministers for the first time have shown a level of discipline that has not been evident in the horse-trading over previous quota negotiations.

SITL Logistics Solutions 2013 to highlight supply-chain collaboration — 20 December 2012, 11:48 CET

SITL Logistics Solutions will bring together transport and logistics specialists from 26 to 28 March 2013 in Paris Nord Villepinte, near Paris (France). The trade show’s theme will be Working together to win over the markets of today, with conferences and award ceremonies focusing on a range of themes including real estate, the maritime industry, rail freight and innovation.

Early Christmas present: dodgy health claims on food to disappear from shelves? — 12 December 2012, 17:30 CET

December 14 marks the final whistle for unproven health claims used by EU’s food industry. That day ends the 6-month transition period for industry to adapt their packaging and stop using claims which cannot prove their beneficial effect on consumers’ health.

The EU Unitary Patent: A 'One Stop Shop' for Monsanto & Co — 11 December 2012, 17:52 CET

This week the European Parliament is supposed to vote on a new EU Unitary Patent that also foresees the establishment of a Unified Patent Court. The new EU regulation aims to accelerate the granting of patents within the EU. The international coalition of No Patents on Seeds! and other institutions are warning that adopting the EU Unitary Patent would not be in line with the interests of civil society.

EU patent: SMEs welcome unitary system, urge Italy and Spain to join — 11 December 2012, 17:41 CET

UEAPME, the European craft and SME employers' organisation, warmly welcomed the votes at the Competitiveness Council yesterday (Monday) and at the European Parliament today (Tuesday) paving the way to a unitary patent system in the EU.

French wines sweep across London in January 2013 — 10 December 2012, 17:12 CET

Throughout January 2013, London (UK) will play host to a range of events devoted to French wine. Held by various organisations, the events will showcase the wide variety of French wines and will include two general tastings, as well as 13 events centred on Burgundy wine. British wine professionals and members of the media will have the opportunity to experience the acknowledged and remarkable diversity of France’s wines.

Youth Guarantees: a valuable measure if member states deliver — 06 December 2012, 23:02 CET

EUROCHAMBRES welcomed today’s Communication by the European Commission on Youth Employment, and particularly the proposal for a Council Recommendation on Youth Guarantees*, but stressed the need for national governments to commit resources to its delivery. It also insisted on Chamber involvement in discussions on a Quality Framework for Traineeships.

CARTES 2012 reaffirms smart-technology sector’s dynamism — 06 December 2012, 17:03 CET

 

EU record fine for TV and Computer price fixing cartel - Collective answers needed — 05 December 2012, 18:45 CET

Following today’s record EU EUR 1.47 billion fine for a 20 year cartel run by television and computer material producers, the European Consumer Organisation highlights that a full answer is the introduction of a system of collective redress in the EU – streamlining legal actions to allow such victims to go to court as one.

Japan/EU free trade agreement: a 'one-way street' for EU automobile industry — 29 November 2012, 13:30 CET

The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) takes note of the European Council's decision today to give the green light to the European Commission to open free trade negotiations with Japan.

Annual Growth Survey 2013 reflects weak delivery and governance of Europe 2020 — 28 November 2012, 21:39 CET

The 2013 Annual Growth Survey (AGS) published today by the European Commission confirms EUROCHAMBRES’ views that many member states are failing to deliver the reforms needed to create growth and jobs.

Parliament committee fails to rein in river pollution by gender-bending drugs — 28 November 2012, 17:30 CET

The European Parliament’s environment committee today supported taking advantage of the links between different pieces of legislation that affect water pollution to help phase out the most dangerous chemicals. In its vote the committee also recognised water pollution from certain pharmaceuticals as serious, but failed to set limits recommended by scientists to ensure they are reduced and filtered out of rivers and lakes, said Greenpeace.

Toys: who 'plays' with chemicals? — 28 November 2012, 14:06 CET

In the weeks before Christmas, many parents will have the annual pleasure of choosing the right toys for their children. Although the new Toy Safety Directive, which entered into force in July 2011, certainly brought some improvements to toy safety in Europe, ANEC calls upon policy makers to take the health of children more seriously by significantly strengthening the chemical requirements for toys.