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Key Case Studies will be Presented at SMi's Benelux Infrastructure Forum 2019 in Amsterdam

SMi Reports: Case study updates from Van Oord, BESIX Group, Rebel and Macquarie to be delivered at the Benelux conference this November

ELTA Systems announced to sponsor, present and exhibit Air Missile Defence Technology 2019

SMi reports: ELTA Systems announced as brand new sponsor for the upcoming conference in October

Key Themes at the UAV Technology Conference to Include Counter-UAS and Swarm Technology

SMi reports: UAV Technology 2019 conference to provide a tactical edge to the warfighter through unmanned aerial systems

Environmental groups challenge European Commission to take legal action against Bulgarian government over depletion of key wildlife site

Lawyers and environmental groups have today challenged the European Commission to take legal action against the Bulgarian government over a shocking depletion of wildlife in a key EU-protected nature site, Kresna Gorge.

The EU needs rules on chemicals in coffee cups, straws and other paper food packaging, consumer test shows

A new lab test shows that food packaging made of coloured paper and cardboard - such as coffee cups and straws - may contain and release chemicals originating from the inks used for printing.

Commissioner Vella seals his legacy for nature

Commissioner Vella has taken a stand for Europe’s precious nature and sealed his legacy.

GDPR one year in - working well, but care needed on burdens for SMEs

Speaking after the European Commission today published its report on the first year of implementation of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), EuroCommerce Director-General Christian Verschueren commented:

European Commission publishes long-awaited plan to address EU impact on deforestation

The European Commission issued today its Communication on deforestation and forest degradation, a pivotal step in securing a much-needed plan of action to address the EU's significant contribution to global deforestation.

Deforestation action plan does little to tackle impact of EU trade dogma, Greenpeace

A deforestation action plan released today by the European Commission paints a bleak picture of Europe’s responsibility for global deforestation, but fails to address the environmental and human cost of EU trade and farming policies, warned Greenpeace.

Feeling Hot? Bad Water Management Aggravating Drought, says New WWF Paper

With temperatures across Europe set to skyrocket this week and national governments taking emergency measures to tackle drought, a new paper from WWF signals that EU Member States/’ poor management of rivers, lakes, wetlands and groundwater is worsening the impacts of drought.

Bremain in Spain says: No to Boris, Yes to Europe

On Saturday 20 July, members of Bremain in Spain returned to London to join the 'No to Boris, Yes to Europe' rally and march on Westminster. Along with other anti-Brexit and citizens’ rights groups from across Europe, Bremain in Spain made its presence felt and its voice heard.

An easier consumer journey when buying online - Business presents new tool to improve consumer information

Today the European business community is presenting its voluntary tool to better inform consumers when they're shopping online. The aim is to help companies find good ways to present their information to consumers including standard terms and conditions.

SMEunited Supports New Von Der Leyen Agenda

SMEunited embraces the election of Ursula von der Leyen and offers the support of SMEs to make a stronger Europe a reality

Von der Leyen backed by MEPs, must now fulfil promise of European Green Deal

The European Parliament today confirmed Ursula von der Leyen as Commission President-elect with a narrow majority of 383 MEPs.

Senior experts to present exclusive updates on Cyber Warfare at Maritime Information Warfare 2019

SMi Reports: Senior experts will be addressing a key theme on cyber warfare at the Maritime Information Warfare Conference, in London this November.

Healthy rivers critical to global efforts to adapt to climate change, says new report

With cities and communities around the world reeling from extreme droughts, floods and worsening water shortages, WWF and Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) today published a report highlighting the central role of healthy rivers in adapting to climate change and building more resilient societies, economies and ecosystems.

WWF Says Europe Ran Out of Fish Today

As of 9 July, Europe has used up all domestic fish resources. European Fish Dependence Day marks the moment when the EU relies on fish and seafood imports for the rest of the year in order to meet consumption demand.

Learn more about Leonardo's new long-endurance tactical UAS at UAV Technology conference 2019

SMi reports: UAV Technology 2019 sponsor, Leonardo, unveils new Remotely-Piloted Air System (RPAS), the Falco Xplorer.

Department of Commerce to Brief on US Export Controls this September

SMi Group Reports: Matthew Borman from the Department of Commerce to present at the Defence Exports conference this September in Amsterdam.

Top jobs: Newly appointed EU leadership has yet to prove green credentials

After marathon negotiations, European leaders have decided on Ursula von der Leyen (DE) as candidate for the President of the European Commission - a German national with no track record on climate, environment and sustainability.

Honey bees - nature conservation with genetic engineering?

In February 2019, the first paper on using CRISPR technology to produce pesticide-resistant honeybees was published in South Korea.

Full or feeble EU taxonomy: Member States to choose

The EU Council is about to finalise its position on the EU taxonomy - a system to classify investments on their degree of sustainability. The taxonomy is on the agenda of the first working party meeting to be held under the new Finnish EU presidency, which is taking place today.

SMEunited Presents A Detailed New SME Policy Agenda For Europe

Ahead of the newly elected European Parliament’s first Plenary meeting, SMEunited presents its suggestions for a renewed European policy agenda for SMEs.

EU-Vietnam agreements a major step forward and need to be implemented soon

Speaking after the signature over the weekend in Hanoi of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade and Investment Protection Agreements, EuroCommerce Director-General Christian Verschueren commented:

Auto makers welcome conclusion of EU-Mercosur trade deal

The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) welcomes the conclusion of negotiations on a free trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur, the South American trade bloc.