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European photonics industry growing at more than double global GDP rate, new analysis finds

Photonics21

New research published today shows European photonics is growing at more than double the rate of global GDP – outperforming EU GDP and EU industrial production by three and five times, respectively. Present in many high-end, next-generation products, photonics technologies have proved to be long-term drivers of growth through their indispensable role in future markets.

EFDA on impending antidumping duties: EU economy threatened by fastener shortage

European Fastener Distributors Association (EFDA)

“With anti-dumping duties on Chinese fasteners, the supply of screws and other fasteners to the European economy could no longer be ensured. High capacity utilization, raw material shortages and shipping problems have already thrown international supply chains into unprecedented chaos, making it impossible for European fastener distributors to supply European industry, trade and crafts with fasteners in time.

European Fastener Distributors Association (EFDA)

European Innovation Area Manifesto – An Open Call for Actionable Ideas

Knowledge4Innovation
Brussels, 01 June 2021 - Knowledge4Innovation (K4I) is proud to launch its 3-part European Innovation Area event series with the EIA Manifesto Handover to Commissioner Mariya Gabriel. With the goal of connecting all actors dedicated to tackling the barriers to European Innovation, K4I introduces this Manifesto and invites all relevant stakeholders to sign and submit their actionable ideas as a way to mark their commitment to fostering innovation.

“Declare your cities and regions LGBTIQ Freedom Zones”, say European socialists ahead of Pride Month

PES Group in the European Committee of the Regions

In March 2021, the European Parliament declared the European Union an LGBTIQ Freedom Zone. This important political decision needs to be translated also at local and regional level to become reality.

S&Ds: We must protect biodiversity as we do with climate. A European Biodiversity Law is needed

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

Following the vote today in the environment committee on the report on the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030, the Socialists and Democrats Group in the European Parliament confirm their positive judgment over the Commission’s strategy, but stress the need for concrete actions and ambitious legislative proposals; amongst these a binding restoration target of 30% in the future EU Restoration Action Plan and a new European Biodiversity law.

Rapporteur and S&D MEP, César Luena, said:

S&Ds: the disagreement on the future CAP is a missed opportunity, but our fight continues

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

Following the end of tough negotiations this morning between the European Parliament, the Council and the Commission without an agreement on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the Socialists and Democrats reiterate their commitment to fight for a sustainable CAP, which improves social rights, brings strong economic development to farmers and rural communities, and fights against climate change.

S&D coordinator in the agriculture committee, Paolo De Castro MEP, said:

MedTech Europe welcomes the Medical Device Regulation’s entry into full application and urges continued work to deploy the new regulatory system

MedTech Europe

26 May 2021, Brussels – Today’s date of application of the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) marks an important milestone for the medical devices sector. Since the MDR’s inception more than a decade ago, the medical technology industry has fully supported its goals and has heavily invested resources to comply with its strengthened requirements, geared towards protecting patients even further and increasing trust in the EU’s legal framework.

Europe Needs Policies, not just money, to realise the Digital Compass Connectivity Targets

GIGAEurope
  • EU representatives and connectivity industry experts debated policy requirements to ensure every European has access to gigabit speeds and 5G services by 2030.

Stop modern slavery! S&Ds lead the offensive against Amazon’s illegal and unethical labour practices

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

The Socialists and Democrats voiced serious concerns about the way Amazon treats its workers, during a special hearing today organised by the employment and social affairs committee in the European Parliament. They also call on Jeff Bezos, the CEO of the company, to appear before the Parliament to be held accountable for his very questionable business model. The S&D Group will also push for a specific debate to be held during an upcoming plenary session.

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