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Practitioners given practical guidance as landmark sustainability assurance standard takes effect

ACCA

Leading global accountancy bodies are examining the practical implications of estimates and forward-looking information in sustainability assurance assignments

Sustainability assurance professionals are entering a pivotal new phase in 2026, with a groundbreaking global standard for assuring climate, social and governance information for investors now coming into force. 

Metal Packaging Europe welcomes the European Commission Notice on PPWR, but calls for further clarity

Metal Packaging Europe

Metal Packaging Europe (MPE) welcomes the long-awaited Notice from the European Commission regarding the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), whose application date is fast approaching, 12 August 2026. #

This Notice represents a necessary step toward guiding stakeholders in the implementation of PPWR. However, while MPE acknowledges the Commission’s efforts, we regret that the document falls short of delivering the necessary clarity on several key provisions.

On the European Parliament’s Vote on the EU-US Trade Deal: “The 15 Percent Tariff Cap Must be Maintained”

VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry

Frankfurt, 26 March 2026 – On the European Parliament’s vote regarding the EU-US trade deal, VDMA President Bertram Kawlath states:

• “The European Parliament’s approval to move forward with the EU-US trade deal sends a strong signal for greater stability in transatlantic trade. For the machinery and equipment industry, this is an important step toward more certainty and reliability.”

Fuel crisis: IRU calls for urgent EU transport minister action

International Road Transport Union (IRU)

Brussels, 24 March 2026

As the fuel market crisis intensifies across the EU, IRU has urged its transport ministers to take immediate and coordinated EU-level action to keep supply chains moving and protect people’s mobility.

In a letter to EU transport ministers, IRU has called for immediate and coordinated action to address escalating fuel market disruptions affecting the road transport sector.

On the EU-Australia Trade Agreement: “Another ray of hope for free trade”

VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry

Frankfurt, March 24, 2026 – Following the conclusion of trade negotiations between the EU and Australia, VDMA Executive Director Thilo Brodtmann said:

• "The conclusion of negotiations on a free trade agreement between the EU and Australia is another ray of hope for free trade. Our export-oriented machinery and equipment manufacturing industry relies on such agreements to open up new markets and create a level playing field - especially now, given the current geopolitical tensions."

On the vote in the European Parliament's Committee on International Trade: “Deescalation is required at the moment”

VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry

Frankfurt, 18 March 2026 – Regarding the vote in European Parliament’s Trade Committee on the EU-U.S. trade deal, VDMA President Bertram Kawlath says:

• “It is very important for the European machinery industry that trade relations between the EU and the U.S. finally enter calmer waters. The European Parliament should therefore now approve the agreement concluded between the EU and the U.S. last summer. In return, however, the U.S. must finally ease the steel and aluminum tariffs.”

On the 28th EU regime (“EU Inc.”): Simplifications should be available to all companies

VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry

Frankfurt, 17 March 2026 – Regarding the European Commission’s upcoming proposal for a 28th regime (“EU Inc.”), which is intended to facilitate the foundation of companies within the EU, VDMA Executive Director Thilo Brodtmann says:

A Balanced EU Steel Measure Must Protect Downstream Industries and Consumers

Metal Packaging Europe

The proposed EU steel trade measure, intended to strengthen Europe’s steel sector, could have significant consequences for downstream industries. Fast revision of the scope after adoption is urgently needed.

Many European manufacturing industries depend on stable and competitive access to steel inputs. Restrictions on imports risk tightening supply and increasing costs across the EU, with implications for industrial competitiveness and consumer prices.

Euractiv and DemoSquare Join Forces to Launch an Integrated EU Affairs Intelligence Service

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