A&G Newsletter – Q1 2026
I. CBAM: authorisation As of 1 January 2026, CBAM has entered its definitive regime. Importers of CBAM goods (or their indirect customs representatives) should apply for authorised CBAM declarant status, and customs systems are validating authorisations before release for free circulation. CBAM certificates will be sold from 1 February 2027 (for 2026 imports), according to […]
A&G Newsletter — Q4 2025
I. Commission unveils 2026 Work Programme: “Europe’s Independence Moment” The European Commission set out its 2026 Work Programme on 21 October 2025, prioritising security, competitiveness, and simplification across the acquis. The package includes dozens of new initiatives, withdrawals, and a strong simplification angle, with factsheets and annexes published alongside the main communication. Why it matters: […]
A&G Newsletter Q3 2025
I. New EU Space Act to Reshape Market Rules and Strengthen Space Security The European Commission has unveiled the EU Space Act, a groundbreaking legislative proposal aimed at harmonising the currently fragmented regulatory landscape for space activities across the EU. With space rapidly evolving into a critical and competitive frontier, the proposed framework is designed […]
A&G Newsletter Q2 2025
I. Commission Proposes Critical Medicines Act to Strengthen Pharmaceutical Supply and Resilience in the EU In a significant step toward securing the availability of essential medicines, the European Commission has proposed a new Regulation—the Critical Medicines Act—aimed at reinforcing the EU’s pharmaceutical supply chain. This initiative seeks to reduce the Union’s external dependencies, enhance resilience, […]
A&G Newsletter Q1 2025
I. Martina Morabito and Andreas Geiger Named Finalists for PRCA Public Affairs Awards 2025 Martina Morabito and Andreas Geiger of Alber & Geiger have been shortlisted as finalists in the highly regarded PRCA Public Affairs Awards 2025. Andreas is a finalist for the Public Affairs Professional of the Year, while Martina is recognized in the […]
A&G Newsletter Q4 2024
I. European AI Act Comes into Effect The European Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act), the first comprehensive AI regulation worldwide, is now in force. This law guarantees that AI development and usage in the EU is safe and protects fundamental rights, while also encouraging innovation and investment. The AI Act classifies AI systems by risk […]
A&G Newsletter Q3 2024
1. EU Sets Guidelines to Restrict Harmful Chemicals to Essential Uses Only The European Commission has established guiding criteria and principles to define “essential uses” for the most harmful chemicals. This decision aims to give industry and investors clear expectations regarding manufacturing products crucial for the EU’s green and digital transition, health, and defense sectors. […]
EU presents its new Industrial Strategy
On March 10, the Commission presented its Industrial Policy Strategy. This plan sets out a broad work programme: from the implementation of a digital industrial strategy to the revision of competition rules. This strategy plans for a strengthening of the fight against barriers to trade within the internal market, development plans for key sectors and […]
EU carbon border tax
The European Green Deal, proposed by President von der Leyen to be delivered in the initial 100 days in office, will include the first European Climate Law enshrining the 2050 climate-neutrality target into legislation. The Green Deal will include a more inclusive Emissions Trading System (ETS), as well as a Carbon Border Tax to mitigate […]
EU to enforce rules on online payments
The European Payments Service Directive II (PSD2), in force since January 2018, is currently stirring debate among Member States regarding the process of its implementation. The Directive is designed to harmonize and simplify money transfers inside the EU, decrease fraud in online payments, and inform consumers about the rights and obligations. The revised PSD2 extends […]