Newsletter July 2024

The Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU began on July 1, 2024, during a significant period of institutional transition. With the EU elections having recently concluded, this presidency takes on the task of managing a slower and less predictable schedule. As Hungary assumes the helm, its government will set the agenda and chair numerous ministerial meetings, continuing the work from the Belgian Presidency and sharing responsibilities with Spain as part of the Trio…
According to a report from the European Travel Commission, European tourism is set to reach new heights, with 76% of Europeans planning to travel between June and November 2024. Visiting another European country remains the most popular choice for 58% of travellers, with Southern/Mediterranean Europe being the top region for summer travel. Sun & Beach trips are the undisputed preferred option for summer travel, with 19% of Europeans choosing this type of leisure trip. This trend is particularly prominent among Europeans…

EuCIA, the European Composites Industry Association and close partner of EBI, has published the latest edition of its European Composites Circularity Solutions listing. This tool aims to facilitate access to organisations offering recycling services and other circular solutions for composite materials and parts. The directory, previously called European Composites Recycling Solutions, has been renamed and expanded to include the full range of circular solutions for composite materials. EuCIA regularly updates this resource as part of its mission…
A recent workshop at Venezia Certosa Marina with EBI involvement marked a milestone in the development of the JPI Oceans European Marinas Network Scoping Action. More information on the background of the proposal can be found here. The workshop discussed the importance of marinas in coastal ecosystems. They highlighted the potential benefits of environmental monitoring and data collection for ocean science, emphasising the challenges and opportunities in achieving sustainability, digital transformation, and community engagement in…

European Tourism Manifesto, in which EBI is a member, published a set of priorities for the tourism sector. It highlights the importance of tourism as a key driver of economic growth, jobs, and social development in Europe. The priorities focus on promoting sustainable tourism, supporting innovation and digitalisation, and enhancing the competitiveness of European tourism. The manifesto also emphasises the need for a coordinated approach to tourism policy at EU level, taking into account the diversity of…
EBI has joined a coalition of 31 leading European business associations aiming to promote open trade policy, essential for enhancing the EU's competitiveness and economic resilience. The Joint Declaration underscores the vital role of trade in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and strengthening resilience against global challenges. Trade openness directly supports one in five EU jobs and benefits consumers by expanding choices. To achieve these goals, the coalition is calling for new and renewed trade…

EBI attended the 5th edition of the Polboat Yachting Festival in Gdynia, Poland, organised by POLBOAT. The event took place from July 18-21, 2024. This year's event attracted over 22,000 visitors, setting new records with the largest number of exhibitors, vessels, and premieres to date. During the festival, EBI actively engaged with Polish policy-makers and yards, discussing key industry projects such as the Blue Boat Horizon (LCA) project and TEcoNaut. The event provided an excellent platform to advocate for a…

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