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Leadership update

1 Apr 2025
All committees

AmCham EU is pleased to announce recent election results and welcome these new and re-elected leaders. We wish successful terms to Polina Bogdanova (DuPont), Jérémy Fouriau (HP), Luca Ibelli (Procter & Gamble), Antonella Sopranzetti (ExxonMobil) and Julie Vermooten (MSD). More details about the leadership changes mentioned above can be found here.   

Advancing inclusive leadership: turning dialogue into action

31 Mar 2025
All committees

To mark International Women’s Day, AmCham EU partnered with the Brussels Binder on Thursday, 27 March to explore how to foster inclusive leadership and empower future female executives. Policymakers and business leaders discussed strategies to build more inclusive workplaces. Fostering a culture of belonging drives innovation, performance and profitability.  

Welcome to our new member

31 Mar 2025
All committees

We are delighted to announce our membership has grown as Capital Group has been approved as a new member. We wish a warm welcome to our new member and look forward to working closely on our advocacy efforts in the future.

Finding solutions to today's e-commerce challenges

28 Mar 2025
All committees
Customs & Trade Facilitation

On Thursday, 27 March, AmCham EU hosted a roundtable on how to navigate e-commerce challenges, focusing on tools for customs and enforcement. The first section was devoted to how the EU is addressing today's challenges and how it can expand its toolkit to be more effective. Afterwards participants examined how we can get ahead of future hurdles through uptake of new tools. 

Meeting with Commissioner Zaharieva to discuss innovation and competitiveness

27 Mar 2025
All committees

On Wednesday, 26 March, AmCham EU met with Ekaterina Zaharieva, European Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation. The discussion focused on reducing regulatory barriers to innovation and start-up growth. Liam Benham (Boeing), Chair, AmCham EU and Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU stressed the importance of industry engagement to address practical challenges. They also spoke about shared priorities including the European Innovation Act, a new Life Sciences Strategy and measures to boost AI uptake. The meeting also highlighted the value of transatlantic R&D cooperation and supported the Commission’s focus on competitiveness and simplification as key enablers of a thriving European innovation ecosystem. 

Green Way 2025: sustainable strategies for critical resource security

27 Mar 2025
All committees
Environment

The future runs on critical resources, but can we keep up? Rising energy demands, growing populations and water scarcity are intensifying pressure on the vital elements that power industries and fuel economies. In May 2025, our Sustainability Conference: securing critical resources for a resilient and competitive economy will explore how disruptions in these areas can create widespread challenges. Together we’ll discuss innovative solutions, forward-looking policy approaches and global collaborations that can help secure the resources society needs for generations to come. The challenge is real – let’s work together to make a resource-secure world a reality. 

Modernising customs to support transparent and efficient trade

27 Mar 2025
All committees
Customs & Trade Facilitation
Trade & External Affairs

The rise in e-commerce has transformed trade, but also poses significant challenges for customs enforcement, consumer protection and fair competition. A modern, risk-based customs framework is essential to enhance enforcement capabilities and support legitimate trade. Strengthening public-private cooperation, leveraging digital tools and harmonising enforcement across Member States will help ensure a secure, fair and competitive e-commerce ecosystem that benefits consumers and businesses alike. Learn more about how the EU can build a resilient and future-proof e-commerce framework that supports innovation, transparency and cross-border trade. 

Discussing energy challenges with Commissioner Jørgensen

27 Mar 2025
All committees

AmCham EU met with Dan Jørgensen, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, to address the transatlantic relationship and its role in the EU's energy agenda. The discussion also addressed the importance of improving the EU's regulatory conditions to strengthen its competitiveness and energy resilience. Liam Benham (Boeing), Chair and Malte Lohan, CEO took the opportunity to emphasise the commitment of US companies in working closely with the EU on this path.

Mentoring: a career tailwind

26 Mar 2025
All committees

Europe faces a pressing digital skills gap, with 44% of citizens lacking basic digital competencies and over 149,000 information technology roles unfilled in Germany alone. To address these challenges, HP has committed to advancing digital equity for 150 million people by 2030. In partnership with the ReDI School of Digital Integration, HP supports training for over 4,000 students each semester, many of whom are migrants or  marginalised locals. HP employees serve as mentors, helping students build skills and confidence. Through equipment donations and programme support, HP remains committed to empowering Europe’s diverse talent pool and strengthening its digital future. Learn more on Invested in Europe.

AmCham EU elects new Vice-Chair of the Board

25 Mar 2025
All committees

AmCham EU is pleased to announce that Jean-Marc Leclerc (IBM) has been elected as Vice-Chair (Corporate) of the Board of Directors for a two-year term. Jean-Marc Leclerc succeeds Nikolaas Baeckelmans (ExxonMobil). AmCham EU would like to thank Mr Baeckelmans for his extraordinary work and commitment over the past years on the Board of Directors.

How will the EU life science strategy achieve competitiveness?

25 Mar 2025
All committees
Healthcare

On Tuesday, 25 March, AmCham EU hosted a discussion on the EU’s forthcoming life sciences strategy and its role in enhancing the sector’s global competitiveness. Ann-Sofie Rönnlund, Member of Cabinet to Commissioner Zaharieva, outlined the Commission’s vision to promote innovation, resilience and patient access. Moderated by Felix Uedelhoven (GE Healthcare), Chair, Healthcare Committee, AmCham EU, the event explored how the EU can create a supportive regulatory and investment environment. Speakers stressed the importance of public-private collaboration and adequate public funding to boost research and innovation, positioning Europe as a global leader in health and ensuring long-term sustainability for patients, healthcare systems and businesses. 

Transatlantic Dinner 2025: strengthening EU-US cooperation

20 Mar 2025
All committees

On Tuesday, 18 March, AmCham EU hosted a Transatlantic Dinner featuring MEPs Bernd Lange (S&D, DE), Virginius Sinkevicius (Greens/EFA, LT), Marie-Pierre Vedrenne (RE, FR) and Zeljana Zovko (EPP, HR), who discussed challenges facing the transatlantic relationship such as geopolitical tensions, competitiveness and security, reaffirming the necessity of continued cooperation. Liam Benham (Boeing), Chair, AmCham EU underscored the resilience and importance of the EU-US relationship, emphasising the need to protect economies from potential trade disputes. Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU highlighted the critical moment facing the transatlantic alliance, urging policymakers to foster predictability and stability for businesses.  

Transatlantic 2025: in review

19 Mar 2025
All committees

This year’s Transatlantic Conference put the spotlight on how the EU and US can strengthen their partnership amid rising global uncertainty. Taking place on Tuesday, 18 March, the event brought together industry leaders, policymakers and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to discuss the key challenges shaping transatlantic relations. From trade and investment to emerging technologies and defence cooperation. While the waters may be choppy, the discussions made one the clear - the need for continued transatlantic alignment to maintain competitiveness and security in an increasingly fragmented world. 

Connecting with the AmChams at the Brussels Briefing

19 Mar 2025

From Monday, 17 March to Tuesday, 18 March 2025, AmCham EU hosted the Brussels Briefing, bringing together European AmChams to discuss transatlantic leadership shifts and policy priorities. The event featured  interactive workshops and networking opportunities. Key discussions covered the EU’s legislative outlook, transatlantic competitiveness and digital and sustainability policy. Participants explored strategies to strengthen transatlantic ties and support business growth. The briefing concluded with a debriefing session followed by the Transatlantic Conference, reinforcing collaboration among AmChams.

Presenting the highlights of the transatlantic economy

19 Mar 2025
All committees

During the week of Monday, 17 March AmCham EU shared the key findings of The Transatlantic Economy 2025 with the European Parliament’s Delegation for Relations with the US and trade attachés from various Member States’ Permanent Representations to the EU. The presentations equipped stakeholders with the latest facts and figures on transatlantic jobs, trade and investment ahead of meetings with their US counterparts. The 2025 report highlights the importance of commercial links between Europe and the US, which in 2024 were valued at a record $9.5 (€8.7) trillion and supported over 16 million jobs on both sides of Atlantic. 

Strengthening Transatlantic business ties

19 Mar 2025
All committees

On Tuesday, 18 March 2025, AmCham EU hosted Presidents and Directors from 15 European AmChams in Brussels for a high-level exchange on EU policy priorities, competitiveness and transatlantic relations. In discussions with EU policymakers, including representatives from the European Parliament, Commission and Council, participants reinforced the role AmCham's play as a voice for American business in Europe. With continued relationship-building and collaboration, AmChams across Europe remain committed to fostering a strong and competitive transatlantic partnership. 

Launch of The Transatlantic Economy 2025

17 Mar 2025
All committees

As headlines blare that Europe and the US are drifting apart, commercial ties between the two sides – the deepest and broadest between any two regions in history – are accelerating. In a new study, authors Daniel Hamilton, Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Institute of Johns Hopkins University’s Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies, and Joseph Quinlan, Senior Fellow at the Transatlantic Leadership Network, value the transatlantic economy at a new estimated high of $9.5 (€8.7) trillion in 2024, up from $8.7 (€8) trillion the previous year. This figure comprises an estimated record $2 (€1.8) trillion in goods and services trade between Europe and the US and $7.5 (€6.9) trillion in combined affiliate sales. 

US steel and aluminium tariffs: American business in Europe responds

12 Mar 2025
All committees

Today, the US administration imposed tariffs on steel and aluminium, including EU imports. In response, Malte Lohan, CEO, American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU), expressed the opposition of American business in Europe to the decision, stating: ‘The US administration’s new steel and aluminium tariffs are not the same as those imposed in 2018. They are more stringent and cover a range of downstream products, meaning their impact will be harsher and affect even more sectors.’ 

Fostering a competitive environment through the Critical Medicines Act

11 Mar 2025
Healthcare

Securing robust and diversified life sciences supply chains is essential for Europe to maintain a continuous and stable provision of medical products, both domestically and globally, especially during crises. Today, the European Commission presented the Critical Medicines Act, which represents a vital opportunity to achieve this goal by: ensuring the continued functioning of open global supply chains to deliver timely patient access; promoting collaboration with international partners and all stakeholders to improve global supply chain flexibility, diversification and resilience; strengthening open trade in life sciences and avoiding restrictive or protectionist measures, which could negatively impact production, supply resilience and availability. 

Accelerating action on International Women's Day 2025

7 Mar 2025
All committees
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

133 years. That’s how long it will take to achieve global gender equality at the current rate of progress. As priorities shift and diversity efforts face growing scrutiny, progress risks stalling rather than accelerating. Meanwhile gender disparities remain across the world. Women still earn 23% less than men and the share of women in leadership roles is 31%, limiting innovation and economic growth. Yet, businesses that prioritise inclusive leadership consistently outperform those that don’t. Businesses, policymakers and society must work together to accelerate action and bring about meaningful change. Equality cannot wait another century. 

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