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NEW - Plenary on sustainable and smart mobility

28 Jan 2021
All Committees

On Tuesday, 26 January, AmCham EU hosted a Plenary meeting on sustainable and smart mobility. The panel discussion, moderated by Stéphanie Brochard, Senior Account Manager, FleishmanHillard and featuring Filip-Alexandru Negreanu-Arboreanu, Deputy Head of Cabinet for Commissioner Vălean, European Commission; Jan-Christoph Oetjen, Member of European Parliament (RE, DE), Vice-Chair TRAN; Valentina Vecchio, EU Governmental Affairs Sustainability Lead, The Boeing Company; and Christelle Verstraeten, Senior Director EU Policy, ChargePoint, focused on the key components of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, highlighting the importance of the sector for Europe’s economic recovery and for keeping Europe on the move in a sustainable way. 

Uniting for diversity: the Purple Champions programme

27 Jan 2021
All Committees
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

EY’s Purple Champions programme is an allies programme for people who are either disabled or interested in the disability agenda. The Purple Champions programmes enables individuals with disabilities to share their experiences with their colleagues. Check out our video with Elizabeth Krahulecz, Head of EMEIA Regulatory and Public Policy, EY Brussels Office, to learn more about the company’s contribution to a more inclusive society.

American Hour: new year, new President... new beginnings? 

27 Jan 2021
All Committees
Transatlantic

On Thursday, 21 January, AmCham EU had the pleasure to host former Ambassadors Anthony L. Gardner and David O'Sullivan for a fireside chat on the latest political news from the US, key trends in the transatlantic trade relation and the potential first steps of the Biden Administration

AmCham EU discusses clean tech innovation with Ann Mettler  

27 Jan 2021
All Committees

At the monthly Town Hall meeting on Wednesday, 20 January, AmCham EU welcomed Ann Mettler, Director for Europe, Gates Ventures. During the meeting, Ms Mettler shared her insights on clean tech innovation, energy transition and Europe’s economic recovery. 

US business in Europe reaffirms commitment to tackling climate change

21 Jan 2021
All Committees
Transport, Energy & Climate

Brussels, 21 January 2021 – On his first day in office, President Biden announced that the United States is re-joining the Paris Agreement. The American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) applauds this decision which signals his Administration’s intent to tackle climate change through a global framework that engages all players. 

Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU, said: ‘We represent companies that are already researching, developing and investing in low-carbon solutions and technologies. We have always advocated for a stable and predictable framework for investments to encourage and sustain these efforts. The Paris Agreement provides clear goals as well as a balanced and cost-efficient approach to reducing emissions.’

AmCham EU congratulates President Biden and Vice-President Harris

20 Jan 2021
All Committees
Transatlantic

Inauguration Day marks the beginning of a new four-year presidential term in the United States. The American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) congratulates President Biden and Vice-President Harris as they assume office today. The US domestic agenda will be a crucial priority for the Administration, tackling the global pandemic and its effects on the wellbeing of citizens and the economy. On the international front, the new term is an opportunity for the US to develop an ambitious agenda in support of multilateralism. Today’s global challenges require global leadership and the US has a key role to play.

Reset, refresh, rekindle: for a new approach to the transatlantic relationship

20 Jan 2021
All Committees
Transatlantic

Opinion by Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU

As from 20 January 2021, President Joe Biden has taken office as the 46th President of the United States. The election itself saw the greatest voter turnout in the history of the US. This was an important reaffirmation of democracy. In the aftermath of this most fiercely contested election, the shocking and disturbing scenes from the Capitol Building on the day of the certification of the election results will serve as a reminder to President Biden that his principal task must now be to unify the country, alongside mapping the path to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Uniting for diversity: championing gender equality in the workspace

19 Jan 2021
All Committees
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

MSD Women’s Network is MSD’s largest employee business resource group with chapters in more than 20 European countries. The network was set up to create a community working together for gender equality. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that MSD continues to offer women a supportive environment throughout their career. Check out our video with Nicoletta Luppi, Senior Vice-President and Managing Director, MSD Italy to learn more about the company’s contribution to a more inclusive society.

Uniting for diversity: empowering girls through play

12 Jan 2021
All Committees
Future of Work, Education & Skills
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As the original girl empowerment brand, Barbie’s purpose is to inspire limitless potential in every girl. For this reason, Mattel has defined diversity and inclusion as a key component of its brand DNA. With its diverse range of dolls, Barbie aims to show young girls positive role models from all walks of life. Check out our video with Isabel Ferrer, Marketing Director EMEA, Mattel to learn more about the company’s contribution to a more inclusive society.

AmCham EU hosts plenary on Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability

8 Jan 2021
Environment
Plenary Meeting

On Tuesday, 15 December AmCham EU hosted a plenary meeting on the European Commission’s recently published Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability. The discussion between representatives from both industry and EU institutions explored the challenges and expectations of the strategy in leading towards a sustainable and toxic-free environment and how companies may play a role in steering these changes whilst remaining competitive and innovative.

AmCham EU responds to impact assessment on medicines for children and rare diseases

7 Jan 2021
Healthcare

AmCham EU responded to the recent inception impact assessment on the revision of the EU legislation on medicines for children and rare diseases. In the response we encouraged the European Commission to protect frameworks that stimulate R&D, to build on the EU’s strengths and to incorporate learning from other regions. Read the full response here.

AmCham EU wishes you a happy new year!

6 Jan 2021
All Committees

Happy new year from AmCham EU! We wish you a happy, healthy 2021.

EU-UK deal marks beginning of new partnership

24 Dec 2020
All Committees
EU-UK

Brussels, 24 December 2020 - Today, the EU and the UK have reached an agreement on the terms of their future relationship. This deal is a fundamental building block towards a strong and ambitious partnership across the Channel that we trust will continue to develop in the future.

AmCham EU responds to European Data Protection Board recommendations

22 Dec 2020
Digital Economy

AmCham EU appreciates the attempt of the European Commission to provide a roadmap for the implementation of the new standard contractual clauses (SCCs) as well as European Data Protection Board's (EDPB) public consultation on the Recommendations 01/2020 to collect feedback on the supplementary measures. However, we are concerned that the EDPB guidance goes beyond both the general data protection regulation and the Schrems II ruling of the Court of Justice of the European Union. Read our full consultation response here.

Global business community calls on EU to safeguard international data flows

21 Dec 2020
Digital Economy

The American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) joins a wide-ranging coalition of industry groups in a call to the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Commission to ensure much-needed legal certainty around data flows in and outside of the European Union. 

‘International data flows are an integral pillar of global trade, and any disruption to their free flow constitutes a major challenge to every economic sector,’ the groups wrote in a letter sent on Monday, 21 December. ‘The recent developments following the Schrems II judgment in the European Union are creating deep uncertainty throughout the world, as the wide geographic variety of co-signatories to this statement demonstrates.’

American companies support the EU’s climate ambitions

17 Dec 2020
Transport, Energy & Climate

Last week marked the fifth year anniversary of the Paris Agreement. American companies in Europe remain committed to the objectives of the agreement and creating a greener economy in Europe. Clearly-defined targets, and a path for achieving them, will be essential to reaching climate ambitions. AmCham EU will continue to be a constructive partner in the definition and implementation of climate policies.

Uniting for diversity: integrating people into the workplace

16 Dec 2020
All Committees
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At selected manufacturing plants in Spain, CNH Industrial has implemented its ‘ENCLAVE LABORAL’ initiative to integrate people with physical and cognitive impairments into the manufacturing area. The project has been a real success in demonstrating that workers with disabilities can perform just as well as their able-bodied colleagues on the factory floor. It has also been a highly impactful initiative for the employees themselves. Check out our video with personnel from CNH Industrial’s IVECO Madrid plant to learn more about the company’s contribution to a more inclusive society.

Letter to Commissioner McGuinness: Cooperation on open, innovative and sustainable European financial markets

15 Dec 2020
Financial Services
Sustainable Finance

The Financial Services Committee together with the Sustainable Finance Task Force sent a letter to Commissioner Mairead McGuinness congratulating her on her appointment as European Commissioner for financial services, financial stability and Capital Markets Union. AmCham EU, as a unique forum for discussion and advocacy on regulatory and policy matters relating to transatlantic capital markets and mutually beneficial investment for the EU and US, is a strong supporter of dialogue and cooperation between EU and US financial services authorities. Read the letter here. 

Business concerns vis-à-vis Turkish additional customs duties

10 Dec 2020
Customs & Trade Facilitation

AmCham EU wishes to raise to the European Council and European Commission our concerns vis-à-vis the additional customs duties (ACDs) implemented by Turkey during the COVID-19 pandemic. Turkey has been imposing and increasing ACDs in April and May 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic on a wide range of products. AmCham EU is committed to open trade and trade liberalisation measures as a matter of principle. In these challenging times, trade must remain free to help usher in economic recovery and restore broad-based prosperity. Read our position here.

Enabling Europe’s digital future through education

9 Dec 2020
All Committees
Future of Work, Education & Skills

The COVID-19 crisis has unveiled the critical importance of digital literacy, skills and capacity at all levels of education and training and for all levels of digital skills. Enabling digital education though adequate infrastructure and equipment as well as supporting the growth of a holistic set of digital skills are fundamental steps to ensure that EU citizens are equipped to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world. AmCham EU is committed to playing a role in fostering digital skills and improving opportunities for education and training for all in Europe. Read our position paper on ‘Enabling Europe’s digital future through education’ here.

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