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Client Alerts 23 results

Client Alert | 7 min read | 04.01.26

Proposed EU Industrial Accelerator Act Would Introduce New Conditions for Foreign Direct Investments in Strategic Sectors

On March 4, 2026, the European Commission proposed the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), a draft regulation that aims to reverse the decline of the EU’s manufacturing sector while supporting the adoption of cleaner technologies. This client alert is the second in a three-part series dedicated to the IAA. In our first alert we provided an overview of the draft regulation. In this second alert, we take a closer look at the new foreign direct investment (FDI) review framework that the IAA would establish for certain strategic sectors.

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Client Alert | 9 min read | 03.16.26

Proposed EU Industrial Accelerator Act Aims to Shore Up Declining EU Manufacturing Sector

On March 4, 2026, the European Commission proposed the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), a draft regulation that aims to reverse the decline of the EU’s manufacturing sector while supporting the adoption of cleaner technologies. The proposal introduces “Made in EU” and low-carbon requirements in public procurement and public support schemes, to create lead markets for European industrial products. The proposal also seeks to increase value creation in the EU and bolster the EU’s economic security by setting conditions for major foreign direct investments (FDI) in strategic sectors.

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Client Alert | 7 min read | 03.10.26

EU Sustainability Reporting Revamp: Key Updates to the CSRD and the CS3D from the Omnibus I Directive

On 26 February 2026, the EU published Directive (EU) 2026/470 (the Omnibus I Directive). Adopted as part of the European Commission's (Commission) simplification agenda and after a year of debates and negotiations between the Commission, the Council, and the European Parliament, this text effectuates far-reaching changes to both the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D).

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Press Coverage 1 result

Press Coverage | 02.08.25

EU prepares to use instrument against Trump's trade blackmail and 'techno-caste'

El Diario

Publications 7 results

Publication | 06.09.25

Industry Input Is Key As EU Weighs New Tariffs On US Trade

Law360

Publication | 03.10.25

How EU's Anticoercion Tool May Counter New US Tariffs

Law360

Publication | 06.18.24

A New European Commission Proposal On Foreign Direct Investment Screening: Toward Greater Harmonization?

The Global Regulatory Developments Journal

Events 1 result

Event | 11.19.24 - 11.21.24

Roundtable Discussion on Forced Labour and Human Rights in Global Supply Chains – London and Brussels Sessions

Please join Crowell for an interactive roundtable event to discuss critical developments surrounding Forced Labour and Human Rights in Global Supply Chains with a focus on regulatory updates (UK, EU, US & Global); comparative perspectives of laws/regulations; and supply chain mapping challenges.

Webinars 3 results

Webinar | 03.30.26, 10:30 AM CEST - 12:00 PM CEST

Navigating the EU’s New Economic Security Strategy and Countermeasures: Implications for Global and EU Businesses (ACC Webinar)

Join Crowell’s international trade attorneys for an in-depth analysis of the EU’s new economic security strategy and its practical impact on businesses operating in the region.

Webinar | 02.02.26, 3:00 PM CET - 4:30 PM CET

Navigating the EU’s New Economic Security Strategy and Countermeasures: Implications for Global and EU Businesses

Join Crowell’s international trade attorneys for an in-depth analysis of the EU’s new economic security strategy and its practical impact on businesses operating in the region.

Webinar | 03.18.25, 12:30 PM EDT - 1:30 PM EDT

ESG & Sustainability: New Risks, New Opportunities, and New Government Priorities

This webinar will provide an overview of key ESG, sustainability, and social responsibility issues and explain their relevance to your legal practice. Join us for a session that will give you an overview of key regulatory and litigation trends, and explain how they relate to the work that you do to support your business partners.