EU Health Ministers meeting in Luxembourg today for their Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) will discuss...
Warsaw, 13 May 2025 – The Brewers of Europe’s General Assembly today elected as its new President Mr Christian Weber, CEO of the Karlsberg brewery...
Last week, we were delighted to host a special event at The Brewers of Europe House in Brussels, No reasons required – Moderation and the role of...
Whilst it is welcome that the US has imposed a 90-day pause on extra tariffs, The Brewers of Europe remains concerned that beer remains classified...
The US announcement of 20% reciprocal tariffs on all EU products will create losers on both sides, across the society and economy. However, it is...
EU policymakers are urged to carefully evaluate options to simplify, clarify and streamline the Green Claims Directive during negotiations, through...
Brussels, February 19, 2024 - The Brewers of Europe welcomes the European Commission’s announcement today of a renewed Vision for Agriculture and...
Since 2010, harmful drinking and global alcohol-attributable mortality rates have been plummeting, by 20% according to data from the World Health...
European Beer trends - Country factsheets Discover key insights into the brewing sector for each European country through the country fact sheets...
Beer Serves Europe XI is the annual gala event from The Brewers of Europe celebrating European brewing and the beer value chain that stands behind...
The Brewers of Europe offices are a one hundred year-old heritage townhouse a stone’s throw away from the European Parliament. As well as being the...
Brussels, December 4, 2024 – Beer remains a motor for Europe’s economy, but continues to face multiple challenges, ranging from the aftershocks of...
The European brewing industry is a dynamic reflection of our continent’s cultural, economic and social transformations. In the face of challenges...
Last week was a busy one in Brussels, with the European Union summit taking place and designated European Commissioners soon to face confirmation...
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Beer has been a part of Europe’s cultural and economic fabric for centuries, weaving together tradition, innovation and community spirit. As we look...
The Contribution Made by Beer to the European Economy Download the EU report here (PDF) > Country chapters Austria Belgium Bulgaria Croatia Czech...
Brussels, October 16, 2024 – The beer sector helps drive the European economy, according to a new report by Europe Economics published today,...
The Munich Oktoberfest started in 1810 as a royal wedding celebration and has evolved into the world’s premier beer festival, attracting millions of...
There will I’m sure be many opportunities over the coming years to visit and experience the varied and fascinating beer cultures across Europe but...
Hi everyone! I’m excited to kick off my first blog post as the new Secretary General of The Brewers of Europe. After recently moving from Bucharest...
Brussels, 2 September, 2024 – Julia Leferman has officially assumed her role as the new Secretary General of The Brewers of Europe, with a bold...
Tomáš Taraba Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Environment of the Slovak Republic Ministry of Environment of the Slovak Republic Námestie Ľ....
For many, the start of summer heralds the holidays – and what better way to toast the new season than with a refreshing beer, Europe’s...
Europe has spoken. From June 6 to 9, an estimated 51% of eligible voters across the European Union turned up at schools, town halls and other...
As European elections begin, it's time to celebrate the vibrant democracy we all share. Voting is not just a duty. It's an opportunity to raise a...
Last week was a special one as I spent four days in Lille with hundreds of brewers and beer stakeholders from around the world to talk about the...
Lille, 28th May 2024 – The Brewers of Europe is proud to announce today the appointment of Julia Leferman as the next Secretary General of The...
27th May 2024 – Lille 2024, the joint gathering of the Brewers Forum and the EBC Congress, opened last night with 900 brewers, suppliers,...
When you think of beer, you might picture a cold ale on a summer day, or the rich history of ancient brewing practices. But behind that frothy glass...
Sometimes it can be hard to say what Europe is. Even today, there are debates about the defining characteristics of the continent and its people...
Where beer’s future lies Simon Spillane, Head of Operations, The Brewers of Europe Brussels and Strasbourg have been busier than ever in recent...
An election manifesto is usually associated with a political party or candidate. As voters head to the polls, a manifesto can set out what they...
Brussels, February 29, 2024 – With three months to go until the European Parliament elections, The Brewers of Europe have published their 2024-2029...
BEER – EUROPE’S CHOICE Our 2024-2029 Manifesto for a sustainable brewing future Connecting people, beer is a fermented beverage brewed with...
As trilogues start on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, The Brewers of Europe issued an open letter to negotiators from the European...
Brussels, December 17, 2023 – The EU’s draft Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) still contains discriminatory measures that undermine...
Brussels, December 17, 2023 – The EU’s draft Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) still contains discriminatory measures that undermine...
Brussels, November 30, 2023 – European beer is bouncing back, with production and consumption progressively moving back towards 2019 levels, new...
