Brussels, February 19, 2024 - The Brewers of Europe welcomes the European Commission’s announcement today of a renewed Vision for Agriculture and...
Brewers welcome the EU renewing its Vision for Agriculture and Food
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European Beer trends – Country factsheets
European Beer trends - Country factsheets Discover key insights into the brewing sector for each European country through the country fact sheets...
New year message from Julia Leferman
Photos of Beer Serves Europe XI
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...
Welcoming the Brussels and brewing world to our house
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...
EU needs to back sustainable recovery of Europe’s beer industry
Brussels, December 4, 2024 – Beer remains a motor for Europe’s economy, but continues to face multiple challenges, ranging from the aftershocks of...
European Beer Trends – 2024 Edition and previous years
The European brewing industry is a dynamic reflection of our continent’s cultural, economic and social transformations. In the face of challenges...
Brewing Growth: beer as an engine to the European economy
Last week was a busy one in Brussels, with the European Union summit taking place and designated European Commissioners soon to face confirmation...
BREWING GROWTH – Video of the fireside discussion
Beer Serves Europe – Let’s treat it right
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Beer Serves Europe – Let’s treat it right
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
The Contribution Made by Beer to the European Economy Download the EU report here (PDF) > Country chapters Austria Belgium Bulgaria Croatia Czech...
New Europe-wide report shows how beer is boosting jobs and competitiveness across the wider economy
Brussels, October 16, 2024 – The beer sector helps drive the European economy, according to a new report by Europe Economics published today,...
Celebrating beer in Munich
The Munich Oktoberfest started in 1810 as a royal wedding celebration and has evolved into the world’s premier beer festival, attracting millions of...
As the summer starts, let’s celebrate beer, Europe’s choice
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...
A message for new MEPs
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...
What connects beer and elections? Europe needs both!
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...
What we learned from Lille about beer’s future
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...
Brewers are ready for the future
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...
Why beer matters so much for Europe
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...
ASK #7 – DEVELOP AN ENABLING POLICY FRAMEWORK THAT MAINTAINS EUROPE AS A LEADING BEER-PRODUCING REGION
ASK #2 – PURSUE A MORE PROGRESSIVE EXCISE TAX FRAMEWORK THAT IS FAIR TO BEER
7 Key Asks for a Sustainable Future
Where beer’s future lies
Where beer’s future lies Simon Spillane, Head of Operations, The Brewers of Europe Brussels and Strasbourg have been busier than ever in recent...
Why Brewers need an election Manifesto
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...
Brewers unveil Manifesto for a sustainable brewing future
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
BEER – EUROPE’S CHOICE Our 2024-2029 Manifesto for a sustainable brewing future Connecting people, beer is a fermented beverage brewed with...
Beer trends show brewers bouncing back
Brussels, November 30, 2023 – European beer is bouncing back, with production and consumption progressively moving back towards 2019 levels, new...
Europe’s beer sector ready to return, stronger and better, in 2023
Brussels, December 8, 2022 - Europe’s beer sector is optimistic about returning to its pre-pandemic heights in 2023, The Brewers of Europe...
Brewers could power recovery if Europe backs beer
Brussels – June 29, 2022 – Europe’s brewers could help drive the recovery from the Covid pandemic if decision-makers adopt the...
Economic report to assess the impact of Covid-19 on the brewing sector in 2020-21
Find out the impact of Covid-19 on beer hospitality and what a full recovery can mean for brewers and the hospitality sector. View this document...
Brewers Forum 2022 and EBC Congress back beermaking recovery
Madrid, Wednesday, June 1, 2022 – As Europe recovers and rebuilds after more than two years of pandemic conditions, the brewing community this...
Brewers welcome European Commission opening examination procedure on the restriction of Mexican Tequila exports
The Brewers of Europe welcomes the decision by the European Commission to open an examination procedure following our complaint over the Tequila...
Brewers’ response to the Council’s adoption of a new EU Directive on the structure of alcohol excise duties
On 30 July the Council adopted amendments to Directive 92/83/EEC on the harmonisation of the structures of excise duties on alcohol and alcoholic...
Excise duty: Letter to the Chair of ECOFIN, opposing the over-taxation of flavoured beers
The Brewers of Europe has written an open letter to the Chair of the European Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) over the current...
Exports boost Europe’s beer production to eight-year high
Beer Serves Europe launches latest sector report from The Brewers of Europe BRUSSELS 4 December 2018. Europe’s beer production rose to an...