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...
European Beer trends - Country factsheets Discover key insights into the brewing sector for each European country through the country fact sheets...
Brussels, December 4, 2024 – Beer remains a motor for Europe’s economy, but continues to face multiple challenges, ranging from the aftershocks of...
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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,...
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...
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...
Strasbourg, November 22, 2023 – After MEPs today voted for a flawed draft Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) proposal, The Brewers of...
Strasbourg, November 21, 2023 – As MEPs today debate the draft Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) proposal ahead of their vote on...
The European Parliament has always led the way when it comes to sustainability, pushing the European Union to be more ambitious. Meeting in...
Exactly three weeks ago, on October 24, MEPs in the European Parliament’s Environment Committee voted on the draft EU Packaging and Packaging Waste...
Brussels, October 24, 2023 – The Brewers of Europe today urged the full European Parliament to ensure measures on packaging legislation apply...
Brussels, October 24, 2023 – With the European Parliament set to vote today on the EU’s new packaging rules, The Brewers of Europe urges MEPs in the...
European case law long ago established that beer competes with wine and other alcoholic beverages on the drinks market. So why then, do draft...
Without packaging, there is no beer. It’s as simple as that. As brewers, we need robust and airtight containers to hold, transport and serve the...
We brewers believe in the circular economy. We’ve been recycling and reusing for many decades. We support the EU’s sustainability agenda. So when we...
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Mrs. Sandra Gallina, Director General Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety (SANTE) European Commission 17 March 2023...
From grain to glass, sustainability is at the heart of Europe’s beer sector. Find out how brewers across Europe are finding new and innovative ways...
To best represent and promote the interest of every brewer in Europe, The Brewers of Europe – uniting 29 national brewers’...
Europe’s brewers support minimising packaging’s impact on the environment and will now work together with the European Parliament and...
Our four leading European beverage associations (AIJN – European Fruit Juice Association, The Brewers of Europe, Natural Mineral Waters...
On 18 April 2018, the Beer Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (Beer PEFCRs) were officially approved by the Environmental Footprint...
