Whether in the EU or worldwide, it is easy to spot a CE marking on many products. CE stands for the French “Conformité Européenne”, which…
Authorised Representative
The right to repair explained to consumers and manufacturers
In February 2024, the European Union reached a provisional deal on a stronger right to repair for consumers. The decision aims to reduce waste and…
E-commerce under GPSR focus: decisive changes for goods sold online
At the end of 2024, the new General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) will replace the current Directive on general products and the Food Imitating Product…
Cyber security of devices connected to the internet
Devices connected to the internet must meet safety and health requirements set in the Radio Equipment Directive (RED). Some examples of such products are smart…
Automotive sector: overview on selected aspects of the EU Motor Vehicles Regulation
The European automotive industry contributes to about eight percent of the total EU GPD and is a key source of employment. Vehicles sold in the…
New Machinery Regulation: current Directive to be replaced from 2027
Today, 29 June 2023, the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) published the final text of the new Machinery Regulation. The new Regulation defines…
New Regulation for General Product Safety: GPSR applies from December 2024
On 23 May 2023, the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) published the final text of the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR). The new…
Selling pressure equipment in Europe: what are the regulatory requirements for manufacturers?
In the European Union, pressure equipment and gas appliances typically fall under the scope of three different laws: Pressure Equipment Directive, Simple Pressure Vessels Directive,…
Construction products: how to access the European market
In the European Union, the Construction Product Regulation, Regulation 305/2011, sets the requirements for marketing construction products. According to Article 2, construction products are products…
Compliance steps for machinery equipment: essential information for manufacturers
In the European Union, the manufacture of machinery and equipment generates a turnover of approximately 700 billion euros and an estimated production value of 600…