Plastics are central to Europe’s industrial base and daily life—but they also present one of the continent’s most pressing environmental challenges. As Europe strives to meet its goals, the European Chemical Regions Network (ECRN) urges decision-makers to unlock
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The European Chemical Regions Network (ECRN) is officially recognised in the European Commission’s new Chemicals Industry Action Plan, published on 8 July 2025. In the section on strengthening resilience and maintaining critical production in the EU, the Action
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ECRN has submitted its response to the European Commission’s public consultation on the Critical Medicines Act after its adoption, welcoming the initiative as a crucial step toward strengthening Europe’s pharmaceutical supply resilience and strategic autonomy. As a network
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ECRN has submitted its contribution to the upcoming revision of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy, underlining the critical role of regional authorities in ensuring its successful implementation. The feedback builds on local experiences and proposes a set of targeted
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The European Chemical Regions Network (ECRN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Arne Weverling, Regional Minister of the Province of Zuid-Holland, as a new member of the ECRN Board. Mr. Weverling brings with him a deep commitment
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EU Industry Days are the European Union’s flagship annual event dedicated to industrial policy. They bring together key stakeholders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss strategic priorities, share knowledge, and strengthen the European industrial base. ECRN Executive Director, Folco
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ECRN is proud to announce that it will assume the honorary patronage of the upcoming Polish Chemical Industry Congress, scheduled to take place in Cracow on 29-30 May 2025. The 12th edition of the Polish Chemistry Congress will be held on 29
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The interview with Dr. James Carton, Assistant Professor in Energy Sustainability & Hydrogen at Dublin City University, was conducted as part of the “Professionals and their skills in hydrogen” project (Project number: 2023-1-PL01-KA220-VET-000159821). Dr. Carton emphasized the importance
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On Thursday, 27 February, ECRN convened its 2025 General Assembly in Antwerp at BASF’s premises. The meeting served as an occasion to review the achievements of 2024 and to establish the network’s strategic direction for 2025 and beyond.
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PRESS RELEASE – The ACE-EX Serious Game entitled ACE Farmer Expert is a strategic management simulation where players take on the role of a farmer managing vineyards, olive groves, and hemp fields, with the goal of maximizing yield and product
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