Safety for packaging and food machines updated
Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/546 of 12 March 2026 introduces a number of fundamental updates to the regulatory framework for machine safety in the EU, including packaging and food processing machines. General Introduction and Affected Products The European Commission has published Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/546, which updates technical standards to ensure health and safety in […]
Green light for digital packaging labeling
The Ministry for Ecological Transition has published an informative note whose main objective is to interpret and align packaging marking requirements between Spanish regulations (Royal Decree 1055/2022) and European Union Regulation (EU) 2025/40. Although the marking obligations of RD 1055/2022 came into force on January 1, 2025, the sector had doubts about its technical application […]
B Corp updates its global standards
B Corp has presented an in-depth update of its international standards with the aim of strengthening the social and environmental impact of companies. The new model introduces more demanding requirements and a more homogeneous approach to impact measurement. A new framework for B Corp certification The B Corp movement has announced an update of its […]
U.S. initiates new investigations affecting the EU
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has announced the initiation of formal investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 against several economies, including the European Union. THE US ARGUES THAT ITS TRADING PARTNERS HAVE DEVELOPED PRODUCTION CAPACITY THAT IS NOT TIED TO DOMESTIC OR GLOBAL DEMAND INCENTIVES. The US […]
Keys to the future Scholarship Holder’s Statute
The Council of Ministers has approved the preliminary draft of the Statute for persons undergoing non-work practical training, a regulation that seeks to reinforce the training nature of internships and avoid their use to fill jobs. The text now begins its parliamentary procedure. A regulatory project in the pipeline The Government has approved the draft […]
US to invest 100 million in public transportation systems
The United States will invest $100.3 million to strengthen public transportation systems in the cities that will host matches of the 2026 World Cup. The goal is to improve mobility for millions of visitors and ensure efficient travel to the stadiums. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced a $100.3 million investment to improve public […]
Chongqing strengthens food processing
The Chongqing municipal government has approved a package of policies to boost the development of the food processing industry. The measures include financial aid, incentives for technological upgrading and logistical support, effective until 2028. The Chongqing municipal government has adopted the Yufubanfa 2026/5 measure, which introduces a set of public policies aimed at boosting the […]
Middle East conflict stresses global industrial markets
The escalating conflict in the Middle East is generating tensions in several strategic industrial markets. Aluminum, oil and fertilizers are showing disruptions in supply, demand and logistics, in a context of growing economic and commercial uncertainty on a global scale. Aluminum at record highs due to supply interruptions The aluminum market is going through a […]
Subsidies for productive investment projects (Catalonia)
Subsidies to promote industrial investments for the creation of new production plants or for the improvement or implementation of new production processes that contribute to the maintenance or net increase of employment in the companies. Dates The application period opens on March 10, 2026 at 9:00 am and ends on April 22, 2026 at 2:00 […]
New controls on imported electrical products
Spain is strengthening controls on certain products imported from third countries, including electrical products for domestic use. The measure establishes checks prior to customs clearance to ensure regulatory compliance. Reinforcement of import controls Royal Decree 330/2008, of February 29, 2008, establishes measures to reinforce the control of certain industrial products imported from third countries prior […]