Directorate for EU Affairs

European Bioplastics reacts to European Parliament's vote on the proposal for a Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste / European Parliament sends mixed signals to the bioplastics sector

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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BRUSSELS, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- European Bioplastics (EUBP) commends the European Parliament for recognising the role of compostable plastics in achieving packaging waste prevention and reaching recycling targets.

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  • BRUSSELS, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- European Bioplastics (EUBP) commends the European Parliament for recognising the role of compostable plastics in achieving packaging waste prevention and reaching recycling targets.
  • We regret that the role of biobased plastics in achieving the targets of recycled content was not supported.
  • EUBP believes biobased plastics can and will, if enabled, contribute to the transition towards a circular economy, by storing and repurposing carbon dioxide", he elaborates.
  • In an increasingly competitive market, the persistent over-regulatory approach towards bioplastics puts at risk the further development of sustainable innovative packaging applications by slowing down necessary investments.

Press release - EP Today 9 May - Europe Day

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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EP Today 9 May - Europe Day

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  • EP Today 9 May - Europe Day
    “This is Europe” debate with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz
    From 10.30 to 12.00, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will discuss with MEPs his views on Europe’s challenges and future.
  • Before the start of the debate, President Metsola will make a statement to mark Europe Day.
  • President Metsola and Chancellor Scholz will hold a bilateral meeting at 10.05, followed by a press point at 10.20.
  • During the debate, MEPs will outline their priorities concerning this reform, building on the resolution adopted in July 2021.

INDRC Conference 2022: “Artificial Intelligence Solutions for Understanding and Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders” Launched by International Neurodegenerative Disorders Research Center in Prague, Czech Republic

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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INDRC, International Neurodegenerative Disorders Research Center , a private, non-profit, global research institute established to apply artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions to identify and validate therapeutic interventions for Alzheimers disease (AD) and other neurodegenerative disorders, today announced the launch of the INDRC Conference 2022: Artificial Intelligence Solutions for Understanding and Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders.

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  • INDRC, International Neurodegenerative Disorders Research Center , a private, non-profit, global research institute established to apply artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions to identify and validate therapeutic interventions for Alzheimers disease (AD) and other neurodegenerative disorders, today announced the launch of the INDRC Conference 2022: Artificial Intelligence Solutions for Understanding and Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders.
  • The conference will be held on September 7 and 8, 2022, in Prague, Czech Republic, under the auspices of the Czech Ministry for EU Affairs.
  • The INDRC was established to address the challenges facing the identification and validation of new interventions for neurodegenerative disorders.
  • The INDRC, International Neurodegenerative Disorders Research Center , is a private, non-profit, global research institute based in Prague, Czech Republic, that for the first time combines biological sciences and medicine with big data and artificial intelligence approaches to study and treat Alzheimers disease and other neurodegenerative disorders.

CLIA announces appointment of Director General for Europe

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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BRUSSELS, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, announced the appointment of Marie-Caroline Laurent as Director General for CLIA in Europe, effective as of 15 November 2021.

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  • BRUSSELS, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, announced the appointment of Marie-Caroline Laurent as Director General for CLIA in Europe, effective as of 15 November 2021.
  • Kelly Craighead, President and CEO, CLIA said: "I want to thank Ukko Metsola for his leadership in Europe during a critical transitional period as cruise operations have continued a phased return to service.
  • Marie-Caroline Laurent said, "I'm passionate about the positive impact of transport and tourism sectors supporting businesses and livelihoods in every European country.
  • Ukko Metsola will stay on as adviser to the new Director General until the end of 2021 to support the transition prior to a planned return to the Royal Caribbean Group.