Why the EU matters for TGS

At the TGS EMEA Brussels Conference, members from around the world came together to explore what it truly means to be ready. Each session highlighted one key truth: firms that innovate, collaborate, and stay ahead of change don’t just survive—they thrive.

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The European Union isn’t just a regulatory body—it’s a strategic playground for forward-thinking firms. We explored how new legislation, funding cycles, and ESG integration are transforming the landscape for cross-border business. TGS members discovered how to turn complexity into opportunity—leveraging policy to drive growth and innovation…

The European Union sets the rules that shape market access, compliance conditions, and future competitiveness.

• The EU defines where and how you can do business: from company law to sustainability to product standards.
• The EU is a lever and a tool to grow, facilitating cross-border interactions
• EU policy is everywhere, touches everything: ESG, standards for products, mobility of workers.

The EU is entering a new legislative and funding cycle focused on:

• Decarbonisation and reindustrialisation, with clear regulatory pathways and timelines.
• Systemic ESG integration across all sectors—reporting, due diligence, product life cycle, and claims.
• A strong push to support SMEs and innovation through simplification, funding, and legal reform.

Upcoming initiatives to look out for include the 28th regime, the Startup and Scaleup strategy 

The fact that TGS is a cross-border international network is useful for the EU.

• Accounting and ESG Reporting: helping clients meet CSRD, EU Taxonomy, and SFDR requirements.
• Audit Services: for EU-funded projects (e.g., Horizon Europe, Digital Europe) and ESG verification.
• Consortium-based Bidding: joining EU-funded initiatives via networks like the Enterprise Europe Network,or direct EU calls for services or with other TGS members

Navigating the EU system

• Be proactive: Start engaging during pre-legislative and consultation phases (e.g., 28th Regime).
• Know your objectives: Define the concrete input or policy change you want.
• Build alliances: Partner with local authorities, trade associations, or Brussels-based advisors. https://op.europa.eu/en/web/who-is-whohttps://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives_en

Contact Alex Braley for more information about what TGS can bring to the EU