Our DG Paolo Falcioni just wrapped up an insightful session discussing the evolution of #AI in consumer products at the AEB_Russia Online Conference. Key takeaways: 👉 A risk-based approach ensures AI is safe, reliable, and innovative 👉Clear guidelines build trust and make AI

📢 At the Plastics Recycling Congress in Milan, our Director General Paolo Falcioni discussed the use of recycled plastics in home appliances. Plastics make up over one-fifth of home appliance products. However, the amount of recycled plastics currently used in the sector is

Honored by the opportunity to make a presnetation for the APPLiA 🏡 Board. Many thanks to Paolo Falcioni for the invite.

Very fruitful discussion today in Brussels with the delegation from China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR). The meeting offered a valuable opportunity to explore global market dynamics, address shared challenges, and promote sustainable growth 🇪🇺/🇨🇳

📣 Today in Strasbourg, the European Parliament confirmed the new College of European Commissioners! APPLiA welcomes the new Commission and its commitment to strengthening European competitiveness and prosperity. "The focus on competitiveness, as highlighted in the Draghi Report, is

✅ Day 2 of APPLiA’s Autumn Session in Brussels brought together leading home appliance brands to collaborate on key policies driving innovation and sustainability in the industry.

📌 After an inspiring week of discussions in Brussels, our Autumn Session has come to an end. We thank all our members and National Associations for three days of valuable exchange, reflecting on the challenges and opportunities facing the home appliance industry in Europe.

Europe's decarbonisation and housing plans can only succeed if modern, energy efficient home appliances are part of the solution. Our message to policymakers is clear - we want to work together to deliver a competitive home appliance industry that offers sustainable products to

What is APPLiA? Why does our work matter to you? We are the voice of the home appliance industry in Europe - from fridges to washing machines, irons and air conditioning. Our members are 25 top EU brands along with a network of 26 national associations across Europe. Our team

Our DG Paolo Falcioni and our member Electrolux Group Irma Rustemi joined the European Commission High-Level Forum on Standardisation contributing key insights on: 🔵 The role of the home appliance industry in Europe's industrial ecosystem and the need for the Clean Industrial Deal

The European Commission's new Affordable Energy Action Plan highlights energy-efficient products, like home appliances, as vital for boosting competitiveness and cutting household energy costs! ✅ Paolo Falcioni and Giulia Zilla emphasise the importance of these solutions⬇️

📣 Our Director General, Paolo Falcioni, took the stage today at the AWE 2025 Summit in Shanghai 🇨🇳, organised by the China Household Electrical Appliances Association (CHEAA). The discussion tackled critical challenges in the home appliance sector, including the effects of

The International Roundtable of Household Appliance Manufacturer Associations (IRHMA) gathered once again, this time in Shanghai, China 🇨🇳 to discuss key global developments and explore new opportunities. A vital platform for innovation and collaboration 🤝🌍

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🚨🆕 APPLiA, alongside 18 industry representatives from the EU and the UK, is calling for a mutual recognition agreement on conformity assessment to reduce trade barriers and drive economic growth. More details here ⬇️

The European Commission’s AI Continent Action Plan is a bold move to scale #AI across 🇪🇺. While we support the EU's ambition for AI leadership, we emphasise the need for practical implementation, clear guidelines, and genuine collaboration. Paolo Falcioni highlights the role of AI

The APPLiA team wishes you a bright and joyful Easter! 🐣 Take a moment to recharge and enjoy the simple comforts of home with your loved ones. #HappyEaster2025

🇬🇧 At the AMDEA Conference, our Senior Environment Policy Director Korrina Hegarty joined a panel on how repair is shaping the circular economy. 📌 Focus on Ecodesign & the upcoming Right to Repair: clear, proportionate rules are key. 📄 Full report:

♻️ At EucoLight 10th Anniversary, our DG Paolo Falcioni shared the key role of home appliance manufacturers in turning the #WEEE Directive into a true EU circular economy success story. With the upcoming revision, it must: 🔹 Clearly define the obligations of all actors in

✅ Constructive exchange with DG GROW’s Single Market Barriers Prevention Unit today. We shared views on improving early coordination and consistency of EU rules. Key points: 🔹 Avoid overlapping national rules 🔹 Boost early dialogue & transparency 🔹 Clear, harmonised