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Industrial Competitiveness in a Decarbonising Europe
European industry is entering a decisive phase of transformation. High energy costs, intensifying global competition, evolving clean-tech supply chains, and accelerating decarbonisation are reshaping the foundations of industrial competitiveness in Europe.

In this context, competitiveness is no longer defined solely by cost efficiency, scale or productivity. It increasingly depends on energy strategy, electrification pathways, supply chain resilience, market design, and the ability to translate decarbonisation into long-term industrial value.

This masterclass provides a strategic overview of the forces shaping European industrial transformation. It connects key policy developments such as the Clean Industrial Deal, emerging proposals around an Industrial Accelerator Act, and evolving “Made in EU” and low-carbon criteria with the realities of global clean-tech competition and the position of energy-intensive industries.

The programme is organised in collaboration with CIFE Future Energy Leaders, bringing together professionals, policymakers and emerging energy leaders in a setting focused on exchange, reflection and strategic insight into Europe’s industrial future.

About the programme
During this masterclass, participants explore how Europe can strengthen its industrial competitiveness while accelerating the energy transition. The session provides a structured overview of the key drivers shaping this transition, from evolving EU policy frameworks and electrification pathways to global competition and supply chain dynamics. By connecting policy developments with real-world industrial challenges, participants gain a deeper understanding of how competitiveness and decarbonisation increasingly go hand in hand in shaping the future of European industry.

Key themes include:

• The shifting foundations of European industrial competitiveness in a decarbonising global economy
• The Clean Industrial Deal and the evolving direction of EU industrial policy, including emerging initiatives such as the Industrial Accelerator Act
• Electrification as a core driver of industrial decarbonisation, and its implications for infrastructure, grid capacity and energy costs
• Global industrial strategies and competition between Europe, China and the United States, and their impact on supply chains and clean technologies
• The development of “Made in EU” and low-carbon criteria and their relevance for procurement, investment decisions and industrial policy frameworks
• The specific challenges and transition pathways of hard-to-abate sectors within Europe’s industrial base

What to expect during a masterclass
In addition to inspiring content and valuable connections, we ensure a seamless learning experience. After the session, you’ll receive a digital certificate of attendance, which you can easily add to your LinkedIn profile. Speaker presentations will be shared as reference material, making it easy to revisit what you’ve learned or share it with colleagues. Naturally, a well-catered lunch is included, along with healthy snacks throughout the day. Our event manager will be on site to ensure everything runs smoothly and to support you wherever needed.