FEM, alongside 16 fellow industry associations, welcome the European Commission’s initiative for a European standardisation strategy that aims to support the digital transformation and the green transition. Standards are at the core of the EU Single Market and the New Legislative Framework for products, and key to the EU´s economic integration that is imperative in… Read more »
FEM, together with 24 European associations, co-signed a Joint Industry Statement on EU Trade agreements, urging the EU institutions to continue making EU trade agreements a priority, opening new markets for trade and investment and promoting rules-based free trade, including strengthening the role of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). You can read the full statement… Read more »
We are proud to celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March as a special opportunity to shine the spotlight on women working in the materials handling industry, highlighting unique experiences and expertise, and what led them on this career path. We share with you the story of Luisa Parisotto, Senior Regulatory and Compliance Officer at… Read more »
As increasing usage shows, modern fibre ropes, manufactured out of high-performance synthetic fibres, are starting to be a promising alternative to the prevalent steel wire ropes. FEM welcomes and supports the publication of the ISO technical specification on Safe use of high-performance fibre ropes in crane applications (ISO/TS 23624:2021). This new technical specification provides guidance… Read more »
