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State Aid Uncovered
Critical Analysis of Developments in State Aid 2023

Author: Phedon Nicolaides

From the Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework (TCTF) in March, to the revised General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER) in June, to the increased de minimis threshold in December 2023.

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25.11.2024 - 26.11.2024 | Prague
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Innovative Approaches to Risk Analysis and Verification in ESI Funds

This workshop aims to explore new methodologies and tools for enhancing risk management and verification processes in European Structural Funds. In order to ensure optimal outcomes and mitigate potential risks, it is important to improve the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of fund allocation and usage. With the guidance of our...
27.11.2024 - 29.11.2024 | Paris
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Europäisches Beihilfenrecht

State Aid from A to Z

Improve your State aid knowledge with our hybrid intensive course in Paris! Learn the basics of State aid regulations and build your practical 'toolbox' for seamless State aid assessment and market-compatible public measures designs. Dive into expert presentations enhanced with hands-on exercises, real-world examples, and engaging case studies for an...
28.11.2024 - 29.11.2024 | Berlin
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Abfall- und Umweltrecht

Berliner Abfallrechtstage 2024

Auf den Berliner Abfallrechtstagen informieren führende Experten des deutschen und europäischen Abfallrechts über aktuelle Entwicklungen und die neueste Rechtsprechung im Kreislaufwirtschaftsrecht. Wie in den Vorjahren erwartet die Teilnehmer auch dieses Mal ein vielseitiges Programm mit zahlreichen interessanten Vorträgen zu den aktuellsten Fragestellungen des Rechtsgebietes. Im Anschluss an die Fachvorträge erhalten...
09.12.2024 - 10.12.2024 | Budapest
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Financial Management of EU Funds

This workshop is designed to give participants a comprehensive understanding of the financial regulations, instruments, procedures, and best practices essential for managing EU funds effectively in the current 2021-2027 programming period. Through case studies and interactive discussions, participants will enhance their skills in financial management, exploring budget planning, financial reporting,...
12.12.2024 - 13.12.2024 | Berlin
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Winter Master Class – “State Aid Uncovered” with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides

Uncover everything there is to know about State Aid with our key expert Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides! Join us in Berlin for an intensive masterclass where you'll delve deep into the latest Court rulings and Commission decisions. Gain invaluable insights into the application of principles, uncover exceptions, and learn about...
20.01.2025 - 21.01.2025 | Brussels
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State Aid for Energy Transition and Decarbonization

Join us for this engaging 2-day technical training on State aid law in the field of energy, the environment, and decarbonization. Our experts will review state aid statistics and the case law on the application of art. 107(1) TFEU to energy and environment. Discover relevant provisions in the GBER and...
30.01.2025 | Frankfurt am Main
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Chemierechtstag 2025 – REACH, Aktuelle Entwicklungen und Erfahrungen aus der Praxis

In Kooperation mit dem Verband der Chemischen Industrie (VCI) laden wir Sie herzlich zum Chemierechtstag 2025 ein. Experten aus Behörden, Industrie und Anwaltschaft analysieren und diskutieren aktuelle Entwicklungen und Erfahrungen aus der Praxis der REACH-Verordnung und klären Rechtsfragen und Anforderungen an Unternehmen. Diverse Diskussionsrunden bieten den Teilnehmern die Möglichkeit, sich...
24.02.2025 - 25.02.2025 | Online
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State Aid Rules in Agriculture, Forestry, and Aquaculture

Find out all there is to know about the revised State aid rules for the agricultural, forestry, and aquaculture sectors. This training is the perfect opportunity to have a look at the latest developments and discuss the main changes with experts from the European Commission, academia, and diplomacy. Participants receive...
13.03.2025 - 14.03.2025 | Madrid
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State Aid Analysis: A Comprehensive Economic Toolbox

This Lexxion Training offers an overview of the core economic tools for assessing State aid cases and examples of their application, namely the Market Economy Investor Principle (MEIP) and the Market Economy Operator Test (MEOT). Learn how these tools, ideated by the European Commission, unlock insights into the size of...
27.03.2025 - 28.03.2025 | Frankfurt
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REACH, Lebensmittel- und Pharmarecht

Internationales Chemikalienrecht

Am 27. Und 28. März 2025 begrüßen wir Sie herzlich zum Hybridseminar Internationales Chemikalienrecht. Wie auch in den Vorjahren beleuchtet das Seminar die aktuellen Entwicklungen iim Chemikalienrecht in ausgewählten Industrie-und Handelsländern. Abgerundet werden die Vorträge sowohl durch Beispiele aus der Praxis, als auch durch diverse Diskussionsrunden, in denen Sie Ihre...
02.04.2025 - 04.04.2025 | Lake Como
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Spring Course: Essentials of State Aid Law and Policy

Improve your State aid knowledge with our hybrid intensive course in Como! Learn the basics of State aid regulations and build your practical ‘toolbox’ for seamless State aid assessment and market-compatible public measures designs. Dive into expert presentations enhanced with hands-on exercises, real-world examples, and engaging case studies for an...
03.04.2025 - 04.04.2025 | Madrid
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Simplified Cost Options for HOME Funds

Simplified Cost Options (SCOs) are an innovative way of reimbursing grants and repayable assistance that reduces administrative costs and burden. The Common Provisions Regulation for the 2021-2027 programming period has extended the use of SCOs, making it even more important to know how to apply them efficiently. What are the...
28.04.2025 - 30.04.2025 | Marseille
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Spring Seminar: Verifications and Irregularities in EU Funds

The Spring Seminar is designed for professionals involved in the oversight, prevention, detection, and management of fraud associated with EU funds. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of strategies and best practices for addressing the complex challenges in this field. Led by seasoned experts, participants will gain in-depth knowledge on...
08.05.2025 - 09.05.2025 | Málaga
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Vergaberecht und PPP

Master Class in Public Procurement: Contract Modifications

This Master Class provides an introduction to contract modification in the field of European public procurement. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the legal framework of contract modification and how it can be used in their procurement processes. The Master Class will cover the different types of contract modification,...
12.05.2025 - 13.05.2025 | Catania
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

How to Control and Audit ESI Funds in 2021/2027

The new regulations introduced in the programming period 2021–2027 can be challenging for those dealing with the management of ESI Funds. In order to enable an efficient and reliable control, Managing Authorities and Intermediate Bodies need to conduct administrative and on-the-spot verifications. During this two-day interactive workshop, participants will be...
15.05.2025 - 16.05.2025 | Catania
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

An Effective Use of Technical Assistance for Structural Funds

An efficient use of Technical Assistance (TA) is essential to manage ESI-funded projects in the 2021-2027 programming period. This hybrid workshop is designed to provide participants with guidance on topics such as: which costs are eligible in TA, how to increase the absorption rate of TA, how to monitor the...
22.05.2025 - 23.05.2025 | Florence
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Europäisches Beihilfenrecht

State Aid: Procedures and Compliance

Join us in Florence for a two-day hybrid training to learn the ins and outs of State Aid procedures. Discover the essential elements of notification, investigation, compatibility, and recovery with engaging discussions and real-world examples. Gain invaluable insights and practical tips to enhance your daily work. Don't miss this opportunity...
23.05.2025 | Brussels
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EStALI Spring Forum

The Brussels Centre for Competition Policy of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, the Faculty of Law of the Universiteit Antwerpen, and Lexxion are pleased to announce a Call for Papers for the 2025 EStALI Spring Forum. This prestigious event, which will take place in Brussels on 23 May 2025 will bring...
29.05.2025 | Online
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Abfall- und Umweltrecht

Digitaler Düsseldorfer Abfallrechtstag

Auch in diesem Jahr werden namhafte Experten auf dem Gebiet des deutschen und europäischen Abfallrechts in fachlich fundierten Vorträgen die zentralen Fragestellungen des Rechtsgebietes vorstellen. Sie beleuchten die neuesten Entwicklungen, berichten über ihre Erfahrungen und zeigen mögliche Handlungs- und Lösungswege auf. In zahlreichen Diskussionsrunden besteht darüber hinaus die Möglichkeit, eigene...
05.06.2025 - 06.06.2025 | Brussels
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Implementing ERDF, ESF+ and AMIF

This workshop offers an in-depth look at three key EU funding programs: ERDF, ESF+, and AMIF. Designed for professionals in EU fund management, it covers the essential regulatory frameworks, eligibility criteria, and reporting requirements for each fund.  Through expert-led discussions and practical exercises, participants will strengthen their skills in fund...
12.06.2025 - 13.06.2025 | Marseille
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Europäisches Beihilfenrecht

Applying State Aid Rules to Research, Development, and Innovation Projects

Elevate your understanding of State aid rules and ensure your R&D&I projects soar with State aid-compliant support. This Lexxion Training will help you understand what the relevant State aid compliance requirements are and how to correctly apply the GBER and the State aid framework, enriched with insights from Member States’...
25.06.2025 - 27.06.2025 | Amsterdam
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Anti-Fraud Game: Port Authority

We are very pleased to present a brand new course led by our anti-fraud expert Jo Kremers. Have you ever wondered how anti-fraud controls are carried out in European harbours? Are you curious to know how port authorities inspect container cargoes to detect smuggling and other illegal activities? Thanks to...
26.06.2025 - 27.06.2025 | Bilbao
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State Aid Compliance for Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI)

Gain clarity on the challenging balance between ensuring public service provision and avoiding overcompensation and market distortion, considering the diverse interpretations of SGEI across Member States. Don't miss this opportunity to unravel the connection between State Aid and SGEI. Participants receive a certificate upon participation. Starting from € 1.090,- (excl. VAT)...
09.07.2025 - 11.07.2025 | Lake Como
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Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds

Summer Course: Financial Management of ESI Funds

This Summer Course is designed to give participants a comprehensive understanding of the financial regulations, instruments, procedures, and best practices essential for managing EU funds effectively in the current 2021-2027 programming period. With a mix of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, this course provides an ideal environment for learning....
14.07.2025 - 15.07.2025 | Prague
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Summer Master Class – “State Aid Uncovered” with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides

Uncover everything there is to know about State Aid with our key expert Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides! This high-level masterclass provides an expert review of the latest Court rulings and Commission decisions to identify how principles apply to specific situations, delineate possible exceptions, and draw the implications for State aid...
25.08.2025 - 28.08.2025 | Cluj-Napoca
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Summer Course: State Aid – Core Concepts, Principles, Exemptions, and Guidelines

During these four immersive days, share best practices with our experts, engage in interactive case studies, dive into the essentials of State aid regulations, and gain practical tools to assess and design compatible public measures. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise in Cluj-Napoca, the historic capital of Transylvania....

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19. Nov 2024

AbfallR 5/2024 jetzt verfügbar

Aktuell steht der Entwurf eines Gesetzes zur Anpassung des Treibhausgas-Emissionshandelsgesetzes an die Änderung der EU-Richtlinie […]

04. Nov 2024

CCLR 3/2024 Out Now

Issue 3/2024 of the Carbon and Climate Law Review is out now. The issue features […]

30. Oct 2024

EFFL 5/2024 Out Now

Issue 5/2024 of the European Food and Feed Law Review is now available!   This […]

24. Oct 2024

EPPPL 3/2024 Out Now

Issue 3/2024 of the European Procurement & Public Private Partnership Law Review (EPPPL) is now […]

24. Oct 2024

EDPL 3/2024 – Data Protection Evolving

Issue 3/2024 of the European Data Protection Law Review (EDPL) is now available! In the articles […]

04. Oct 2024

AIRe 3/2024 – Time to Operationalise the Governance Frameworks on AI

Issue 3/2024 of the Journal of AI Law and Regulation (AIRe) has been published! We […]

04. Oct 2024

UWP 3/2024 jetzt verfügbar

Die vorliegende Ausgabe beginnt mit einem „Paukenschlag aus der Praxis“. Ulrich Stock, der als Behördenvertreter […]

04. Oct 2024

EStAL 3/2024 Out Now

Issue 3 of EStAL 2024 is now available online! This issue features the following Articles: […]

27. Sep 2024

CoRe 3/2024 Out Now

Issue 3 of the European Competition and Regulatory Law Review – CoRe is now online! […]

27. Sep 2024

StoffR 3/2024 jetzt verfügbar

Der Begriff „besorgniserregende Stoffe“ ist in der EU-Chemikalienpolitik nicht neu. Allerdings wird mit der neuen […]

24. Sep 2024

EurUP 3/2024 jetzt verfügbar

Den Auftakt der aktuellen Ausgabe 3/24 bildet Römling mit seinem Beitrag „Die Novelle der Erneuerbare […]

12. Dec 2023

EHPL 4/2023 Out Now

The fourth issue of the European Health & Pharmaceutical Law Review in 2023 is now […]

16. May 2023

ICRL 1/2024 Out Now

Issue 1/2024 of the International Chemical Regulatory and Law Review is out now! This issue […]

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21. Nov 2024
Data Protection Insider

Data Protection Insider, Issue 122

-ECtHR: Bosnia and Herzegovina Does Not Respect Legal professional Privilege- On 5th November, the ECtHR […]

19. Nov 2024
State Aid Blog

Public Funding of Healthcare Services Based on the Principle of Social Solidarity Is not State Aid

Introduction In June 2016, the Commission received a complaint from the Medical Chamber of Slovenia […]

12. Nov 2024
State Aid Blog

State Aid to Support Production of Penicillin in the EU

Introduction The Commission’s block exemption regulations and the guidelines do not cover exhaustively State aid […]

07. Nov 2024
Data Protection Insider

Data Protection Insider, Issue 121

-ECtHR: Russian ‘Foreign Agents’ Legislation Breaches Various Article 8 Rights- On 22nd October, the ECtHR […]

07. Nov 2024
UK Subsidy Control Insider

Opinion – the UK’s Subsidy Control Regime Can Be Improved Through More, Better Targeted Streamlined Routes

Subsidy Control law is important for the economy and therefore impacts the living standards of […]

07. Nov 2024
Competition Blog

Case C-264/23 Booking.com – Ancillary restraints and market definition in the platform economy

The recent judgment of the CJEU in Booking.com represents yet another development in the long […]

06. Nov 2024
UK Subsidy Control Insider

Competing Visions of the UK’s Subsidy Control Regime

At a Subsidy Control conference in June 2024, then Competition Appeal Tribunal President Mr Justice […]

05. Nov 2024
UK Subsidy Control Insider

Subsidy Control and the Economics of Data

Introduction Data has been described as the world’s most valuable commodity.[1] Yet despite its importance, […]

05. Nov 2024
State Aid Blog

State Aid to Support “Applied Research” in Solid-State Batteries

Introduction France notified a measure to grant State aid to ProLogium for the implementation of […]

29. Oct 2024
State Aid Blog

An Unusual SGEI

Introduction Member States are free to determine what the regard as a service of general […]