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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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All events20.01.2025 - 21.01.2025 | Brussels
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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...
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30.01.2025 | Frankfurt am Main
REACH, Lebensmittel- und Pharmarecht
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...
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04.02.2025 | Online
Vergaberecht und PPP
4th Annual Public Procurement Council
For the fourth time we are giving the floor to the board members of the European Public Procurement and Public Private Partnerships Law Journal, who are thought leaders in European Public Procurement Law for decades. In three different presentations our experts provide you with in-depth knowledge in the theory and...
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24.02.2025 - 25.02.2025 | Online
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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...
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13.03.2025 - 14.03.2025 | Madrid
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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...
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27.03.2025 - 28.03.2025 | Frankfurt
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 im 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...
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02.04.2025 - 04.04.2025 | Lake Como
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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...
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03.04.2025 - 04.04.2025 | Madrid
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...
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28.04.2025 - 30.04.2025 | Marseille
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...
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08.05.2025 - 09.05.2025 | Málaga
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,...
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12.05.2025 - 13.05.2025 | Catania
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...
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15.05.2025 - 16.05.2025 | Catania
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...
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22.05.2025 - 23.05.2025 | Florence
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...
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23.05.2025 | Brussels
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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...
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29.05.2025 | Online
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...
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05.06.2025 - 06.06.2025 | Brussels
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...
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12.06.2025 - 13.06.2025 | Marseille
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’...
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25.06.2025 - 27.06.2025 | Amsterdam
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...
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26.06.2025 - 27.06.2025 | Bilbao
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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)...
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09.07.2025 - 11.07.2025 | Lake Como
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....
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14.07.2025 - 15.07.2025 | Prague
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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...
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25.08.2025 - 28.08.2025 | Cluj-Napoca
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
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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22.09.2025 - 23.09.2025 | Frankfurt
REACH, Lebensmittel- und Pharmarecht
Chemikalienrecht außerhalb der EU
Das Online Seminar Chemikalienrecht außerhalb der EU beleuchtet jedes Jahr die neusten Entwicklungen in den Chemikalienregulierungen in ausgewählten Industrie-und Handelsländern. Unsere Experten zeigen Ihnen welche Meldungs-und Registrierungspflichten Sie in den einzelnen Ländern berücksichtigen müssen und welche regulatorischen und kulturellen Besonderheiten es zu beachten gilt. Außerdem geben sie Ihnen exklusive Einblicke...
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29.09.2025 - 30.09.2025 | Valencia
Europäisches Beihilfenrecht
State Aid for Climate Action, Environmental Protection, and Energy Efficiency
Join us in Valencia for an inspiring hybrid Lexxion Training on the State Aid Guidelines for Climate, Environmental Protection, and Energy Efficiency (CEEAG)! Explore the latest revisions and major changes while mastering every aspect through practical examples and a detailed case law review. Don't miss your chance to become a...
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09.10.2025 - 10.10.2025 | Naples
Europäische Struktur- und Investitionsfonds
Indicators, Monitoring and Evaluation of EU Funds
Monitoring and evaluation are key tasks for a successful management and a transparent implementation of projects financed with ESI Funds. Those in charge of these tasks are therefore in need to keep updated with new rules and tools. How to define indicators? How to monitor progress? How to select a...
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16.10.2025 - 17.10.2025 | Brussels
Vergaberecht und PPP
Master Class: Public Procurement for Utilities and Concessions Contracts
State-owned and commercial entities, operating in the utilities sector, such as gas, electric transport, and water firms, are obliged to apply the EU procurement policy when they purchase goods, services and works to pursue an activity in one of these sectors. The rules adopted with the Concessions Directive allow public...
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