Frederiek Vermeulen (BE/EPP), Member of the Council of the Municipality of Ichtegem, has been appointed rapporteur on the European Chemicals Industry Action Plan. The European Chemicals Industry Action Plan sets out a strategic roadmap to strengthen competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience of the EU chemicals sector, while reducing regulatory burdens through simplification. The plan also proposes forming a Critical Chemicals Alliance to identify vulnerable production sites, align investments, monitor trade distortions, and coordinate measures at national and EU levels.
In his first reaction the rapporteur said: “The chemical industry is a cornerstone of Flanders’ economy and one of Europe’s leading clusters. It is essential that the transition of this sector combines competitiveness with sustainability and health protection. This Action Plan is key to the future of Flanders and will make sure that it takes into account local realities.”