European startups at the center of EU policies for 2025: a new chapter for innovation
In 2025, the European Union marks an important turning point in its commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship. The European Commission has established a Project Group of Commissioners dedicated exclusively to startups and scaleups, underlining the centrality of these realities for the economic and technological future of Europe.
A concrete commitment from above
Chaired by the Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation, the group is directly supervised by President Ursula von der Leyen.
This new approach represents a clear signal of the importance attached to startups as an engine of growth and competitiveness in the European single market.
Strategic Objectives
The Project Group aims to create optimal framework conditions to support European startups at every stage of their journey. Among the main initiatives, the following stand out:
- Creation of the '28th EU-Inc regime' A single legal entity at European level to facilitate access to the single market, simplifying the commercialization of innovations and reducing bureaucratic barriers between member countries.
- Facilitating access to capital Through targeted strategies, startups and scaleups will be able to more easily access the funding necessary to expand and compete on a global scale.
- Streamlining regulatory compliance A package of measures designed to make it easier for medium-sized companies to adapt to European regulations, reducing costs and compliance times.
- Promoting innovation through public procurement Public contracts will be used as a strategic lever to encourage innovative solutions, fostering an ecosystem that rewards talent and ingenuity.
- Attracting and retaining talent Targeted policies to make Europe a pole of attraction for the best professionals and innovative entrepreneurs.
A systemic and coordinated approach
This initiative marks a significant turning point: for the first time, the European Union adopts a coordinated and systemic approach, integrating policies in key sectors and strategic technologies.
The goal? Transforming the European market into a fertile and competitive ecosystem for startups, which supports them from the start-up phase to growth and international scalability.
The future of the European innovation ecosystem
2025 could represent a turning point for startups and scaleups in Europe.
This ambitious vision has the potential to make the single market a more inclusive, accessible and prosperous environment for innovators, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness.
Conclusion
RCLEX is ready to support startups and scaleups in facing the legal and regulatory challenges of this new scenario.
If you are thinking of starting or expanding your business in the European context, contact us: our team is here to help you seize all the opportunities offered by these initiatives.
