European Preference is reshaping €2 trillion in public procurement
The EU's Industrial Accelerator Act introduces mandatory European content requirements for public procurement and subsidised projects. If you supply to the European public sector, this affects you.
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Sector-by-Sector Breakdown
The law sets different European content thresholds depending on the sector. Here's what we know from the draft legislation.
Electric Vehicles
Vehicles must contain 70% European-made components (excluding battery) and be assembled within the EEA to qualify.
Steel & Construction
Public construction and infrastructure projects must source at least 25% low-carbon European steel.
Batteries & Renewables
Battery production, solar, wind, and hydrogen classified as strategic — eligible for fast-track permitting and subsidy preference.
Aluminium & Plastics
Aluminium (25%) and plastics for construction (30%) face minimum European content requirements in public procurement.
Nuclear & Hydrogen
Nuclear and green hydrogen designated as key decarbonisation sectors with dedicated support and procurement preference.
Cement & Materials
Mandatory low-carbon labelling for cement, with steel labelling already in effect. Extends to other industrial materials.
Who Needs to Pay Attention
Procurement Officers
New compliance requirements for sourcing decisions in public contracts above threshold values.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
European content thresholds determine eligibility for public contracts and subsidy programmes.
Ecommerce & Retail
"Made in Europe" labelling creates new product data requirements and trust signals for consumers.
Non-EU Exporters
Supply chains into Europe face new origin requirements. UK and Turkey are explicitly excluded.
Don't get caught off guard
The law is being published February 26. Get a weekly digest of what it means for your business as it moves through EU Parliament.
What Is European Preference? →
Plain-language explainer of the Industrial Accelerator Act and what it actually requires.
Procurement Impact →
Specific thresholds, compliance checklist, and what changes for public procurement officers.
Norway & the EEA →
How EEA membership puts Norway inside the "Made in Europe" definition. What it means for Norwegian businesses.