European employers call for an evidence-based and practical approach to a complex issue

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Guidelines must address trickle-down effect

As the European Commission prepares new rules on products, standardisation and market surveillance, SMEs are calling for a stronger voice in the system that shapes these rules. This was the clear mess...

"The Think Small First principle must guide the design and implementation of social and labour market policies. SMEs are at the heart of our economies and communities, and they must be empowered to cr...

“Brexit happened ten years ago and, while we continue to learn lessons, we must also look at the future. In the current geopolitical context, it is important for the EU and the UK to rely on strong al...

“SMEunited welcomes the updated EU Recommendation on Business Transfer. Many European entrepreneurs are close to retirement age and do not know how to best prepare to transfer their businesses to new ...

"The “Freedom to Stay” will be  a reality if Europe's local businesses can operate in the appropriate conditions to thrive. SMEs create vibrant communities and give people a choice to build their futu...

“Climate adaptation must be shaped with SMEs. Through SMEadapt, SME employer organisations will develop capacity to bring the realities of small businesses into social dialogue and policy discussions ...

“Digitalisation is not a single event or a box to check, it is a process. Europe's SMEs are at very different stages, some leading the digital transformation while others are still building their digi...

The digitalisation of SMEs is a key driver of Europe’s economic resilience, competitiveness and social cohesion. By leveraging digital technologies, SMEs can enhance operational efficiency, boost prod...

"AI has the potential to support productivity, competitiveness and quality jobs in SMEs. Practical support to understand the opportunities, develop the necessary skills and implement AI solutions effe...

Brussels, 04/06/2026 – “Europe’s competitiveness, resilience, and strategic autonomy depend on a strong SME base. SMEs ask for tailored policies that enable them to invest, innovate, and grow”, stress...

SMEunited is the association of Crafts and SMEs in Europe with around 70 member organisations from over 30 European countries. SMEunited represents national cross-sectoral Craft and SME federations, E...

The European Competitiveness Fund is set to become the EU’s principal investment vehicle to boost Europe’s innovation, resilience, and global competitiveness for the years ahead. Yet as negotiations p...

Last week, the Council, European Parliament and European Commission adopted the joint One Europe, One Market Roadmap. SMEunited acknowledges the commitment of EU policy makers and encourages them to a...