AEL represents the EU logistics value chain. With our unique membership of companies, including logistics providers, users and suppliers, AEL’s mission is to:
MISSION & VISION
POLICY OBJECTIVES
1.
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTS
Promote policies that recognise the need for flexibility and efficiency across all modes of transport and incentivise transport infrastructure development.
2.
INTERNAL
MARKET
Prioritise the completion of the EU internal market for all logistics services, reinforcing a level playing field in Europe.
3.
CUT
RED TAPE
Cut excessive red tape and ensure proper enforcement of legislation.
4.
REMOVE BOTTLENECKS
Promote the development of logistics infrastructure and removal of bottlenecks.
5. DECARBONISING EUROPE
Work towards an ambitious decarbonisation agenda.
6.
TECHNOLOGY AGENDA
Develop a technology agenda to drive innovation and standards.
7.
CYBER
SECURITY
Highlight the importance of interoperability and standards along with increased (cyber) security for efficient logistics services.
8.
GLOBAL
TRADE
Ensure recognition of the role logistics plays in global trade.
9.
INDUSTRY
EFFICIENCY
Raise awareness of the importance of efficient global logistics value chains supported by global standards.
AWARENESS
Create awareness about the logistics industry and its contribution to Europe’s society and economy.
EU CENTRIC
Make logistics a central part of the EU’s agenda across all policies and sectors.
COLLABORATION
Provide a dialogue platform with policymakers in order to support an integrated approach to the EU political decision-making to drive innovation in logistics.
EU STRATEGY
Promote a long-term EU strategy for logistics around the following areas:
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internal market and trade,
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climate change
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decarbonisation, and innovation and digital.