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EU Inc. Corporate Legal Form Overview by PKF Germany

This document provides an overview of the EU Inc. corporate legal form as presented by PKF Germany.

CoESS calls for exclusion of Private Security Services from EU Inc. Regulation - Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe

The Confederation of European Security Services (CoESS) has published a new position paper raising concerns about the European Commission’s proposal for an EU Inc. Regulation. While the proposal aims to simplify cross-border company operations in the EU, CoESS warns that it could unintentionally weaken national security frameworks and create loopholes in the regulation of private […]

German Notaries Warn About Potential Risks of EU Inc. Company Form

The German Federal Chamber of Notaries warns that the proposed EU Inc. company form lacks sufficient protection against abuse, money laundering, and sanctions violations. The organization expressed concerns regarding the planned registration process.

Notaries Warn Against EU Inc Due to Lack of Abuse Protection

Notaries are warning against the proposed EU Inc. legal form, stating that it does not provide sufficient protection against abuse.

From 27 frameworks to one voluntary option: key recommendations for “EU Inc.”

Read Orgalim’s position on the 28th corporate legal regime (“EU Inc.”).

The EU Inc. Corporate Form and Its Impact on Workers

Brussels is creating the EU Inc. corporate form as an alternative to national regulations. MEP Özlem Demirel analyzes this development, describing it as an ultraliberal and antisocial shift.

Confapi representatives attend two Senate hearings on European industrial policies

Confapi Director of Legislative and Institutional Affairs Stefania Multari testified before two Italian Senate commissions regarding the Industrial Accelerator Act and the 28th Regime. The organization expressed support for the European Commission initiatives.

UGS Nezavisnost calls for withdrawal of EU Commission 28th regime proposal

The legal service of the Council of the European Union confirmed that the EU Inc. proposal uses an incorrect legal basis in the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU. This has led to claims that the proposal is legally unfounded.

Levelling the Playing Field - Better Business

The “28th regime” proposal signals a major shift toward a truly "one market" future by 2028 In March, the European Commission’s newly unveiled "EU Inc." proposal introduces a revolutionary "28th regime." This is an optional, unified legal framework that allows a company to register once and operate seamlessly across the entire Single Market. For years, […]

EU Connect Snippet: The EU Inc. and the push for a twenty-eighth regime

Europe still struggles to help innovative companies scale, as fragmented rules create complexity, cost and uncertainty when speed matters most.

Accountancy Europe Feedback on the Proposed EU Inc. Corporate Framework

Accountancy Europe has published its consultation response and practical recommendations regarding the proposed 28th regime corporate legal framework known as EU Inc.

EuropaBio’s startups and SME feedback on the EU Inc. proposal - Europabio

ESBG response to the EBA-ESMA consultation on the revised ESMA/EBA Draft Joint Guidelines on Suitability Assessments

On 23 May 2026, the European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG) submitted its response to the European Commission's Have Your Say consultation on the recently published proposal for an EU Inc. framework.

ESBG welcomes EU Inc proposal as 28th company law regime

European Savings and Banks Group responds positively to the European Commission's EU Inc proposal, framing it as a 28th company law regime that could benefit the banking sector.

Irish Presidency faces legal basis obstacle for 28th company law regime

Agence Europe reports that the legal basis of the 28th company law regime will be a major obstacle for the Irish Presidency of the EU Council to overcome.

EU INC. represents the first attempt to implement the 28th regime

EU INC. is the first attempt to translate the 28th regime into an operational legal framework.

A 28th legal regime to help European startups grow

The one market, one law project aims to remove legal and financial barriers to startup growth by creating a single European framework that operates alongside the 27 existing national legislations.

European Champions Alliance at VivaTech 2026

European Champions Alliance showcases its work at VivaTech 2026 on sovereignty, cooperation and Europe's future champions, related to the European Tech Champions Initiative.

FINTECH.TV: EU single incorporation framework and the 28th regime

FINTECH.TV interview discusses the EU's single incorporation framework and the 28th regime as a level playing field for starting companies, comparing Germany's €25,000 requirement with the UK's faster process.

ACAMS Germany: European Business Wallet event on KYC transformation

ACAMS Germany Chapter hosts an event on the European Business Wallet under eIDAS 2.0, discussing KYC transformation and the role of the European Business Wallet in corporate banking.

The EU 28th Regime: What Businesses Need to Know About ‘EU Inc."

The EU’s 28th Regime proposes a new optional “EU Inc.” corporate framework, offering a digital, harmonised regime to simplify cross-border business.

EU Inc. — Will The Proposed New EU-Wide Company Form Keep Startups In Europe?

Despite hosting over 40,000 VC-backed tech startups and creating more of them than any other region globally, the EU had only 331 unicorns, as compared to 1,963 in the US as of 2025. The numbers highlight a structural challenge: European companies have been struggling to scale up and compete globally for some time, and a growing number of European high-growth startups are relocating their headquarters outside the EU, primarily to the US.

The EU Inc.: the digital “28th Regime”

Prompted by the European competitiveness agenda of Letta/Draghi, the EU Commission presented a proposal on 18 March 2026 for a Regulation on an optional uniform legal form in EU company law designated as “EU Inc.” (COM (2026) 321). This corporate legal form is intended to exist alongside the respective national legal forms (hence the “28th Regime”) and – according to the plan – is to be adopted within the next twelve months following the necessary consultations with the European Council and the European Parliament, becoming applicable from 2028.

Startup Genome Report 2026 mentions 48-hour digital incorporation

Startup Genome's Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2026 references the EU's 48-hour fully digitalized incorporation target with no minimum share capital, aligning with the EU Inc proposal.

Competitiveness and Simplification: The Challenge of the 28th European Regime

Silvia Pugi, deputy secretary general of CEC European Managers, discusses the new 28th regime, now known as EU Inc.

Showdown in the Battle over the EU Inc.

Rarely has a company-law initiative from Brussels mobilised such opposing camps. On 18 March 2026, the European Commission under President Ursula von der

Debate intensifies over European Union corporate law proposal

A corporate law initiative from Brussels has mobilized diverse groups. The European Commission set a date of March 18, 2026, for the project.

EIB and Banco Sabadell unlock €1B for Spanish SMEs via ETCI framework

EIB Group and Banco Sabadell unlock €1 billion for smaller businesses in Spain, operating under the European Tech Champions Initiative (ETCI) launched by the EIF and six Member States.

Europe is the most difficult place to invest

Iwona Biernat explains how EU Inc. is attempting to rewrite the rules for European startups.

EIB advises Resonac Graphite Spain under ETCI framework

EIB will provide advice to Resonac Graphite Spain for its synthetic graphite production project, under the European Tech Champions Initiative (ETCI) fund of funds.

ETUC calls for withdrawal of draft regulation on the 28th regime

Agence Europe reports that the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) has called on the European Commission to withdraw its draft regulation on the 28th regime.

GMF: AI and the 28th regime as part of Europe's innovation strategy

German Marshall Fund discusses the 28th regime proposal in the context of Europe's AI strategy and Savings and Investment Union, noting Europe's room to lead in innovation.

GDV's Jour-Schröder discusses 28th regime and EU-wide corporate framework

German Development Institute's Jour-Schröder discusses harmonizing insolvency law and responds positively to the 28th regime concept for an optional EU-wide legal framework for companies.

European Committees Approve Proposal to Register Businesses Within 48 Hours

The Budget and Economic committees have approved a proposal to allow new businesses to be registered online within 48 hours. The plan includes a maximum setup cost of 100 euros, no minimum capital requirement, and limited liability.

Council legal experts urge fundamental rework of EU Inc | Euractiv

Legal experts offered two potential paths for the proposal

EU Inc. could fix one of Europe’s biggest startup headaches, but only if done right | EU-Startups

Europe has a startup international expansion problem it can no longer afford to treat as technical or marginal. Too many promising companies still face

THE HACK: EU Inc on legal rocks | Euractiv

In today's edition: MEPs’ rocket plan, Nvidia, UK porn fine

IBA Malta: EU Inc regime could change how EU startups raise capital

International Bar Association Malta chapter analyzes the proposed EU Inc regime, noting it goes beyond national corporate law developments to remove structural barriers to scale across the EU Single Market.

France adds €13bn to Tibi tech-funding model, EU's ETCI as counterpart

France expands its Tibi tech-funding model with €13 billion, while the EU's answer is the European Tech Champions Initiative run by the EIB.

European Union – Council Backs European Business Wallet to Streamline Cross Border Compliance

KPMG flash alert on the Council backing the European Business Wallet proposal, creating a dedicated digital business wallet for companies and economic operators across the EU to streamline cross-border compliance.

FII Institute: 28th regime enables 48-hour EU-wide incorporation

FII Institute analysis describes the 28th regime as a European Commission proposal allowing founders to incorporate once and operate across 27 member states, with 48-hour registration.

The Riigikogu supports simplification of setting up of companies in the European Union - Riigikogu

At its today’s sitting, the European Union Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) approved Estonia’s positions on the proposal aiming to simplify setting up companies in the European Union and reduce the administrative burden and costs relating to cross-border procedures.

EIT Urban Mobility: 28th regime regulation opportunities for mobility startups

EIT Urban Mobility analyzes how the EU's 28th regime regulation could provide a single harmonised set of corporate rules for companies, particularly benefiting mobility startups.

Eurochambres issues recommendations on 28th regime proposal

Eurochambres (European Chamber of Commerce) issues recommendations on the European Commission's proposal for the 28th regime for companies.

EU Inc co-lead Iwona Anna Biernat on her career path

Iwona Anna Biernat discusses her background in post-Soviet farming, her move to London, and the future of European technology.

Eurochambres recommendations on 28th regime mentioned alongside ESMA

Agence Europe bulletin notes Eurochambres' recommendations on the 28th regime proposal for companies, mentioned alongside ESMA Chair's statement.

BMW boss urges EU-wide company registration reform

Chamber of Progress reports on EU Member States' concerns about creating an EU-wide company registration framework, with BMW's boss calling for improvement of the current system.

Eurochambres position on the Proposal for a 28th Regime in Europe EU Inc. - Eurochambres

Eurochambres overall welcomes the proposal on an EU Inc. as an opportunity to modernise European company law and boost its global competitiveness

German Founders and Executives Call for Urgent Economic Reforms

More than 100 founders and executives have issued an urgent appeal for reforms ahead of the federal government's planned policy package presentation.

Founders and managers issue urgent appeal for economic reforms

Ahead of the federal government's planned reform package, over 100 founders and managers are calling for a renewal of Germany as a business location. The appeal was issued by the Startup-Verband.

European Union Plans New EU Inc. Corporate Structure for Startups

The European Union is developing a new EU Inc. corporate structure to simplify cross-border operations for startups and improve competitiveness. The Finnish Startup Community supports the initiative but emphasizes that potential risks must be addressed through common EU-level solutions. They also stress that the process of establishing a company must be fast, digital, and cost-effective.

Europe must make it easier for growth companies to operate across borders – Finnish Startup Community

The European Union is preparing a new company form, EU Inc., designed to make it easier for startups and growth companies to expand across borders and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness. While the Finnish Startup Community welcomes the initiative, it stresses that potential risks should be addressed through common EU-level solutions rather than national exceptions. At the same time, company formation must remain fast, digital, and cost-effective to truly support business growth across the Single Market.

EU Inc. — Will the Proposed New EU-Wide Company Form Keep Startups in Europe? - Hannes Snellman

The EU Inc. proposal introduces a new company form to make it simpler and cheaper to build and scale a company across the EU’s single market.

Assoprofessioni Requests Inclusion of Professionals in 28th Regime

The Italian Senate received a request to extend European simplifications to professionals. This move aims to ensure competitiveness and full integration into the single market.

European Union Faces Concerns Over Proposed 28th Labor Regime

The European Union elected a parliament dominated by ultra-conservative parties in 2024. Officials are proposing a 28th labor regime to increase market competitiveness, though critics argue this could negatively impact existing labor rights.

EU Inc. Represents a Significant Step for European Business Creation

EU Inc. marks a major step toward simplifying business creation in Europe. Its success will depend on the ability of the EU to harmonize employment, investment, and implementation.

EU Inc. Proposed as Optional Legal Framework for European Startups

The EU Inc. proposal introduces an optional European legal status designed to simplify the establishment and cross border growth of innovative startups and SMEs. The initiative presents both potential opportunities and risks for participating companies.

EU Plans New Corporate Structure Known as EU Inc.

The Hans Bockler Foundation warns that a proposed EU corporate structure could undermine worker participation and industrial democracy. Legal experts are concerned that the new framework may be misused by business owners.

European Business Law Code: The 28th Regime Explained in Four Questions

The 28th regime for European business law aims to simplify regulations for companies operating across multiple EU member states.

EU INC. Project Criticized as Attack on Workers

Critics argue that the EU INC. project represents an ultraliberal agenda from Brussels. The project is being framed as a direct challenge to the interests of workers.

EU Inc. and 28th Regime Proposals Raise Concerns for Labor Rights

The CGIL union has highlighted potential risks to labor rights, worker participation, and social protections within the single market regarding EU Inc. and the 28th regime proposals.

European Business Wallet: Council seeks to expand country-level discretion • Table.Briefings

In its general approach, the Council is setting limits on the European Business Wallet. It is weakening its legal effect, expanding country-level discretion and tightening oversight. A much more ambitious position is emerging in the Parliament.

EU Council adopts general approach on European Business Wallet, with national flexibilities | AGENCE EUROPE

National supervisory authorities will also see their role strengthened in the event of “systemic non-compliance” by providers of European Business Wallets. They will also have a longer period in which to examine authorisation applications, namely 60 days, compared with 30 in the initial proposal.

European business wallets: Council adopts negotiating position - Consilium

Today, the Council adopted its position on the proposal to establish European business wallets, a digital tool designed to simplify and secure business interactions across the EU, both between companies and with public administrations.

'EU Inc.' Proposal Offers Startups Flexibility But With Limits

By Mathieu de Korvin June 10, 2026, 3:28 PM BST On March 18, The European Commission proposed the creation of a new European legal framework, referred to as the 28th regime, which is intended to establish a single corporate framework across...

Corporate Templates in the EU Inc Proposal: Their

New EU Inc. Legal Form Raises Concerns About Labor Rights

The proposed EU Inc. legal form allows European companies to choose a legal headquarters in a country different from where they maintain operations and employees.

La nuova EU Inc. tra digitalizzazione e armonizzazione del diritto societario europeo  - MediaLaws

1. La necessità di un quadro armonizzato di diritto societario europeo   Il 18 marzo 2026, la Commissione Europea ha pubblicato la COM (2026) 321 final, relativa al quadro di diritto societario riguardante il 28º regime – “Eu Inc.” [1].   L’attesissima proposta di regolamento, volta all’introduzione di una nuova forma giuridica societaria nell’ordinamento nazionale di tutti gli Stati membri, prevede l’armonizzazione di certi aspetti del ciclo di vita tipici di una società, quali la costituzione, la gestioneRead More

Hans-Böckler-Stiftung warns against social dumping via EU Inc.

The trade union-affiliated Hans-Böckler-Stiftung is criticizing the EU Inc. legal form proposed by the European Commission. This initiative aims to help start-ups and scale-ups expand across borders within Europe.

Adigital and EsTech Present S9+ Priorities to European Government Representatives

Adigital and EsTech joined European counterparts at an S9+ meeting to discuss priorities for strengthening digital competitiveness. The S9+ coalition represents major startup and scaleup organizations across European countries.

European Insolvency Reform 2026 and Commercial Credit

The 2026 European insolvency reform introduces the 28th EU Inc. regime and Directive 2026/799. This update outlines the changes for Italian small and medium enterprises that sell on credit.

EU Inc: simplification, but at what cost for investor protection?

EU Inc. could remove cross-border friction, but without clear safeguards at IPO it risks embedding weaker governance structures into public markets and undermining investor protection.

Jurist Daniel Hay Criticizes Proposed EU Inc. Structure

The European Commission plans to ease growth for start-ups with relaxed rules. However, lawyer Daniel Hay warns that corporations could misuse the proposed EU Inc. to undermine employee rights.

EU Inc tracker: status, position, and implementation by country

Country-by-country tracker of EU Inc, the proposed 28th regime corporate framework. Status, readiness, signals, and primary sources for all 27 EU member states.

New EU Legal Form Aims to Simplify Startup Formation

A new EU legal form promises to allow company formation within 48 hours. This initiative could fundamentally change the startup landscape in Europe.

EU Council advances business wallet framework for corporate digital identity | Biometric Update

EBWs could create a market for rapid online authentication and risk intelligence checks to replace manual checks under the EU’s proposed new regulation.

From the Italian network contract to a European network contract

The Italian network contract model is being proposed as a European network contract within the 28th regime. This tool aims to help SMEs and micro-SMEs grow, innovate, and compete across the European Union.

Overview of the 28th European Regime Initiative for Businesses

The initiative proposes a unified regulatory framework to simplify the creation and expansion of companies across the European Union.

Parlamentul European susține simplificarea fiscală pentru companii și reformarea taxării serviciilor financiare

Comisia pentru Afaceri Economice și Monetare a Parlamentului European a adoptat două rapoarte privind fiscalitatea la nivelul Uniunii Europene, unul referitor la inițiativa „EU.inc” – viitorul regim european unic pentru companii – și altul privind

Delaware SB 21: Lessons for the EU Inc

The EU Inc.: A Half-Naked 28th Regime

The insolvency framework of the EU Inc: 27 x 27 = 729

The European Union 28th Regime Proposal for Businesses

The EU 28th Regime or EU Inc. could boost the European Single Market. It aims to help innovative companies start, scale, and invest faster.

Commercial Law Review Issue 5/2026

The article examines the process of creating a legal framework for the 28th company law regime, known as EU Inc.

European Commission Faces Criticism Over Proposed EU Inc Project

The EU Inc project, supported by the European Commission and inspired by North American ultraliberal models, is being presented as an example of a specific political agenda.

EU-Inc: Opportunities for European Competitiveness or Risks to the Social Model

Europe is exploring new ways to regain competitiveness, attract investments, and support the growth of innovative companies.

European Parliament Proposes Simplified Tax Rules for Companies

Members of the European Parliament suggest that the future EU.inc regime should include a consolidated tax base, standardized tax declarations, and simplified VAT procedures. They aim to clarify withholding tax rules while ensuring the framework does not facilitate tax avoidance.

European Commission Increases Control Over National Laws for Single Market

The European Commission is using various tools to enforce common rules and limit national differences. National parliaments are losing influence due to increased harmonization and the use of regulations.

European Commission Plan to Replace Portions of National Law

The European Commission is preparing a legal shift that could lead to the gradual replacement of certain national laws.

Can EU Inc. Make European Corporate Law “Good Enough”?

The European Commission’s proposed EU Inc. (COM(2026) 321 final) seeks to create a new, optional corporate form that can operate across the European Union as a 28th regime alongside national compan…

Can EU Inc. Make European Corporate Law “Good Enough”?

The European Commission’s proposed EU Inc. (COM(2026) 321 final) seeks to create a new, optional corporate form that can operate across the European Union as a 28th regime alongside national compan…

European Commission Proposes New EU Inc Corporate Regime

On March 18, 2026, the European Commission introduced a proposal for the EU Inc corporate regime. This optional legal structure is intended for startups and scale-ups but remains open to all companies. The proposal is in its early stages and is expected to conclude by the end of 2026.

European Parliament approves initiative to simplify business across the single market

The European Union is set to streamline business operations by replacing 27 different national systems with a single initiative. This change aims to reduce costs for companies expanding their operations across borders.

New EU Corporate Law Proposal Raises Concerns Over Danish Labor Rights

The Danish Trade Union Confederation and MEP Marianne Vind fear that a proposed EU corporate law could undermine the Danish model and national labor rights. The proposal aims to standardize competitive conditions for companies across the European Union.

Vakbond vreest afbraak werknemersrechten door Europese plannen

Pointer, KRO NCRV , 4 juni 2026 – Vakbond FNV is zeer kritisch op de plannen waarbij ondernemers in de EU binnen 48 uur een nieuw bedrijf kunnen oprichten. Met dit plan, EU Inc., wil Europa het makkelijker maken om met alle EU-landen zaken te doen, maar de vakbond vreest oneerlijke concurrentie en een walhalla […]

EU Inc: Between Constitutional Constraints and Political

Meeting of the Committee on Civil Affairs

The Committee on Civil Affairs will meet on June 4, 2026, at 09:30 to discuss municipal land survey systems, the Swedish National Audit Office report on housing transactions, and the EU Inc. corporate regulation proposal. The meeting will take place in room RÖ7-41.

Startups, capital, and bureaucracy: the challenges of the EU Inc. proposal

The EU Inc. proposal aims to simplify operations for European startups. It addresses the timelines, costs, benefits, and unresolved issues of the 28th regime.

The EU Inc. legal framework for startups faces criticism

The proposed EU Inc. legal form for startups is being criticized for failing to meet basic requirements. Critics argue that the framework is neither unified nor suitable for the needs of startup companies.

EU Inc. and the Myth of the Perfect Legal Basis

Europe Forum 2026 Discusses the 28th Regime for European Businesses

During the 16th Europe Forum, experts and business leaders discussed the 28th European regime, also known as EU Inc. This initiative aims to simplify business expansion across the European single market.

EU ‘28th Regime’ Explained: A New Framework for Company Incorporation in Europe

On the 18 March 2026, the European Commission announced a new and harmonised corporate legal regime, ‘EU Inc.’ touted as the ‘28th regime’

EU Inc. - Making the 28th regime attractive for European VC-backed Startups

Europe’s 28th regime will not attract high-growth startups unless it offers legal certainty for the contracts investors and founders actually use

Can EU Inc Make European Corporate Law 'Good Enough'?

EU Inc 2026: Was der neue EU-Rechtsrahmen Gründer:innen schon jetzt bringt

EU Inc 2026 im Überblick: Was der neue EU-Rechtsrahmen Startups verspricht, was national bleibt und was Gründer:innen schon jetzt vorbereiten sollten.

CENTR - EU Policy Update – March 2026

In a nutshell: The European Commission published the 28th regime proposal and opened feedback for the Cyber Resilience Act guidance. The European Council adopted conclusions on competitiveness and ... Continue reading...

Sovereignty & Regulation

Dive into EU tech sovereignty: Mario Draghi’s federalism push, France’s controversial Microsoft deal, the EU-Inc framework, and shifts in US AI regulation.

European Trade Union Confederation Demands Labor Protections in 28th Regime Proposal

The European Trade Union Confederation warns that the proposed EU Inc. model, also known as the 28th regime, creates risks for social dumping and the circumvention of collective bargaining agreements.

[Blog]The Shock of ‘No Minimum Capital’ — Rethinking EU Inc. and Japan’s Business Manager System -<br>|Nishiyama Immigration Service

According to the Fragomen article, the European Commission announced in March 2026 a new corporate framework known as “EU Inc.” or the “28th Regime.”

EU Competitiveness Council Discusses Industrial Policy and 28th Regime

The EU Competitiveness Council is debating industrial policy and support for a 28th regime. This information is from the Tagesspiegel Briefing on Finance and Sustainability.

Startups and investors welcome the creation of EU Inc

The risks of the EU Inc initiative include the possibility that each market adopts the regulation in its own way or that friction arises with other legislation related to artificial intelligence.

EU Launches Platform to Create Startups in Under 48 Hours

Ursula von der Leyen introduced EU Inc at Davos, a digital registry that allows for the creation of a European company in less than 48 hours for under 100 euros.

Startups and investors welcome the creation of EU Inc

The risks of the EU Inc initiative include the possibility that each market adopts the regulation in its own way or that frictions arise with other legislation related to artificial intelligence.

Startups and investors welcome the creation of EU Inc

The risks of the EU Inc initiative include the possibility that each market adopts the regulation in its own way or that friction arises with other related AI laws.

EU Negotiates 28th Regime Legal Framework for Companies

The European Union is negotiating a 28th regime, which is a supranational legal framework for companies. Even Croatian trade unions have expressed opposition to the proposal.

EU Inc. And Immigration: Why Europe’s New Corporate Framework Could Reshape Talent Mobility

, EU Inc. And Immigration: Why Europe’s New Corporate Framework Could Reshape Talent Mobility, Citizenship and Immigration news and Welcome to the Passports Forum

EU INC Project Criticized for Potential Social Deregulation

The European Commission project to promote start-ups in the name of competitiveness is being criticized for encouraging social deregulation. Opponents argue that the initiative prioritizes capital interests over social standards.

European Parliament Pushes for New EU Inc Startup Framework

The new EU Inc framework will allow entrepreneurs to register startups online within 48 hours for 100 euros. The European Parliament aims to approve the measure before the end of 2026.

EU Inc dream meets Council reality | Euractiv

Countries like the idea but find parts of the execution lacking

Dutch Cabinet Says EU Inc. Proposal Requires Stronger Fraud Safeguards

The cabinet acknowledges the concerns raised by the Royal Notarial Professional Organization regarding the EU Inc. proposal.

EU Competitiveness Council Discusses Industrial Base and 28th Regime

The Competitiveness Council met in Brussels on May 28 and 29, 2026, to discuss the EU internal market, industry, and space policy. Ministers focused on strengthening the EU industrial base and establishing a 28th regime, which is a unified legal framework for company operations known as EU Inc.

Proposed regulation on EU Inc. (28th regime) - a BusinessEurope position paper

Introduction BusinessEurope welcomes the EU Inc. proposal (28th regime on company law) as an optional instrument to facilitate entrepreneurs and companies to incorporate, scale up, and operate across all Member States and EEA countries, and help attract investment by offering a reliable and simple EU corporate framework. The approach to prioritise administrative simplicity, flexibility, and digitalisation will help reduce the costs and administrative burden associated with company formation, which is highly positive from a business perspective. The EU Inc. should not be seen in isolation but as one among the other EU initiatives and tools (present and future) that are necessary to make Europe more competitive. It should by no means be seen as a cure to all problems companies face in the Single Market. BusinessEurope elaborated on the necessary measures to improve the business environment, investment, and conditions for all companies in the EU, in its ‘From Ambition to Delivery' paper. While we fully support the proposal, we consider that a few improvements in a few specific respects can shape the EU Inc. into a uniform and attractive European corporate legal framework that genuinely promotes the growth of all companies, including SMEs, export-oriented SMEs, and start-ups in Europe, fosters [&hellip;]

European Commission Proposes New EU Inc. Corporate Form

The European Commission introduced a proposal on March 18, 2026, to create an EU Inc. corporate form. This initiative aims to address the ongoing fragmentation of European corporate law within the single market.

European Trade Union Confederation Opposes EU Inc Proposal

The European Trade Union Confederation opposes the EU Inc proposal launched by the European Commission in March. The organization warns of risks regarding social dumping and reduced worker protections.

New European Corporate Framework Could Benefit Greek Startups

The European Union is developing a unified corporate framework for startups known as EU Inc. This project is considered a key competitiveness initiative, and Greece is expected to be among the countries that benefit the most.

Meeting of the Committee on Civil Affairs

The Committee on Civil Affairs will meet on May 28, 2026, to discuss insolvency procedures, municipal land survey systems, and housing market regulations. The agenda also includes a subsidiarity check for EU regulations and potential initiatives to support small house ownership.

EU-INC Proposal Receives Mixed Reactions from Businesses, Startups, and Unions

The EU-INC proposal is supported by traditional companies, but it has disappointed startups and raised concerns among labor unions.

New European company form must not undermine labor standards

The European Commission proposal for a new company form, EU Inc, contains risks for employee rights and fair competition.

EU Inc. could change the landscape for Greek startups

Greece has developed a dynamic startup scene in sectors including technology, green energy, shipping, and fintech. The proposed EU Inc. corporate framework is considered one of the European Union's most ambitious initiatives.

EU Inc.: From a tool for startups to a parallel legal framework for corporations

The Commission’s plans carry the risk that companies will seek out the most favorable regulatory environment in Europe – for example, by establishing their headquarters in countries with lower labor and social standards. Also, according to Livia Hentschel-Wark and Katrin Vitols from the German Trade Union Confederation, there are risks of abuse due to greatly simplified incorporation procedures.

European Commission plans for EU Inc. raise concerns over regulatory arbitrage

The European Commission's proposal risks allowing companies to select the most favorable legal framework in Europe, potentially leading to lower labor and social standards. Officials from the DGB also warn that simplified registration procedures could increase the risk of corporate abuse.

The EU’s 28th Regime and the Future of Insolvency Law: Why

LPSK urges the Ministry not to support the 28th regime regulation without clear safeguards for workers’ rights - Lietuvos profesinių sąjungų konfederacija

The Lithuanian Trade Union Confederation (LPSK), supporting the position of the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC), has addressed Minister of Economy and Innovation Edvinas Grikšas regarding the European Commission’s proposed so-called “EU Inc.” / 28th regime regulation. The issue is being discussed at the EU Competitiveness Council meeting on 28 May. LPSK emphasises that the

Towards a Unified European Company Law: The 28th Regime Proposal

The proposal for a 28th regime aims to establish a unified framework for European company law.

The EU Inc. is a new European legal entity

The EU Inc. is a new European legal form designed to simplify cross-border business operations. This article covers its characteristics, formation process, and associated criticisms.

European Union Adopts New Directive Harmonizing Bankruptcy Laws

The European Union has adopted a new directive to harmonize bankruptcy laws across member states. In a new episode of Rynek Prawniczy, Tomasz Pietryga discusses the implications for Polish entrepreneurs, creditors, and liquidators with attorney Pawel Kuglarz.

European Commission Proposes New EU Inc. Business Status

The European Commission and business lobbies are proposing a new corporate status called EU Inc. While proponents claim it will improve competitiveness and simplify regulations, critics warn it could lead to social and tax regression.

ETUC Executive Committee Discusses Social Dumping and Energy Crisis

The ETUC Executive Committee addressed key topics including social dumping, the energy crisis, and the 28th regime.

Podcast Series Episode 18: EU Inc., A New Corporate Type In The Neighborhood

In this episode Partner Evi Kitsou and Counsel Efstathia Kada discuss the ambitious idea of a new pan-European corporate type, the EU Inc. They explore the nature, key features and practicality, as well as the probable implementation issues of this new company form, that aims to unlock the true potential of the Single Market.

The EU Inc—Half European, Fully Digital, and Genuinely

28th Regiment: CNB supports European initiative while requesting stronger legal guarantees

The CNB supports the European initiative regarding the 28th Regiment while calling for strengthened legal guarantees.

European Union Plans New Corporate Framework to Retain Tech Companies

Many European startups move to the United States when scaling their operations. Brussels is proposing a new framework called EU Inc. to address this, though experts argue the issues of capital and sovereignty remain deep rooted.

EU Inc proposal for innovative companies receives mixed reactions

The final text of the EU Inc proposal, which aims to create a standard corporate framework for European innovative firms, has disappointed startups and venture capital funds while gaining support from industrial groups.

EU Inc.: The New Pan-European Corporate Form Explained

This article explains the new pan-European corporate structure known as EU Inc.

EU Inc. proposes a common business framework for Europe

Economic journalist Belen Carreno analyzes EU Inc., a European Union proposal to reduce internal barriers by allowing companies to register digitally within 48 hours at a low cost. Inspired by the Delaware model, the plan faces significant challenges regarding legal certainty, common taxation, and shared labor rights as it moves to the European Parliament.

Greece and the New 28th European Union Corporate Law Regime

The introduction of a 28th corporate law regime aims to facilitate the development of new entrepreneurship.

Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses proposal to reduce administrative burden on businesses in single market

In its meeting on 22 May, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discussed the Commission’s proposal for the 28th company law regime and Finland’s positions on the revision of the Renewable Energy Directive.

EU Ministerial Committee Discusses Reducing Administrative Burdens for Companies

On May 22, the EU Ministerial Committee reviewed the Commission proposal for the 28th EU company law framework. The committee also discussed Finland's preliminary positions on updating the Renewable Energy Directive.

Read More About This EU Inc Could Reshape Ireland’s Startup Edge

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Greek Prime Minister Rejects Tolls on Oil Shipments Through Hormuz

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis categorically rejected a proposal to impose a one dollar per barrel fee on oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. He responded with a firm no when asked about the potential levy by a Financial Times journalist.

Taxing the 28th regime: From a uniform tax base to investor passports - The Currency

The EU is moving ahead with the so-called 28th regime, also known as EU Inc, a bloc-wide company registration aimed at stripping back red tape and freeing up investor capital. Spearheaded by Michael McGrath, the justice commissioner, the initiative promises to usher in a new era for European tech companies and innovators but under the... View Article

EU Inc: A great Concept that requires Great Execution

Europe does not need another abstract policy discussion. It needs practical tools that make company building easier. EU Inc has the potential to be one of those tools.

EU Inc.: A Single Corporate Form for the European Union

The ambition is undeniable. It remains to be seen if the final regulations will meet expectations.

EU Inc: Commission proposes single company structure for all 27 member states

The ambition is undeniable, but will the final rules live up to it?

28th Regime (EU Inc.): A Single Market Tool or a Licence to Bypass Workers’ Rights? - ETF: European Transport Workers&#039; Federation

The European Commission’s proposal for a 28th regime, also referred to as EU Inc., is being presented as a major step towards simplifying cross-border business in Europe. By offering companies a single EU-wide legal framework as an alternative to national systems, the initiative aims to reduce administrative burdens and stimulate economic activity. However, from the perspective of ETF, this narrative overlooks the very real risks for workers in highly mobile and cross-border sectors such as transport, where enforcement of labour standards is already a major challenge.

Build It and They Will Come? Why EU Inc Needs a Pilot

New 28th Regime for Founders and Global Business in the EU: Main Points - Legarithm

The 28th regime — formally called EU Inc. — is the European Union&#039;s answer to a bunch of problems. It introduces a new optional EU-wide corporate framework,

Fight for workers&#039; rights "more relevant than ever" says Ó Ríordáin

Labour MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has pushed back against European Commission plans to create an “EU Inc," saying that the "fight for workers&#039; rights is more relevant than ever"

Fight for workers

Labour MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has pushed back against European Commission plans to create an “EU Inc," saying that the "fight for workers

Will the New European Digital Company Proposal Succeed

The European Commission has proposed a regulation to introduce the EU Inc, marking a new attempt to harmonize digital company structures.

THE HACK: What EU Inc means for workers | Euractiv

In today&#039;s edition: police facial recognition, DMA interoperability, EQT to helm Scaleup Fund

Article 114 TFEU: The wrong choice for the 28th regime

The Commission’s proposed ‘EU Inc.’ (aka ‘28th regime’) is the talk of the town. Previous EU company forms rested on Article 352 TFEU, with its inconvenient unanimity requirement. This time, the Commission proposed to use Article 114 TFEU instead. Convenient, yes. Convincing, no.

The key questions that will decide what EU Inc. means for workers | Euractiv

All hangs on which country’s rules will apply to employees

“Europe’s ­challenge is not a lack of­ innovation, but the need to ­mobilise ­capital”

EU Inc., the Scaleup Europe Fund, and the AI Act are measures by the European Commission to strengthen the competitiveness of the European start-up ecosystem. In this interview, Maciej Berestecki discusses the EU’s plans and the opportunities for European start-ups.

the28thregime.eu: Session 4, JURI hearing, and LawFin workshop recap

the28thregime.eu reports that the Council Working Party on Company Law held Session 4 on 6 and 7 May 2026, the JURI Committee heard Commissioner McGrath on 4 and 5 May, and the 7th LawFin Workshop convened on 7 May to discuss venture-capital contracting, insolvency design, and political adoption of the proposal.

EU Inc tracker: status, position, and implementation by country

Country-by-country tracker of EU Inc, the proposed 28th regime corporate framework. Status, readiness, signals, and primary sources for all 27 EU member states.

EU Inc.: A Flexible but Incomplete Blueprint for European Startup Finance

European Commission Proposes Simplified Business Regulations for EU Companies

The European Commission has introduced the EU Inc. concept to simplify regulations and unify business rules across the European Union. This initiative aims to make expanding into foreign markets easier by reducing administrative challenges for companies.

Trade unions fear EU-Inc will undermine worker rights

The introduction of the new European legal form, known as EU-Inc, has raised concerns among trade unions. Union leaders fear that this structure could negatively impact existing worker rights.

EU Inc Proposal Aims to Simplify Business Growth in Europe

EU Inc is a new European Commission proposal designed to simplify the creation and growth of innovative businesses across Europe.

ЕУ сака да ги задржи стартапите во Европа: компанија наскоро би можела да се отвори за 48 часа - Бизнис Инфо

Европската Унија ќе ги искористи сите расположливи механизми за да ги задржи младите, перспективни и иновативни компании на територијата на Унијата, беше објавено во петокот на конференцијата „Start-up MeetUp“, организирана од Хрватскиот европски форум 28 и Претставништвото на Европската комисија во Хрватска. Заменик-шефот на Претставништвото на Европската комисија во Хрватска, Андреја Човиќ Видовиќ, изјави дека [&hellip;]

EU Proposes New 28th European Regime for Businesses

The European Union has introduced a proposal for a new 28th regime designed for businesses operating within the member states.

EU aims to simplify startup registration to 48 hours

The European Union plans to use available mechanisms to keep young and innovative companies within its borders. Officials announced on Friday that they aim to make it possible to open a company within 48 hours in every member state.

European Union Aims to Retain Young and Innovative Companies

The European Union intends to keep young and innovative companies within its borders. This goal was announced on Friday during the Start-up MeetUp conference organized by the Croatian European Forum 28 and the European Commission Representation in Croatia.

The EU Inc Debate: OBLB’s Growing Series on the 28th Regime

A European Company for the Single Market: The EU Inc Proposal

The proposal introduces an optional EU Inc company structure for the European single market.

A more welcoming Europe for startups. The European Commission unveils the 28th regime

MamStartup details the Commission's 28th-regime announcement and how it lands with Polish founders. The piece highlights three core features — pan-EU digital registration, harmonized ESOPs, and standardized investment paperwork — and argues the framework could end the Series-A/B 'Delaware flip' that has drained Polish and other European scale-ups.

The 28th Regime (EU) – Updates, Resources & Newsletter

Independent tracker for the EU

28th Regime Timeline – Legislative Progress Tracker

Live tracker for the EU Inc directive: Commission proposal, Council working-party sessions, Parliament examination, and next milestones. Updated after each event.

EU-Inc: A new pan-European legal form for startups and companies

Slo-Tech community thread tracking the EU Inc / 28th regime initiative from von der Leyen's January 2026 announcement. By March the thread author warns leaked details suggest the proposal is drifting toward 27 national implementations rather than a true 28th regime.

European Commission unveils EU Inc., the new corporate-law framework for startups and scaleups

Startup Online walks through the Commission's published EU Inc. proposal: a digital-first, optional company form allowing setup within 48 hours and minimum-capital relief. The article also reports critical reactions from the original grassroots EU Inc. coalition, which argues the draft relies too much on national registries and courts instead of a fully centralized European framework.

Csongor Biás: We're pushing on open doors at the European Commission on pan-European startup regulation

In an interview, Startup Hungary executive director Csongor Biás argues the single most important reform for European founders is a pan-European legal entity for startups, modeled on Delaware's C Corp. He says the Commission is receptive to the EU Inc. concept but the real political battle will be winning over member states.

What the EU Inc. Proposal Means for Startup Founders

The European Union plans to simplify corporate law for businesses. Two experts analyze what these changes mean for founders.

What the new EU Inc. really means for founders - explained by two lawyers

Business Insider's Gruenderszene unpacks the EU Inc. proposal for founders with two startup lawyers, comparing the proposed Delaware-style vehicle with the German GmbH: 48-hour digital registration, no minimum capital but balance-sheet and solvency tests before dividends, VC-friendly multiple share classes, fully digital notary-less transfers and an EU-wide ESOP regime with tax deferred to sale. The piece criticises remaining national-law carve-outs for tax, labour and co-determination but concludes EU Inc. is a genuine opportunity for Europe if implementation succeeds, with practical availability unlikely before 2028.

Minister Burke launches Irish Single Market task force

Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke secures government approval for a Single Market Taskforce and Single Market Office to coordinate Irish engagement on EU files, including 28th regime negotiations.

EU: Urso meets Commissioner Zaharieva, focus on the 28th regime

Italian Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy Adolfo Urso met EU Commissioner for Startups Ekaterina Zaharieva in Bologna, with talks centered on the reform of the single European corporate framework (EU Inc., the 28th regime) and the Scaleup Europe Fund. The meeting signals direct Italian government engagement with the trilogue-stage file.

European Union Proposes New EU Inc. Legal Form for Startups

The European Union has proposed a new, uniform legal structure known as EU Inc. This proposal is primarily intended to help startups scale their operations across Europe.

EU Inc.: Brüssel liefert den ersten echten Wettbewerber für die GmbH

Die Kommission hat am 18. März 2026 den Verordnungsvorschlag für die „EU Inc." vorgelegt (COM(2026) 321 final) – eine paneuropäische Gesellschaftsform ohne Mindest-kapital, gründbar in 48 Stunden für 100 Euro, vollständig digital.

EU Inc.: Brussels delivers the first real competitor to the GmbH

Top German corporate law firm Noerr (Tibor Fedke and Felix Blobel) calls the EU Inc. proposal the most consequential attempt yet to create a uniform, digitally incorporable capital company for the single market and the first credible competitor to Germany's GmbH. The analysis details the fast-track central EU registration, balance-sheet/solvency-based capital regime, dual-class shares and EU-wide ESOP, while flagging significant risks: German co-determination triggering constitutional concerns, notary-fee incompatibility with the EUR 100 cap, Article 114 competence questions and dilution risk in the looming trilogue.

Maribor hosts a discussion on how to overcome the scaling challenges of innovative companies

Preview of Podim 2026 (11-13 May, Maribor). Confirms the EU-INC initiative is among the bodies shaping Europe's scale-up response and that EU-INC co-creator Robin Wauters will speak alongside the European Innovation Council and the Commission's startup/scaleup task force.

EU Proposes New Corporate Structure and Its Impact on Danish Workers

The EU is working toward harmonizing the internal market. The Danish Trade Union Confederation supports initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, provided that new regulations do not interfere with Danish employment conditions or collective agreements.

the28thregime.eu: Editorial report from the 7th LawFin Workshop

the28thregime.eu publishes an editorial assessment of the 7 May ECGI, Bocconi, and LawFin academic workshop on the EU Inc. proposal, identifying four problem areas: market fragmentation in scale-up financing, gaps in venture-capital contracting, insufficient insolvency-restructuring pathways, and uncertain political coalition-building.

EU Inc.: a unified corporate framework

Whitney Moore corporate partner Brendan Ringrose and associate Erta Kalemi walk through the March 2026 EU Inc regulation, explaining that it will sit alongside Irish Companies Act 2014 entities as an optional pan-EU form aimed at reducing fragmentation for scaling businesses.

The EU Inc.: the European Commission's proposal for a 28th corporate regime

Eubelius partners Alain Francois and Helen Moreels analyse the Commission's 18 March 2026 proposal for the EU Inc. The piece explains the digital-only formation principle, the absence of minimum capital, and how Belgian corporate law would apply as residual rules for an EU Inc. registered in Belgium.

How 'EU Inc' will make life easier for European startups

Computer Sweden (IDG) explains how the proposed EU Inc. 28th regime is intended to simplify operations for European tech startups by enabling a single registration and unified rules across all member states. The piece highlights the challenges of navigating 27 different national systems and complex employee stock-option rules that often push ambitious EU founders toward the United States.