EES Live (02/2026)
February 3rd, 2026
EES EU Live (02/2026) - The Digital Senators' Briefing
Video Live Talk with Dr. Ingo Friedrich, President of the European Economic Senate (EES), on current European topics.
This time on the topic: "CET Europe and Critical Raw Materials – Securing the Foundations of a Competitive Economy."
Europe’s industrial strength depends on secure access to critical raw materials. As the Critical Raw Materials Act moves into implementation, the focus shifts to measures that reinforce supply, support responsible extraction and processing, and build stable partnerships with reliable suppliers. Mining stands at the start of Europe’s value chains, shaping the availability and cost of inputs for industries such as automotive, machinery and electronics.
For business leaders, raw material security has become a strategic factor. Volatility, rising costs and geopolitical tensions influence competitiveness and guide investment and location decisions. The central question is whether Europe can ensure predictable access to critical inputs, maintain fair competitive conditions and avoid constraints that undermine industrial growth.
In this EWS Live we will discuss how Europe can secure the raw materials essential to its industrial competitiveness. The discussion will reflect the mining sector’s assessment of supply stability in a volatile global environment, exposure to price and contractual risks, and the investment conditions required to develop and maintain a reliable upstream base in Europe. Euromines and International Platinum Group Metals Association (IPA) will share industry insights on securing Europe’s critical raw material supply chains and strengthening competitiveness.
Program
- Welcome
Dr Info FRIEDRICH
President European Economic Senate (EES) - Keynotes
Dr Florian Anderhuber
Deputy Director General, Euromines
Aloys d’Harambure
CEO, International Platinum Group Metals Association (IPA) - Discussion
Background information about the speakers
Dr Florian Anderhuber – Deputy Director General, Euromines
Dr Florian Anderhuber has extensive experience in EU energy, climate and industrial policy, gained in both corporate and association roles as well as within the EU institutions. At Euromines he works on strategic files such as the Critical Raw Materials Act, CBAM and the broader industrial policy agenda, bringing a practical perspective on how Europe can secure essential raw materials while remaining competitive in a global market.
Aloys d’Harambure – CEO, International Platinum Group Metals Association (IPA)
Aloys d’Harambure has extensive experience in metals market intelligence and industrial policy, gained in international commodity associations. At the International Platinum Group Metals Association (IPA) he serves as Chief Executive Officer, following senior roles at the International Manganese Institute. He brings a practical perspective on the role of platinum group metals in Europe’s strategic value chains—automotive (including Euro 7), hydrogen and clean tech—and on data-driven tools to support supply security and competitiveness.