State aid

State aid law is a complex and evolving field, particularly in light of recent global events such as the Covid-19 pandemic, the Ukraine crisis, and the Green Deal initiatives.

Advisory services for businesses and public authorities

We advise both public authorities and private and state-owned companies on all aspects of the state aid rules within the EU and other countries with similar legal regimes to control subsidies.

We assist businesses in maximizing their benefits from state aid while ensuring compliance with regulations. Similarly, we advise public authorities on public investments, divestments, individual aid decisions, and the establishment of state aid schemes.

Our team represents clients' interests in all state aid proceedings at the EU Commission, national authorities, and EU and national Courts.

Lawyers from our team have market-leading sector-specific expertise in state aid matters across various industries:

• agriculture,
• automotive,
• aviation,
• banking,
• energy,
• healthcare,
• TMC, and
• transport. 

We are actively involved in financial support granted directly by the EU and its institutions, representing our clients' interests in negotiations and proceedings with the European Commission and the EU courts.

We support private businesses in developing state aid strategies, especially in the context of the Green Deal and other initiatives aimed at enhancing economic resilience.

We are familiar with the specific requirements of Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI) and provide tailored guidance to clients involved in such projects.