### 8. importers who consider or have reason to believe , on the basis of the information in their possession , that a product which they have placed on the market is not safe shall immediately inform the manufacturer and ensure that the corrective measures necessary to bring the product into conformity are adopted including withdrawal or recall , as appropriate. in case such measures have not been adopted , the importer shall adopt them. importers shall ensure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , consumers are immediately and effectively alerted of the risk where applicable and that market surveillance authorities of the member states in which they made the product available to that effect be immediately informed , giving details , in particular , of the risk to health and safety of consumers and of any corrective measure already taken. ### 8. importers who consider or have reason to believe , on the basis of the information in their possession , that a product which they have placed on the market is not safe shall immediately inform the manufacturer and ensure that the corrective measures necessary to bring the product into conformity are adopted including withdrawal or recall , as appropriate. in case such measures have not been adopted , the importer shall adopt them without delay. importers shall ensure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , consumers are immediately and effectively alerted of the risk where applicable and that market surveillance authorities of the member states in which they made the product available to that effect be immediately informed , giving details , in particular , of the risk to health and safety of consumers and of any corrective measure already taken.


### 1. before making a product available on the market , distributors shall verify that the manufacturer and the importer have complied with the requirements set out in article 8(6) , (7) and (8) and article 10(3) and (4) , as applicable. ### 1. before making a product available on the market , distributors shall verify that the manufacturer and the importer have complied with the requirements set out in article 8(6) , (7) and article 10(3) and (4) , as applicable.


### 3. distributors who consider or have reason to believe , on the basis of the information in their possession , that a product is not in conformity with the provisions referred to in paragraph 2 , shall not make the product available on the market until it has been brought into conformity. furthermore , where the product is not safe , the distributor shall immediately inform the manufacturer or the importer , as applicable , to that effect and shall make sure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , the market surveillance authorities are informed. ### 3. distributors who consider or have reason to believe , on the basis of the information in their possession , that a product is not in conformity with the provisions referred to in paragraph 2 , shall not make the product available on the market until it has been brought into conformity and shall immediately inform the manufacturer or the importer , as applicable , to that effect and shall make sure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , the market surveillance authorities are informed.


### 5. economic operators shall ensure that the corrective measure undertaken is effective in eliminating or mitigating the risks. market surveillance authorities may request the economic operators to submit regular progress reports and decide whether or when the corrective measure can be considered completed. ### 5. economic operators shall ensure that the corrective measure undertaken is proportionate as well as effective in eliminating or mitigating the risks. market surveillance authorities may request the economic operators to submit regular progress reports and decide whether or when the corrective measure can be considered completed.


### 1. article 4(1) , (2) and (3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall also apply to products covered by this regulation. for the purposes of this regulation , references to “union harmonisation legislation” in article 4(1) , (2) and (3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall be read as “regulation […]”. ### 1. economic operators shall be established in the eu or have a representative person in the eu in order to place a product covered by this regulation on the single market , therefore the article 4(1) , (2) and (3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 applicable to harmonised products shall also apply to products covered by this regulation. for the purposes of this regulation , references to “union harmonisation legislation” in article 4(1) , (2) and (3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall be read as “regulation […]”.


### 2. in addition to the tasks referred to in article 4(3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall periodically carry out sample testing of randomly chosen products made available on the market. when the products made available on the market have been subject to a commission decision adopted under article 26(1) of this regulation , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall carry out , at least once a year , for the entire duration of the decision , representative sample testing of products made available on the market chosen under the control of a judicial officer or any qualified person designated by the member state where the economic operator is situated. ### 2. when the products made available on the market have been subject to a commission decision adopted under article 26(1) of this regulation , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall carry out , at least once a year , for the entire duration of the decision , representative sample testing of products made available on the market chosen under the control of a judicial officer or any qualified person designated by the member state where the economic operator is situated.


### 2. in addition to the tasks referred to in article 4(3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall periodically carry out sample testing of randomly chosen products made available on the market. when the products made available on the market have been subject to a commission decision adopted under article 26(1) of this regulation , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall carry out , at least once a year , for the entire duration of the decision , representative sample testing of products made available on the market chosen under the control of a judicial officer or any qualified person designated by the member state where the economic operator is situated. ### 2. in addition to the tasks referred to in article 4(3) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall periodically carry out sample testing of categories of products listed most frequently on the safety gate made available on the market. when the products made available on the market have been subject to a commission decision adopted under article 26(1) of this regulation , the economic operator referred to in article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 shall carry out , at least once a year , for the entire duration of the decision , representative sample testing of products made available on the market chosen under the control of a judicial officer or any qualified person designated by the member state where the economic operator is situated.


### member states shall put in place procedures for providing economic operators , at their request and free of charge , with information with respect to the implementation of this regulation. ### member states shall put in place procedures for providing economic operators , within a reasonable time frame , at their request and free of charge , with information with respect to the implementation of this regulation that is accessible , easily understood , clear , intelligible and unambiguous.


### 3. the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 41 to supplement this regulation by: ### 3. in cooperation with relevant stakeholders , the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 41 six months after the entry into force of this regulation at the latest to supplement this regulation by:


### the modalities to display and to access data , including placement of a data carrier on the product , its packaging or accompanying documents as referred to in paragraph 2. ### deleted


### information to identify the product , including its type and , when available , batch or serial number and any other product identifier; ### information to identify the product , including its type and any other product identifier;


### 1. the manufacturer shall ensure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , an accident caused by a product placed or made available on the market is notified , within two working days from the moment it knows about the accident , to the competent authorities of the member state where the accident has occurred. the notification shall include the type and identification number of the product as well as the circumstances of the accident , if known. the manufacturer shall notify , upon request , to the competent authorities any other relevant information. ### 1. the manufacturer shall ensure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , an accident resulting in severe injuries or serious danger to life which was caused by a defect of the product placed or made available on the market is notified , without undue delay from the moment it knows about the facts of the accident , to the competent authorities of the member state where the accident has occurred the notification shall include the type and identification number of the product as well as the circumstances of the accident , if known. the manufacturer shall notify , upon request , to the competent authorities any other relevant information.


### 1. the manufacturer shall ensure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , an accident caused by a product placed or made available on the market is notified , within two working days from the moment it knows about the accident , to the competent authorities of the member state where the accident has occurred. the notification shall include the type and identification number of the product as well as the circumstances of the accident , if known. the manufacturer shall notify , upon request , to the competent authorities any other relevant information. ### 1. the manufacturer shall ensure that , through the safety business gateway referred to in article 25 , an accident resulting in severe injuries or serious danger to life which was caused by a defect of the product placed or made available on the market is notified , without undue delay from the moment it knows about the facts of the accident , to the competent authorities of the member state where the accident has occurred. the notification shall include the type and identification number of the product as well as the circumstances of the accident , if known. the manufacturer shall notify , upon request , to the competent authorities any other relevant information.


### 2. the importers and the distributors which have knowledge of an accident caused by a product that they placed or made available on the market shall inform the manufacturer , which can instruct the importer or one of the distributors to proceed to the notification. ### 2. the importers and the distributors which have knowledge of an accident according to paragraph 1 caused by a product that they placed or made available on the market shall inform the manufacturer , which can instruct the importer or one of the distributors to proceed to the notification , without undue delay.


### 2. as far as powers conferred by member states in accordance to article 14 of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 are concerned , member states shall confer on their market surveillance authorities the power , for all products covered by this regulation , to order an online marketplace to remove specific illegal content referring to a dangerous product from its online interface , to disable access to it or to display an explicit warning to end users when they access it. such orders shall contain a statement of reasons and specify one or more exact uniform resource locators and , where necessary , additional information enabling the identification of the illegal content concerned. they may be transmitted by means of the safety gate portal. ### 2. as far as powers conferred by member states in accordance to article 14 of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 are concerned , member states shall confer on their market surveillance authorities the power , for all products covered by this regulation , to order an online marketplace to remove specific illegal content referring to a dangerous product from its online interface , to disable access to it or to display an explicit warning to end users when they access it and to avoid its reappearance. such orders shall contain a clear statement of reasons and specify one or more exact uniform resource locators and all available additional information enabling the identification of the dangerous product concerned ideally without further research. they may be transmitted by means of the safety gate portal.


### online marketplaces shall take the necessary measures to receive and process the orders issued in accordance with this paragraph. they shall act upon receipt of the order issued without undue delay , and in any event within two working days in the member state where the online marketplace operates , from receipt of the order. they shall inform the issuing market surveillance authority of the effect given to the order by using the contacts of the market surveillance authority published in the safety gate. ### online marketplaces shall take the necessary measures to receive and process the orders issued in accordance with this paragraph. they shall act upon receipt of the order issued without undue delay. if the information provided by the market surveillance authorities contains enough details to identify the dangerous product immediately , the online marketplaces shall act within 24 hours. if online marketplaces have to carry out additional research in order to identify the product , then it shall act within two working days in the member state where the online marketplace operates , from receipt of the order. they shall inform the issuing market surveillance authority of the effect given to the order by using the contacts of the market surveillance authority published in the safety gate.


### 3. online marketplaces shall take into account regular information on dangerous products notified by the market surveillance authorities in line with article 24 , received via the safety gate portal , for the purpose of applying their voluntary measures aimed at detecting , identifying , removing or disabling access to the illegal content referring to dangerous products offered on their marketplace , where applicable. they shall inform the authority that made the notification to the safety gate of any action taken by using the contacts of the market surveillance authority published in the safety gate. ### 3. online marketplaces shall create a connection to the safety gate , through for example an application programme interface , that enables them to quickly and efficiently check the safety gate before placing products on their websites and to receive alerts that a product has been notified in the system and therefore ensures that products offered for sale are safe. they shall inform the authority of any action taken by using the contacts of the market surveillance authority published in the safety gate.


### 4. online marketplaces shall give an appropriate answer without undue delay , and in any event within five working days , in the member state where the online marketplace operates , to notices related to product safety issues and dangerous products received in accordance with [article 14] of regulation (eu) […/…] on a single market for digital services (digital service act) and amending directive 2000/31/ec. ### 4. online marketplaces shall give an appropriate answer without undue delay , and in any event within two working days , in the member state where the online marketplace operates , to notices related to product safety issues and dangerous products received in accordance with [article 14] of regulation (eu) […/…] on a single market for digital services (digital service act) and amending directive 2000/31/ec.


### cooperating to ensure effective product recalls , including by abstaining from putting obstacles to product recalls; ### cooperating to ensure effective product recalls , including by abstaining from putting obstacles to product recalls and publishing the recall notice on their website;


### allowing access to their interfaces for the online tools operated by market surveillance authorities to identify dangerous products; ### allowing access to their interfaces for the online tools operated by market surveillance authorities to identify dangerous products while respecting sensitive business information;


### 4. market surveillance authorities may set up schemes focusing on control of internal processes for product safety set up by economic operators according to article 13. ### deleted


### 1. the commission shall further develop and maintain a rapid alert system for the exchange of information on corrective measures concerning dangerous products (‘the safety gate’). ### 1. the commission shall further develop and modernise the rapid alert system for the exchange of information on corrective measures concerning dangerous products (‘the safety gate’) , as well as enhance its efficiency , in particular by providing a interoperable interface for online marketplaces to link their website with the safety gate , so that they can easily , quickly and reliably check products and product categories;


### 1. the commission shall further develop and maintain a rapid alert system for the exchange of information on corrective measures concerning dangerous products (‘the safety gate’). ### 1. the commission shall further develop and modernise the rapid alert system for the exchange of information on corrective measures concerning dangerous products (‘the safety gate’) , as well as enhance its efficiency , in particular by providing a interoperable interface for online marketplaces to link their website with the safety gate , so that they can easily , quickly and reliably check products and product categories.


### the notification shall be submitted in the safety gate within two working days from the adoption of the corrective measure. ### the notification shall be submitted in the safety gate within four working days from the adoption of the corrective measure.


### 1. the commission shall maintain a web portal enabling the economic operators to provide market surveillance authorities and consumers with the information referred to in articles 8(11) , 9(2) point c) , 10(8) , 11(3) , 11(4) and article 19. ### 1. the commission shall maintain an easy-accessible web portal enabling the economic operators to provide market surveillance authorities and consumers with the information referred to in articles 8(11) , 9(2) point c) , 10(8) , 11(3) , 11(4) and article 19.


### 1. if the commission becomes aware of a product , or a specific category or group of products presenting a serious risk to the health and safety of consumers , it may take any appropriate measures , either on its own initiative or upon request of member states , by means of implementing acts , adapted to the gravity and urgency of the situation if , at one and the same time: ### 1. if the commission becomes aware of a product , or a specific category or group of products presenting a serious risk to the health and safety of consumers , it may take any appropriate and proportionate measures , either on its own initiative or upon request of member states , by means of implementing acts , adapted to the gravity and urgency of the situation if , at one and the same time:


### 1. market surveillance authorities may decide to conduct simultaneous coordinated control actions (“sweeps”) of particular product categories to check compliance with or to detect infringements to this regulation. ### 1. market surveillance authorities shall conduct simultaneous coordinated control actions (“sweeps”) on a regular basis , at least once a year , in which they check compliance with or detect online and offline infringements to this regulation.


### 3. protection of professional secrecy shall not prevent the dissemination to the competent authorities of member states of information relevant for ensuring the effectiveness of market monitoring and surveillance activities. the authorities receiving information covered by professional secrecy shall ensure its protection. ### 3. protection of professional secrecy is key. nevertheless , in exceptional and justified cases , it shall not prevent the dissemination to the competent authorities of member states of information relevant for ensuring the effectiveness of market monitoring and surveillance activities. the authorities , which in exceptional and justified cases must receive information covered by professional secrecy , shall ensure its protection.


### 3. the commission , by means of an implementing act , shall adopt the modalities for the sending of information by consumers in accordance with paragraph 2 , as well as for the transmission of such information to the concerned national authorities for possible follow up. this implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 42(3). ### 3. the commission , by means of an implementing act , shall adopt the modalities for the sending of information by consumers in accordance with paragraph 2 , as well as for the transmission of such information to the concerned national authorities for possible follow up. the commission shall make sure that the information made by the consumer cannot be published before its accuracy has been verified. this implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 42(3).


### 1. in case of a recall or where certain information has to be brought to the attention of consumers to ensure the safe use of a product (‘safety warning’) , economic operators , in accordance with their respective obligations as provided for in articles 8 , 9 , 10 and 11 , shall directly notify all affected consumers that they can identify. economic operators who collect their customers’ personal data shall make use of this information for recalls and safety warnings. ### 1. in case of a recall or where certain information has to be brought to the attention of consumers to ensure the safe use of a product (‘safety warning’) , economic operators , in accordance with their respective obligations as provided for in articles 8 , 9 , 10 and 11 , shall directly notify all affected consumers that they can identify. economic operators who collect their customers’ personal data shall make use of this information for recalls and safety warnings. taking due account of data protection , online marketplaces shall help economic operators in case they have sold the respective product on their marketplace to obtain the specific customer data needed in order to perform an efficient recall.


### 1. in case of a recall or where certain information has to be brought to the attention of consumers to ensure the safe use of a product (‘safety warning’) , economic operators , in accordance with their respective obligations as provided for in articles 8 , 9 , 10 and 11 , shall directly notify all affected consumers that they can identify. economic operators who collect their customers’ personal data shall make use of this information for recalls and safety warnings. ### 1. in case of a recall or where certain information has to be brought to the attention of consumers to ensure the safe use of a product (‘safety warning’) , economic operators , in accordance with their respective obligations as provided for in articles 8 , 9 , 10 and 11 , shall directly notify all affected consumers that they can identify. economic operators who collect their customers’ personal data shall make use of this necessary information for recalls and safety warnings.


### 4. if not all affected consumers can be contacted directly , economic operators , in accordance with their respective responsibilities , shall disseminate a recall notice or safety warning through other appropriate channels , ensuring the widest possible reach including , where available: the company’s website , social media channels , newsletters and retail outlets and , as appropriate , announcements in mass media and other communication channels. information shall be accessible to consumers with disabilities. ### 4. if not all affected consumers can be contacted directly even not with the help of the online marketplaces according to paragraph 1 of this article , economic operators , in accordance with their respective responsibilities , shall disseminate a recall notice or safety warning through other appropriate channels , ensuring the widest possible reach including , where available: the company’s website , social media channels , newsletters and retail outlets and , as appropriate , announcements in mass media and other communication channels. information shall be accessible to consumers with disabilities.


### (4) the aim of this instrument is to contribute to the attainment of the objectives referred to in article 169 of the treaty. in particular , it should aim at ensuring health and safety of consumers and the functioning of the internal market as regards products intended for consumers. ### (4) the aim of this instrument , based on article 114 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , is to contribute to the attainment of the objectives referred to in article 169 of the treaty. in particular , it should aim at ensuring the health and safety of consumers , providing a high level of consumer protection , including by promoting consumers’ right to information , and improving the functioning of the internal market as regards products intended for consumers.


### (12) products which are designed exclusively for professional use but which have subsequently migrated to the consumer market should be subject to this regulation because they could pose risks to the health and safety of consumers when used under reasonably foreseeable conditions. ### (12) products which are designed exclusively for professional use but which have been sold later on the consumer market , thereby entering supply chains via commercial trade , should be subject to this regulation because they could pose risks to the health and safety of consumers when used under reasonably foreseeable conditions.


### (19) items which connect to other items or non-embedded items which influence the way another item works can present a risk for the safety of the product. that aspect should be taken into due consideration as a potential risk. the connections and interrelation that an item might have with external items should not jeopardise its safety. ### (19) items which connect to other items or non-embedded items which influence the way another item works can present a risk for the safety of the product. that aspect should be taken into due consideration as a potential risk. the connections and interrelation that an item might have with external items should not jeopardise its safety or that of consumers.


### (31) in order to be able to comply with their obligations under this regulation , in particular in respect of timely and effective compliance with the orders of public authorities , processing of notices of other third parties and cooperating with market surveillance authorities in the context of corrective measures upon request , online marketplaces should have in place an internal mechanism for handling product safety-related issues. ### deleted


### (40) where economic operators or market surveillance authorities face a choice of various corrective measures , the most sustainable action resulting in the lowest environmental impact , such as the repair of the product , should be preferred , provided that it does not result in a lesser level of safety. ### (40) where economic operators or market surveillance authorities face a choice of various corrective measures , the most sustainable action resulting in the lowest environmental impact , such as the repair of the product , should be preferred , provided that it does not result in a lesser level of safety or affect certain consumer interests and rights , and does not pose significant difficulties to the economic operator.


### (45) the legal framework for market surveillance of products covered by union harmonisation legislation and set out in regulation (eu) 2019/1020 and the legal framework for market surveillance of products covered by this regulation should be as coherent as possible. it is therefore necessary , as far as market surveillance activities , obligations , powers , measures , and cooperation among market surveillance authorities are concerned , to close the gap between the two sets of provisions. for that purpose articles 10 to 16 , articles 18 and 19 and articles 21 to 24 of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 should be applicable also to products covered by this regulation. ### (45) the legal framework for market surveillance of products covered by union harmonisation legislation and set out in regulation (eu) 2019/1020 and the legal framework for market surveillance of products covered by this regulation should be fully harmonised. it is therefore necessary , as far as market surveillance activities , obligations , powers , measures , and cooperation among market surveillance authorities are concerned , to close the gap between the two sets of provisions. for that purpose articles 10 to 16 , articles 18 and 19 and articles 21 to 24 of regulation (eu) 2019/1020 should be applicable also to products covered by this regulation.


### (73) in order to facilitate the more consistent application of penalties , common non-exhaustive and indicative criteria for the application of penalties should be included. those criteria should include the duration or temporal effects of the infringement , as well as its nature and gravity , in particular the level of risk incurred by the consumer. repeated infringement by the same perpetrator shows a propensity to commit such infringements and is therefore a significant indication of the gravity of the conduct and , accordingly , of the need to increase the level of the penalty to achieve effective deterrence. the financial benefits gained , or losses avoided , because of the infringement should be taken into account , if the relevant data are available. other aggravating or mitigating factors applicable to the circumstances of the case should also be taken into account. ### (73) in order to facilitate the more consistent application of penalties , common non-exhaustive and indicative criteria for the application of the types of penalties should be included. those criteria should include the duration or temporal effects of the infringement , as well as its nature and gravity , in particular the level of risk incurred by the consumer. repeated infringement by the same perpetrator shows a propensity to commit such infringements and is therefore a significant indication of the gravity of the conduct and , accordingly , of the need to increase the level of the types of penalty to achieve effective deterrence. the financial benefits gained , or losses avoided , because of the infringement should be taken into account , if the relevant data are available. other aggravating or mitigating factors applicable to the circumstances of the case should also be taken into account.


### importers shall ensure that the communication channels referred to in article 8(2) , second subparagraph , are available to consumers allowing them to present complaints and communicate any accident or safety issue they have experienced with the product. if such channels are not available the importer shall provide for them. ### importers shall ensure that the communication channels referred to in article 8(2) , second subparagraph , are available to consumers allowing them to present complaints and communicate any accident or safety issue they have experienced with the product. if such channels are not available the importer shall provide for them without delay.


### the risk can be eliminated effectively only by adopting appropriate measures applicable at union level , in order to ensure a consistent and high level of protection of the health and safety of consumers and the proper functioning of the internal market. ### the risk can be eliminated effectively only by adopting appropriate and proportionate measures applicable at union level , in order to ensure a consistent and high level of protection of the health and safety of consumers and the proper functioning of the internal market.


### 3. a market surveillance authority may use any information resulting from the activities carried out as part of any investigation regarding the safety of products that it undertakes. ### 3. a market surveillance authority may use any information resulting from the activities carried out as part of any investigation regarding the safety of products that it undertakes , with the exception of professional secrecy or confidential manufacturer information.


### 1. by [insert date five years after the date of entry into force] the commission shall carry out an evaluation of this regulation. the commission shall present a report on the main findings to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee. the report shall in particular assess if this regulation achieved the objective of enhancing the protection of consumers against dangerous products while taking into account its impact on businesses and in particular on small and medium-sized enterprises. ### 1. by [insert date five years after the date of entry into force] the commission shall carry out an evaluation of this regulation. the commission shall present a report on the main findings to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee. the report shall in particular assess if this regulation achieved the objectives of enhancing the protection of consumers against dangerous products and improving the functioning of the internal market , while taking into account its impact on businesses and in particular on small and medium-sized enterprises.


### it shall apply from [6 months after the entry into force of this regulation]. ### it shall apply from [12 months after the entry into force of this regulation].


### (5) the planning , development and operation of the trans-european transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport , provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain , thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the union. in addition , the network should aim at strengthening economic , social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the union , including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote , rural , insular , peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. the development of the trans-european transport network should also enable seamless , safe and sustainable mobility of goods and persons in all their diversity , and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective , by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way. ### (5) the planning , development and operation of the trans-european transport network should enable sustainable forms of transport , provide for improved multimodal and interoperable transport solutions and for an enhanced intermodal integration of the entire logistic chain , thereby contributing to a smooth functioning of the internal market by creating the arteries that are necessary for smooth passenger and freight transport flows across the union. in addition , the network should aim at strengthening economic , social and territorial cohesion by ensuring accessibility and connectivity for all regions of the union , including a better connectivity of the outermost regions and other remote , rural , insular , peripheral and mountainous regions as well as sparsely populated areas. the development of the trans-european transport network should also enable seamless , safe and sustainable mobility of persons and goods in all their diversity and structure , and should contribute to further economic growth and competitiveness in a global perspective , by establishing interconnections and interoperability between national transport networks in a resource-efficient and sustainable way.


### (62) taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future , member states should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change , natural hazards , human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the union transport system , when planning infrastructure. to that aim , the european transport corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. in addition , due to their multimodal nature , one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies. ### (62) taking stock of the experience with regard to the crisis management during the covid-19 pandemic25 and in order to avoid traffic disruptions and contingencies in future , member states should take into account the security and resilience of the transport infrastructure to climate change , natural hazards , human-made disasters and other disruptions affecting the functioning of the union transport system , when planning infrastructure. to that aim , a permanent and automatic mechanism for activating “green lanes” should be established along internal borders of the trans-european transport network. moreover , the european transport corridors should also include important diversionary lines which can be used in case of congestion or other problems on the principal routes. in addition , due to their multimodal nature , one mode can substitute the other in case of emergencies.


### 5. the commission may require member states by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction and management of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. the relevant european coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity. ### 5. the commission may require member states by means of an implementing act to establish a single entity for the construction , management and maintenance of cross-border infrastructure projects of common interest. the relevant european coordinator shall have the status of observer in the management or supervisory board or in both of that single entity.


### adoption of a sustainable urban mobility plan (sump) in line with annex v that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport , to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics , to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-european transport flows into consideration; ### adoption of a sustainable urban mobility plan (sump) in line with annex v that includes notably measures to integrate the different modes of transport , to promote efficient zero-emission mobility including sustainable and zero-emission urban logistics , to reduce air and noise pollution and that takes long-distance trans-european transport flows into consideration , to assess in terms of costs and benefits the accessibility and affordability for users of different modes of transport;


### (3) the sustainable and smart mobility strategy15 sets out milestones to show the european transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable , smart and resilient mobility. it envisages that rail freight traffic should increase its market share by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050; transport by inland waterways and short sea shipping should increase its market share by 25% by 2030 and by 50% by 2050; traffic on high-speed rail should double by 2030 and triple by 2050; at least 30 million zero-emission cars and 80 ,000 zero-emission trucks should be in operation on union roads by 2030 , and nearly all cars , vans and buses and new heavy-duty vehicles should be zero-emission by 2050; scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the union; by 2030 , there should be at least 100 climate-neutral cities in europe. ### (3) the sustainable and smart mobility strategy15 sets out milestones to show the european transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable , smart and resilient mobility. it envisages that rail freight traffic should increase its market share by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050; transport by inland waterways and short sea shipping should increase its market share by 25% by 2030 and by 50% by 2050; traffic on high-speed rail should double by 2030 and triple by 2050; at least 30 million zero-emission cars and 80 ,000 zero-emission trucks should be in operation on union roads by 2030 , and nearly all cars , vans and buses and new heavy-duty vehicles should be powered by renewable , alternative and advanced fuels by 2050; scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the union; by 2030 , there should be at least 100 climate-neutral cities in europe.


### (4) the realisation of the trans-european transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more sustainable , affordable and inclusive , to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition , notably by ensuring a fair transition , in line with the objectives presented in the council recommendation (eu) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality. ### (4) the realisation of the trans-european transport network creates the enabling conditions in terms of infrastructure basis allowing to make all transport modes more integrated , sustainable , affordable and inclusive , to make sustainable alternatives widely available in a multimodal transport system and to put in place the right incentives to drive the transition , notably by ensuring a fair transition , in line with the objectives presented in the council recommendation (eu) […] of […] on ensuring a fair transition towards climate neutrality.


### (6) growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion in international transport. in order to ensure the international mobility of passengers and goods , the capacity of the trans-european transport network and the use of that capacity should be optimised and , where necessary , expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between member states and , as appropriate , neighbouring countries , and taking into account the ongoing negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries. ### (6) growth in traffic has resulted in increased congestion in international transport and accidents. in order to ensure the international mobility of passengers and goods , the capacity of the trans-european transport network and the use of that capacity should be optimised and , where necessary , expanded by removing infrastructure bottlenecks and bridging missing infrastructure links within and between member states and , as appropriate , neighbouring countries , and taking into account the ongoing negotiations with candidate and potential candidate countries.


### (7) the trans-european transport network consists to a large extent of existing infrastructure. in order to fully achieve the objectives of the new trans-european transport network policy , uniform requirements regarding the infrastructure should be established. ### (7) the trans-european transport network consists to a large extent of existing infrastructure. in order to fully achieve the objectives of the new trans-european transport network policy , uniform requirements and clear standards regarding the infrastructure must be established.


### (9) in the implementation of projects of common interest , due consideration should be given to the particular circumstances of the individual project concerned. where possible , synergies with other policies should be exploited , for instance with tourism aspects by including , within civil engineering structures such as bridges or tunnels , bicycle infrastructure for cycling paths , including the eurovelo routes , or with security aspects by including new technologies such as sensors in bridges. ### (9) in the implementation of projects of common interest , due consideration should be given to the particular circumstances of the individual project concerned. where possible , synergies with other policies should be exploited and implemented , for instance with tourism aspects by including , within civil engineering structures such as bridges or tunnels , bicycle infrastructure for cycling paths , including the eurovelo routes , or with security aspects by including new , sustainable , relevant and cost-effective technologies.


### (12) during infrastructure planning , member states and other project promoters should give due consideration to the risk assessments and adaptation measures that seek to improve resilience , for example to climate change , natural hazards and human-made disasters. by providing further incentives to develop sustainable forms of transport and with the implementation of high-level standards for green transport infrastructure , the realisation of the trans-european transport network will support the “do no significant harm” principle. ### (12) during infrastructure planning , member states and other project promoters should give due consideration to the risk assessments and adaptation measures and all their cost-benefit analysis outcomes , that seek to improve resilience , for example to climate change , natural hazards and human-made disasters. by providing further incentives to develop sustainable forms of transport and with the implementation of high-level standards for green transport infrastructure , the realisation of the trans-european transport network will support the “do no significant harm” principle.


### (16) the interests of regional and local authorities , as well as those of the public concerned by a project of common interest , should be appropriately taken into account in the planning and construction phase of projects. ### (16) the interests of regional and local authorities , as well as those of the public concerned by a project of common interest , must be appropriately taken into account in the planning and construction phase of projects , with transparent and consistent evidence.


### (21) the comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility , in line with the milestones set in the sustainable and smart mobility strategy. ### (21) the comprehensive network should be sufficiently equipped with alternative , renewable and advanced fuels infrastructure in order to ensure that it effectively supports the transition to zero-emission mobility , in line with the milestones set in the sustainable and smart mobility strategy. at the same time , safe and secured parking networks providing comprehensive services should be extended and financially supported by union funds.


### (38) cooperation with third countries , including neighbouring countries , is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the union and those countries. in view of this , where appropriate , the union should promote projects of common interest with those countries , assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-european transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the union network. ### (38) cooperation with third countries , including neighbouring countries , is necessary in order to ensure connection and interoperability between the infrastructure networks of the union and those countries. in view of this , where appropriate , the union should promote projects of common interest with those countries , assessing and ensuring that the objectives and requirements of the trans-european transport network are complied with in order to ensure the interoperability of the union network , in the same avoiding its usage for illegal migration.


### (52) member states should establish a national sump support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of sumps and improving coordination among regions , cities and towns. it should support regions and urban areas to develop high-quality sumps and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the sump implementation through legislative measures , guidance , capacity building , assistance and possibly financial support. ### (52) member states should establish a national sump support programme aimed at promoting the uptake of sumps and improving coordination among regions , cities and towns. it should support regions , cities and urban functional areas to develop high-quality sumps and reinforce monitoring and evaluation of the sump implementation through legislative measures , guidance , capacity building , assistance and possibly financial support.


### (53) the mission on climate-neutral and smart cities , set up under the horizon europe framework programme , aims to have 100 climate neutral cities in the union by 2030. the cities involved in the mission will act as experimentation and innovation hubs for others to follow by 2050. ### (53) the mission on climate-neutral and smart cities , set up under the horizon europe framework programme , aims to have 100 climate neutral cities in the union by 2030. the cities involved in the mission will act as experimentation and innovation hubs for others to follow by 2050. being so well received all across eu , a new mission on climate-neutral and smart cities should be launched , under the same programme , with new cities and a more generous budget.


### (58) the trans-european transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation , such as 5g infrastructure , which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the european transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means , make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers , and reduce its carbon footprint. this will contribute towards the objectives of the european green deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the union. in order to achieve those objectives , the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-european transport network. ### (58) the trans-european transport network should provide the basis for the large-scale deployment of new technologies and innovation , such as digital and 5g infrastructure and internet of things , which can help enhance the overall efficiency of the european transport sector and capacity to enable secure passenger flows using efficient means , make public or greener transport means more attractive for passengers , and reduce its carbon footprint. this will contribute towards the objectives of the european green deal and at the same time contribute to the objective of increasing energy security for the union. in order to achieve those objectives , the availability of alternative fuels and related infrastructure should be improved throughout the trans-european transport network.


### 3. the core and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the trans-european transport network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives for the development of the trans-european transport network. ### 3. the core and extended core network shall consist of those parts of the trans-european transport network which shall be developed as a matter of priority for achieving the objectives for the development of the trans-european transport network. the member states will interlink the core and extended networks with the national , regional and local mobility networks.


### 3. a project of common interest encompasses its entire cycle , including feasibility studies and permission procedures , construction , operation and evaluation. ### 3. a project of common interest encompasses its entire cycle , including feasibility studies and permission procedures , construction , operation , maintenance , surveillance and evaluation.


### promote the extension of the trans-european transport network policy into third countries; ### promote the extension of the trans-european transport network policy into third countries; a dedicated budget envelope with minimum 30 % in appropriations shall be assigned in the next multiannual financial framework to external transport cef in order to increase cooperation with third countries;


### keeping existing infrastructure operational and improving or maintaining its quality in terms of safety , security , efficiency of the transport system and transport operations , climate and disaster resilience , environmental performance , and the continuity of traffic flows; ### keeping existing infrastructure operational and improving or maintaining its quality in terms of safety , security , efficiency of the transport system and transport operations , safe and secured parkings , climate and disaster resilience , environmental performance , and the continuity of traffic flows;


### contributing to transport emission reduction and increased energy security by promoting the use of zero-emission vehicles and vessels and renewable and low-carbon fuels , through the deployment of corresponding alternative fuels infrastructure; ### contributing to transport emission reduction and increased energy security by promoting the use of zero-emission vehicles and vessels and renewable and low-carbon fuels , through the deployment of corresponding alternative , renewables and advanced fuels infrastructure;


### mitigating exposure of urban areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport; ### mitigating exposure of cities and urban functional areas to negative effects of transiting rail and road transport;


### the development of a safe and secure road network , with sufficient alternative fuel infrastructures; ### the development of a safe and secure road network , with sufficient safe and secured parking and alternative fuel infrastructures;


### when specifying the reference water levels the commission shall take into account the requirements which are set out in international conventions and in agreements concluded between member states. ### when specifying the reference water levels the commission shall take into account the requirements which are set out in international conventions and in agreements concluded between member states and relevant stakeholders concerned.


### promoting and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of inland waterway transport and transport infrastructure , including zero and low emission vessels and measures to mitigate impacts on water bodies and water-dependent biodiversity , in accordance with the applicable requirements under union law or relevant international agreements. ### promoting and developing measures to improve the environmental performance of inland waterway transport and transport infrastructure , including vessels using alternative , renewable and advanced fuels and measures to mitigate impacts on water bodies and water-dependent biodiversity , in accordance with the applicable requirements under union law or relevant international agreements.


### construction or upgrading basic port infrastructure , such as internal basins , quay walls , berths , jetties , docks , dykes , backfills and land reclamation; ### construction , maintenance , or upgrading basic port infrastructure , such as internal basins , quay walls , berths , jetties , docks , dykes , backfills and land reclamation;


### the roads are designed , built or upgraded and maintained with the highest level of environmental protection , including as appropriate through low noise road surfaces and the collection , treatment and release of water run-off; ### the roads are designed , built or upgraded and maintained with the most resource-efficient , eco-friendly and climate-proof materials , including as appropriate through low noise road surfaces and the collection , treatment and release of water run-off;


### introduction of innovative technologies to improve the control of compliance with the union road transport legal framework , including smart and automated enforcement tools and 5g communication infrastructure; ### introduction of innovative technologies to improve the control of compliance with the union road transport legal framework , including smart and automated enforcement tools , 5g communication infrastructure and internet of things;


### are equipped with at least one recharging station as defined in article 2 , point (43) , of regulation (eu) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles , by 31 december 2030; ### are equipped with at least one refuelling and recharging station as defined in article 2 , point (43) , of regulation (eu) […] [on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure] dedicated to serve heavy-duty vehicles , by 31 december 2030;


### 2. the urban nodes of the trans-european transport network are listed in annex ii. ### 2. the urban nodes of the trans-european transport network are listed in annex ii. the list can be completed after a proper environmental , financial and risk assessment and the approval of the member state and its relevant national , regional and local stakeholders.


### (iii) for freight transport: sustainable , seamless and safe interconnection between rail , road , and , as appropriate , inland waterway , air and maritime infrastructure as well as appropriate connections with logistics platforms and facilities; ### (iii) for freight transport: sustainable , seamless and safe interconnection between rail , road , and , as appropriate , inland waterway , air and maritime infrastructure as well as appropriate connections with logistics platforms and facilities , as well safe and secure parking areas;


### promotion of efficient and low-noise zero emission transport and mobility , including greening urban fleets; ### promotion of efficient and low-noise zero emission transport and mobility , including greening public and private urban fleets;


### support and promote the decarbonisation of transport through transition to zero- and low-emission vehicles , vessels and aircraft and other innovative and sustainable transport and network technologies such as hyperloop; ### support and promote the decarbonisation of transport through transition to zero - and low-emission vehicles , vessels and aircraft and other innovative and sustainable transport and network technologies such as: automated trains , autonomous vehicles , drones , maglev trains and hyperloop;


### improve the operation , management , accessibility , interoperability , multimodality and efficiency of the network , including through the development of multimodal digital mobility services and the development of infrastructure that allows for seamless multimodality , such as high-speed rail and city train/tram connection at airports; ### improve the operation , management , accessibility , interoperability , multimodality and efficiency of the network , including through the development of mobility as a service solution and the development of infrastructure that allows for seamless multimodality , such as high-speed rail and city train/tram connection at airports;


### member states shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements. ### member states shall ensure that transport infrastructure provides for safe and secure passenger and freight movements by implementing proper , qualitative and on time maintenance plans during the entire life-time of transport infrastructure.


### a. whereas consumers are ready to change their purchasing patterns for sustainable options but can be misled by greenwashing practices; ### a. whereas studies indicate that consumers are willing to change their purchasing patterns for sustainable options but are sensitive to price increase;


### a. whereas women account for approximately 80 % of the global garment workforce1 and comprise the majority of low-wage workers; ### a. whereas women account for approximately 80 % of the global garment workforce1 and comprise the majority of low-wage workers and therefore are disproportionally affected by the negative impacts of the garment industry;


### a. whereas global textile production almost doubled between 2000 and 20152; whereas less than 1 % of all textiles worldwide are recycled into new products3 ; ### a. whereas global textile production almost doubled between 2000 and 20152; whereas less than 1 % of all textiles worldwide are recycled into new products3 , and even ‘downcycling’ is affected by insufficient , often even negative , purchase prices for materials and a lack of demand for the resulting products , which means that only around 20 % of textiles in europe are downcycled;


### b. whereas fragmented and non-transparent value chains in the garment sector hinder compliance with relevant union law and weaken the accountability of economic operators; ### b. whereas value chains in the garment sector are complex and non-linear which makes it a challenge for economic operators and market surveillance authorities alike to ensure compliance with relevant union law;


### b. whereas the textile industry is one of the most polluting industries2 ; whereas women and girls are frequently exposed to additional gender-specific factors and barriers that consistently render them more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and disasters; ### b. whereas the textile and garment industry is one of the most polluting industries2 by producing 1.2 billion tonnes of co2 equivalent (co2e) per year , which is more emissions than international flights and maritime shipping3a; whereas the textile and garment industry is one of the fastest growing ones and therefore its effects on the environment intensify continuously; whereas women and girls are frequently exposed to additional gender-specific factors and barriers that consistently render them more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and disasters;


### b. whereas the textile industry is one of the most polluting industries2 ; whereas women and girls are frequently exposed to additional gender-specific factors and barriers that consistently render them more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and disasters; ### b. whereas the textile industry is one of the most polluting industries2; whereas europeans consume on average 26 kg of textiles per person per year - a significant share of these coming from third countries; whereas women and girls are frequently exposed to additional gender-specific factors and barriers that consistently render them more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and disasters;


### b. whereas clothing comprises the largest share of eu textile consumption , with 81 %4 ; whereas the trend of using garments for ever shorter periods before throwing them away is the biggest contributor to unsustainable patterns of overproduction and overconsumption5 ; ### b. whereas clothing comprises the largest share of eu textile consumption , with 81 %4 ; whereas the trend of using garments for ever shorter periods before throwing them away is the biggest contributor to unsustainable patterns of overproduction and overconsumption5 ;


### 1. recalls the paramount importance of protecting consumers by addressing misleading claims and immediately withdrawing products that do not respect union law; ### 1. recalls the paramount importance of protecting consumers by addressing misleading claims that do not comply with union or national consumer protection law and immediately withdrawing such products;


### 1. notes that in addition to its significant negative environmental and climate impacts , the textile industry also has a detrimental social impact; stresses that a disproportionate number of women and marginalised groups carry out precarious work , often involuntarily; ### 1. notes that in addition to its significant negative environmental , such as biodiversity and climate impacts , the textile industry also has a detrimental social impact; stresses that a disproportionate number of women and marginalised groups carry out precarious work , often involuntarily , in inhumane and dangerous working conditions without work safety , social security or other social benefits and below decent wages , some in conditions of forced labour;


### 1. welcomes the commission communication on an eu strategy for sustainable and circular textiles and the vision it presents for 2030; stresses that actions following the publication of the strategy should be fully aligned with the union’s climate and environmental objectives , in particular that of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest and of halting and reversing biodiversity loss; ### 1. welcomes the commission communication on an eu strategy for sustainable and circular textiles and the vision it presents for 2030; stresses that actions following the publication of the strategy should be fully aligned with the union’s climate and environmental objectives , in particular that of accelerating the transition to a non-toxic circular economy in which growth is regenerative , resources are used efficiently and sustainably , and the waste hierarchy is applied , and achieving climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest and of halting and reversing biodiversity loss;


### 1. recalls that more than 99 % of the eu textiles ecosystem consists of small and medium-sized enterprises (smes); underlines that eu textiles companies face intense competition from asia , mainly china1 , where environmental regulations are less strict or non-existent; ### 1. recalls that more than 99 % of the eu textiles ecosystem consists of small and medium-sized enterprises (smes); underlines that eu textiles companies face intense competition from asia , mainly china1 , where environmental regulations are less strict or non-existent; encourages the promotion of a sustainable manufacturing model strengthening the strategic value of the supply chain as opposed to fast fashion , since it combines creative ability and production methods based on the quality of processes , materials , and details , thus calling on the european commission to tackle fast-fashion;


### 1. welcomes the eu strategy for sustainable and circular textiles as a step forward in tackling the challenges linked to textile and clothes production; welcomes further eu efforts on its commitments towards the un 2030 sustainable development goals; strongly encourages the international promotion of this approach and strengthening cooperation with partners; ### 1. welcomes the proposal for a regulation for ecodesign for sustainable products and especially the eu strategy for sustainable and circular textiles as a step forward in tackling the challenges linked to textile and clothes production; welcomes further eu efforts on its commitments towards the un 2030 sustainable development goals whilst still managing the impact on competitiveness and the administrative and financial burden for businesses that come along; points out that these challenges must be affordable for the affected businesses; strongly encourages the international promotion of this approach and strengthening cooperation with partners;


### 2. calls for the implementation of a trusted-flagger alert and notification mechanism and of an appropriate european redress mechanism for consumers affected by misleading labels and textiles that do not comply with union law; ### deleted


### 2. urges the member states to ratify the relevant international labour organization (ilo) conventions and implement its recommendations , especially those intended to reduce the scale of precarious work and protect workers from the harmful effects of chemicals , as well as from violence and harassment in the workplace; ### 2. urges the member states to ratify the relevant international labour organization (ilo) conventions , in particular the equal remuneration convention (no. 100) , discrimination (employment and occupation) convention (no. 111) and the maternity protection convention (no. 183) and implement its recommendations , especially those intended to reduce the scale of precarious work and protect workers from the harmful effects of hazardous chemicals , of which gender-disaggregated data is unfortunately often lacking , as well as from violence and harassment in the workplace; stresses that production of textiles is very chemical-intensive and exposures women to chemicals causing cancer , endocrine-disrupting chemicals and allergens4a , inter alia;


### 2. stresses that ever-increasing regulation , which directly and indirectly affects the eu textiles industry , compounded by the covid-19 pandemic and the russian war of aggression against ukraine , is seriously threatening the competitiveness of eu businesses; calls on the commission and the member states to only implement additional regulations if they facilitate sustainable business models , as many obligations drastically increase costs , especially for smes; ### 2. stresses that ever-increasing regulation , which directly and indirectly affects the eu textiles industry , compounded by the covid-19 pandemic and the russian war of aggression against ukraine , is seriously threatening the competitiveness of eu businesses; calls on the commission and the member states to only implement additional regulations if they facilitate sustainable business models , as many obligations drastically increase costs , especially for smes; emphasizes the need of a proper weight extended producer responsibility obligations to protect subcontractors and intermediate processors;


### 2. recalls the principle of policy coherence for development and especially article 208 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , which states that ‘the union shall take account of the objectives of development cooperation in the policies that it implements which are likely to affect developing countries’; ### 2. recalls the principle of policy coherence for development and especially article 208 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , which states that ‘the union shall take account of the objectives of development cooperation in the policies that it implements which are likely to affect developing countries’; stresses the importance of minimising possible contradictions and building synergies with development cooperation policy , to the benefit of developing countries and in order to increase the effectiveness of development cooperation;


### 3. welcomes the introduction of the digital product passport in the proposal for a regulation on ecodesign requirements for sustainable products; believes that in order to be relevant this passport needs to be available on the product itself and be easy to read; favours open and trustworthy data ensuring traceability down to factory level; ### 3. welcomes the introduction of the digital product passport in the proposal for a regulation on ecodesign requirements for sustainable products; believes that in order to be relevant this passport needs to be available on the product itself and be easy to read; believes that value chains are non-linear and include many intermediaries , including bulk-trading of raw materials on commodity stock exchanges , and therefore , traceability requirements must be proportionate , reasonable and implementable;


### 3. acknowledges the challenges to achieving a fully circular business model for textile companies , in particular owing to current technological and physical constraints on production and recycling , such as the use of chemicals , the lack of circular design , digitalisation gaps and the workforce’s up- and reskilling needs; ### 3. acknowledges the challenges to achieving a fully circular business model for textile companies , in particular owing to current technological and physical constraints on production and recycling , such as the use of chemicals , the lack of circular design , digitalisation gaps and the workforce’s up- and reskilling needs; focuses the attention on the introduction of subsidised on taxation measures for products that comply with ecological standards , enabling producers to strenghten environmentally sustainable production measures and maintaining competitive price levels and supporting the value chain , promoting the reshoring of delocalised production in the eu;


### 3. highlights that the production of textiles and clothing (t&c) often takes place outside the eu and most t&c traded in the eu are imported from third countries; ### 3. highlights that the production of textiles and clothing (t&c) often takes place outside the eu and most t&c traded in the eu are imported from developing countries;


### 4. believes that the digital product passport goes hand in hand with the simplification of existing labels to ensure that consumers receive coherent and reliable information on the environmental and social footprint of products; ### 4. believes that the digital product passport goes hand in hand with the simplification of existing labels to ensure that consumers receive coherent and reliable information on the environmental and social footprint of products that is one of the key element in the transition to a circular and more sustainable textile economy , notes that false and misleading environmental , circular and social claims on products should be prevented , and to ensure that underlying analysis is based on standard methodologies.


### 4. believes that the digital product passport goes hand in hand with the simplification of existing labels to ensure that consumers receive coherent and reliable information on the environmental and social footprint of products; ### 4. believes that the digital product passport goes hand in hand with the simplification of existing labels to ensure that consumers receive coherent and reliable information in line with the requirements to be specified by the proposal for a regulation on eco-design requirements;


### 4. welcomes the proposal for an ecodesign regulation covering textiles , the review of the textile labelling regulation3 and the potential introduction of a mandatory disclosure of information; calls for the inclusion of social and labour standards in both the proposed ecodesign regulation and under labelling requirements; ### 4. welcomes the proposal for an ecodesign regulation covering textiles , the review of the textile labelling regulation3 and a mandatory corporate sustainability due diligence reporting standards and reporting standards for disclosure of information on negative impacts on the human rights and the environment; calls for the inclusion of social and labour standards in both the proposed ecodesign regulation and under labelling requirements;


### 4. welcomes the proposal for an ecodesign regulation covering textiles , the review of the textile labelling regulation3 and the potential introduction of a mandatory disclosure of information; calls for the inclusion of social and labour standards in both the proposed ecodesign regulation and under labelling requirements; ### 4. welcomes the proposal for an ecodesign regulation covering textiles , the review of the textile labelling regulation3and the potential introduction of a mandatory disclosure of information; underlines that any potential introduction should commence with the largest companies within the union; calls for a phased inclusion of social and labour standards in both the proposed ecodesign regulation and under labelling requirements;


### 4. underlines that research and innovation is key to maintaining the eu textiles industry’s leading position in innovation2 , especially in sustainable fibres such as bio-based fibres , in inventing and scaling up circular production and recycling technologies , and in harnessing the opportunities offered by digitalisation , e.g. with the digital product passport or smart textiles; ### 4. underlines that research and innovation is key to maintaining the eu textiles industry’s leading position in innovation2 , especially in sustainable fibres such as bio-based fibres , in inventing and scaling up circular production and recycling technologies , and in harnessing the opportunities offered by digitalisation , e.g. with the digital product passport or smart textiles; as long as such initiative does not increase the bureaucratic burden for producers , in order to allow a better communication on sustainability for micro entreprises and smes;


### 4. points out that t&c from europe are often exported to third countries for disposal; stresses that this practice shifts environmental problems arising from the disposal of t&c to third countries; recommends that t&c to be exported for disposal must be prepared for proper recycling; ### 4. points out that t&c from europe are often exported to developing countries for disposal; stresses that this practice shifts environmental problems arising from the disposal of t&c to developing countries; recommends that t&c to be exported for disposal must be prepared for proper recycling;


### 5. calls on the commission and the member states to engage with civil society stakeholders , including educational actors and gender equality organisations , in order to develop programmes to increase awareness about the environmental and climate impact of the textile and garment industries. ### 5. calls on the commission and the member states to engage with civil society stakeholders , including educational actors and gender equality organisations , in order to develop programmes to increase awareness about the environmental and climate impact of the textile and garment industries as well as about the human rights and sustainability impacts of the sector.


### 5. recalls that several eu funding opportunities exist , such as via cluster 2 of horizon europe or the european innovation council; calls for the creation of an eu research and innovation agenda aligned with the transition pathway for the textiles ecosystem; underlines the leading role the european institute of innovation and technology (eit) knowledge and innovation communities (kics) on culture & creativity3 and manufacturing4 should play in this process. ### 5. recalls that several eu funding opportunities exist , such as via cluster 2 of horizon europe or the european innovation council; calls for the creation of an eu research and innovation agenda aligned with the transition pathway for the textiles ecosystem; underlines the leading role the european institute of innovation and technology (eit) knowledge and innovation communities (kics) on culture & creativity3 and manufacturing4 should play in this process. stresses the importance of the development of 'textile hubs' in the ue , meaning innovative textile regeneration hubs composed of research centres and disposal plants for the sorting and recovery of pre- and postconsumer waste , transforming waste into value while creating new jobs in textile manufacturing areas.


### 5. recalls that several eu funding opportunities exist , such as via cluster 2 of horizon europe or the european innovation council; calls for the creation of an eu research and innovation agenda aligned with the transition pathway for the textiles ecosystem; underlines the leading role the european institute of innovation and technology (eit) knowledge and innovation communities (kics) on culture & creativity3 and manufacturing4 should play in this process. ### 5. recalls that several eu funding opportunities exist , such as via cluster 2 of horizon europe or the european innovation council; calls for the creation of an eu research and innovation agenda aligned with the transition pathway for the textiles ecosystem; emphasizes that the eu research and innovation agenda has to address the whole value chain of circularity in the textiles ecosystem; underlines the leading role the european institute of innovation and technology (eit) knowledge and innovation communities (kics) on culture & creativity3 and manufacturing4 should play in this process.


### 5. stresses that working conditions in the textile industry in third countries are often substandard and have a direct impact on workers’ living standards due to low wages , poor working conditions and inadequate safety standards; highlights that women are in particular in an even more vulnerable position; is equally concerned about persisting child labour in the industry; ### 5. stresses that working conditions in the textile industry in developing countries are often substandard and have a direct impact on workers’ living standards due to low wages , poor working conditions and inadequate safety standards; highlights that women are in particular in an even more vulnerable position; is equally concerned about persisting child labour in the industry;


### 6. believes that textile producers and brands should be drivers of sustainability by being transparent in their practices and respecting human rights and the environment; ### 6. believes that textile producers and brands are part of the drive towards more sustainability in the textiles sector; believes that consumer demand and consumer purchasing power play an equally important role in changing consumption patterns;


### 7. stresses that fast fashion puts enormous stress on suppliers and their workforce through unfair trading practices; ### 7. stresses that "fast fashion" phenomena puts enormous stress on suppliers and their workforce through unfair trading practices;


### 7. stresses that fast fashion puts enormous stress on suppliers and their workforce through unfair trading practices; ### 7. believes that the effect of "fast fashion" on supply chains and consumptions patterns requires further study;


### 8. calls for mandatory criteria on responsible consumption to apply to public procurement; ### deleted


### 8. calls for mandatory criteria on responsible consumption to apply to public procurement; ### 8. considers that public authorities should drive the development of more sustainable textiles and circular business models and aim to reduce environmental impact of textiles when making public purchases; encourage the public authorities to use eu green public procurement criteria for textile products and service; calls on the commission for an impact assessment as regards the need for the mandatory green public procurement criteria for the textile products;


### 9. recalls the paramount importance of ensuring that market surveillance authorities have sufficient human and financial resources at their disposal. ### 9. recalls the paramount importance of ensuring that market surveillance authorities have sufficient human and financial resources at their disposal; calls the member states for a stronger market enforcement including extra human resources , more frequent controls , dissuasive penalties for the infringements , to ensure that products placed on the eu market , including via imports and e-commerce , meet minimum environmental and social standards and fits our objectives.


### — having regard to the report of the ellen macarthur foundation entitled ‘a new textiles economy: redesigning fashion’s future’ , ### — having regard to the 2017 report of the ellen macarthur foundation entitled ‘a new textiles economy: redesigning fashion’s future’ ,


### c. whereas synthetic and man-made fibres already account for more than two thirds (70 %)6 of total global fibre production; ### c. whereas synthetic fibres already account for nearly two thirds (64 %)6 of total global fibre production;


### (5) the modern interconnected world economy creates an increased risk of , and opportunity for , economic coercion , as it provides countries with enhanced , including hybrid , means to deploy such coercion. it is desirable that the union contribute to the creation , development and clarification of international frameworks for the prevention and elimination of situations of economic coercion. ### (5) the modern interconnected world economy creates an increased risk of , and opportunity for , economic coercion , as it provides countries with enhanced , including hybrid , means to deploy such coercion. for this purpose , it is essential to strengthen resilience of the single market , diversify trade relations and boost european competitiveness. it is also desirable that the union contribute to the creation , development and clarification of international frameworks for the prevention and elimination of situations of grave economic coercion through a deterring instrument that complements existing union instruments.


### (5) the modern interconnected world economy creates an increased risk of , and opportunity for , economic coercion , as it provides countries with enhanced , including hybrid , means to deploy such coercion. it is desirable that the union contribute to the creation , development and clarification of international frameworks for the prevention and elimination of situations of economic coercion. ### (5) the modern interconnected world economy creates an increased risk of , and opportunity for , economic coercion , as it provides countries , especially non-democratic regimes , with enhanced , including hybrid , direct or indirect , means to deploy such coercion. it is desirable that the union contribute to the creation , development and clarification of international frameworks for the prevention and elimination of situations of economic coercion.


### (6) whilst always acting within the framework of international law , it is essential that the union possess an appropriate instrument to deter and counteract economic coercion by third countries in order to safeguard its rights and interests and those of its member states. this is particularly the case where third countries take measures affecting trade or investment that interfere in the legitimate sovereign choices of the union or a member state by seeking to prevent or obtain the cessation , modification or adoption of a particular act by the union or a member state. such measures affecting trade or investment may include not only actions taken on , and having effects within , the territory of the third country , but also actions taken by the third country , including through entities controlled or directed by the third country and present in the union , that cause harm to economic activities in the union. ### (6) whilst always acting within the framework of international law , it is essential that the union possess an appropriate instrument to deter and counteract economic coercion by third countries in order to safeguard its rights and interests and those of its member states. this is particularly the case where third countries take measures affecting trade or investment that interfere in the legitimate sovereign choices of the union or a member state by seeking to prevent or obtain the cessation , modification or adoption of a particular act by the union or a member state. such measures affecting trade or investment may include not only actions taken on , and having effects within , the territory of the third country , but also actions taken by the third country , including through entities controlled or directed by the third country and present in the union , that cause harm to the functioning of the internal market or economic activities in the union.


### (6) whilst always acting within the framework of international law , it is essential that the union possess an appropriate instrument to deter and counteract economic coercion by third countries in order to safeguard its rights and interests and those of its member states. this is particularly the case where third countries take measures affecting trade or investment that interfere in the legitimate sovereign choices of the union or a member state by seeking to prevent or obtain the cessation , modification or adoption of a particular act by the union or a member state. such measures affecting trade or investment may include not only actions taken on , and having effects within , the territory of the third country , but also actions taken by the third country , including through entities controlled or directed by the third country and present in the union , that cause harm to economic activities in the union. ### (6) whilst always acting within the framework of international law , it is essential that the union possess an appropriate instrument to deter and counteract economic coercion by third countries in order to safeguard its rights and interests and those of its member states. this is particularly the case where third countries take measures affecting trade or investment that interfere in the legitimate sovereign choices of the union or a member state , including its governmental and judicial actions and decisions , by seeking , directly or indirectly , to prevent or obtain the cessation , modification or adoption of a particular act by the union or a member state. such measures affecting trade or investment may include not only actions taken on , and having effects within , the territory of the third country , but also actions taken by the third country , including through entities controlled or directed by the third country and present in the union , that cause harm to economic activities in the union.


### (9) in accordance with the principle of proportionality , it is necessary and appropriate , for creating an effective and comprehensive framework for union action against economic coercion , to lay down rules on the examination , determination and counteraction with regard to third countries’ measures of economic coercion. in particular , the union’s response measures should be preceded by an examination of the facts , a determination of the existence of economic coercion , and , wherever possible , efforts to find a solution in cooperation with the third country concerned. any measures imposed by the union should be commensurate with the injury caused by the third countries’ measures of economic coercion. the criteria for defining the union response measures should take into account in particular the need to avoid or minimise collateral effects , administrative burdens and costs imposed on union economic operators as well as the union’s interest. therefore , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve the objectives pursued , in accordance with article 5(4) of the treaty on european union. ### (9) in accordance with the principle of proportionality , it is necessary and appropriate , for creating an effective , credible and comprehensive framework for union action against economic coercion , to lay down rules on the examination , determination and counteraction with regard to third countries’ measures of economic coercion. in particular , the union’s response measures should be preceded by an examination of the facts , a determination of the existence of economic coercion , and , wherever possible , efforts to find a solution in cooperation with the third country concerned. any measures imposed by the union should be commensurate with the injury caused by the third countries’ measures of economic coercion. the criteria for defining the union response measures should take into account in particular the need for certainty and to avoid or minimise collateral effects , administrative burdens and costs imposed on union economic operators and impact of the internal market as well as the union’s interest. therefore , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve the objectives pursued , in accordance with article 5(4) of the treaty on european union.


### (13) the commission should examine whether third-country measures are coercive , on its own initiative or following information received from any source , including legal and natural persons or a member state. following this examination , the commission should determine in a decision whether the third-country measure is coercive. the commission should communicate any affirmative determination to the third country concerned , together with a request that the economic coercion cease and a request , where appropriate , that any injury be repaired. ### (13) the commission should examine whether third-country measures are coercive , on its own initiative or following information received from any source , including legal and natural persons or a member state. following this examination , the commission should determine in a decision whether the third-country measure is coercive. the commission should communicate any affirmative determination to the third country concerned , together with a request that the economic coercion cease within a period of no more than 90 days and a request , where appropriate , that any injury be repaired.


### (15) the union should only impose countermeasures when other means such as negotiations , mediation or adjudication do not lead to the prompt and effective cessation of the economic coercion and to reparation of the injury it has caused to the union or its member states , and where action is necessary to protect the interests and rights of the union and its member states and it is in the union’s interest. it is appropriate that the regulation sets out the applicable rules and procedures for the imposition and application of union response measures and permits expeditious action where necessary to preserve the effectiveness of any union response measures. ### (15) the union should only impose countermeasures when other means such as negotiations , mediation or adjudication do not lead to the prompt and effective cessation of the economic coercion and to reparation of the injury it has caused to the union or its member states , and where action is necessary to protect the eu internal market , the interests and rights of the union and its member states and it is in the union’s interest. it is appropriate that the regulation sets out the applicable rules and procedures for the imposition and application of union response measures and permits expeditious action where necessary to preserve the effectiveness of any union response measures.


### (15) the union should only impose countermeasures when other means such as negotiations , mediation or adjudication do not lead to the prompt and effective cessation of the economic coercion and to reparation of the injury it has caused to the union or its member states , and where action is necessary to protect the interests and rights of the union and its member states and it is in the union’s interest. it is appropriate that the regulation sets out the applicable rules and procedures for the imposition and application of union response measures and permits expeditious action where necessary to preserve the effectiveness of any union response measures. ### (15) the union should only impose countermeasures when other means such as negotiations , mediation or adjudication do not lead to the prompt and effective cessation of the economic coercion and to reparation of the injury it has caused to the union or its member states , and where action is necessary to protect the interests and rights of the union and its member states and it is in the union’s interest. it is appropriate that the regulation sets out the applicable rules and procedures for the imposition and application of union response measures and permits expeditious action to preserve the effectiveness of any union response measures.


### (16) union response measures adopted in accordance with this regulation should be selected and designed on the basis of objective criteria , including: the effectiveness of the measures in inducing the cessation of coercion by the third country; their potential to provide relief to economic operators within the union affected by the third-country measures of economic coercion; the aim of avoiding or minimising negative economic and other effects on the union; and the avoidance of disproportionate administrative complexity and costs. it is also essential that the selection and design of union response measures take account of the union’s interest. union response measures should be selected from a wide array of options in order to allow the adoption of the most suitable measures in any given case. ### (16) union response measures adopted in accordance with this regulation should be selected and designed on the basis of objective criteria , including: the effectiveness of the measures in inducing the cessation of coercion by the third country; their potential to provide relief to economic operators within the union affected by the third-country measures of economic coercion; the aim of avoiding or minimising negative economic and other effects on the union; and the avoidance of disproportionate administrative complexity and costs. it is also essential that the selection and design of union response measures take account of the union’s interest , is proportionate and targeted to maximise the effectiveness of the measure and minimise its impact to union economic operators. union response measures should be selected from a wide array of options in order to allow the adoption of the most suitable measures in any given case.