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European Fastener Distribution Conference- Europe/U.S./Taiwan Reps Gather Together
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2025-11-21
Embracing New Challenges in the European Fastener Industry
From September 24 to 27, 2025, the 8th EFDA Conference took place at The Hotel Brussels, Belgium. This year's theme was "Shaping Tomorrow: Europe’s Fastener Distributor Industry in Motion," marking an important moment to reflect on the past and look forward to the future as the EFDA celebrates its 25th anniversary. Representatives from across Europe and the world gathered to discuss economic and political challenges facing the industry and future strategies.
EFDA President Mr. Andreas Bertaggia opened the conference stating, "This year's meeting is held in Brussels, Belgium, the heart of European political and regulatory affairs, which is highly significant. Since its founding in 2000, EFDA has connected fastener distributor associations and independent distributors across Europe to become an important platform for integrating industry interests." Bertaggia emphasized that this is a historic moment. Facing variable international trade policies including the CBAM, anti-dumping measures, and sanctions on Russia, EFDA has demonstrated strong coordination and adaptability by actively assisting members through working groups and committees to meet these challenges. He pointed out that EFDA does not merely react to changes but actively ensures that members can confidently respond to regulatory and market shifts, maintaining industry flexibility and competitiveness. Over the next 25 years, EFDA will continue to provide support and collaborative opportunities to bolster the resilience and growth of the European fastener distribution industry. Additionally, Bertaggia specially invited distinguished speakers from Europe, Asia, and the USA to share economic and political trends and chart a roadmap for the industry.
(EFDA President Andreas Bertaggia) This conference was not only an event for industry exchange but also a platform for member companies to build cooperative networks and share the latest market information and policies. The conference included multiple working committee sessions and task force meetings, deeply discussing and practically applying the CBAM templates and anti-dumping measures. EFDA also provided members with regular updates and training to help them cope with increasingly complex regulatory requirements. Special networking dinners and cocktail parties were arranged to enhance member interaction and cooperation. Through these ongoing efforts, EFDA ensures the European fastener distribution industry moves steadily forward amid globalization and environmental changes.
Distinguished Invited Guests
The conference agenda featured keynote speeches and exchange sessions focusing on the impact of European and global economic and political situations on the fastener industry, and explored leadership and adaptability strategies for the future business environment. Key speakers and topics included:
Paolo Pozzi — President of the European Industrial Fasteners Institute (EIFI)
Pozzi is CEO of the Agrati Group and a senior executive in the fastener manufacturing sector, focusing on advancing European manufacturing technology and international competitiveness. Topic: "Update on the European Fastener Manufacturers Industry."
Arthur Chiang — Chairman of Taiwan Fastener Trading Association
Chiang leads the Taiwanese precision fastener manufacturing and trade community to promote industry consensus, strengthen technical exchange, and expand international markets, continuously enhancing Taiwan's industry competitiveness. Topic: "Current Status of the Taiwan Fastener Industry."
Alexander Börsch — Chief Economist and Director of Research at Deloitte Germany
With expertise in European macroeconomics and geopolitical analysis, assisting organizations to grasp global trends and adjust strategies. Topic: "Economic Outlook: Europe’s Geopolitical. And Competitiveness Challenges."
Lúcio Vinhas de Souza — Director of Economics Department and Chief Economist of BusinessEurope
With over 20 years of experience in EU economic policy and international cooperation, he focuses on European economic governance and industrial strategy. Topic: "The State of The Union: Where Does the EU Stand Economically and Politically?"
Sam Potolicchio — Professor of Leadership and Political Communication at Georgetown University, USA, and President of the Preparing Global Leaders Forum
Dedicated to global leadership cultivation and organizational change. Topic: "Leadership in a Globalized Economy: Navigating Complexity and Change."
Members of EFDA
European Fastener Distributor Association, covering multiple national member associations and independent companies, with over 2,500 distributors and an annual turnover exceeding €1.5 billion.
Asociación de Distribuidores Españoles de Fijaciónes, a Spanish fastener distributors association with 12 members, focusing on promoting cooperation among importers and suppliers in Spain and improving adaptation to European standards and regulations.
British & Irish Association of Fastener Distributers, established for over 70 years, balancing interests between local manufacturers and distributors, with over 100 members actively addressing Brexit, anti-dumping, and CBAM challenges.
Fachverband des Schrauben-Großhandels e.V., a German fastener wholesale association, the largest fastener distributor group in Germany, covering most major wholesalers, focusing on anti-dumping and standardization, with a youth professional group named Young FDS.
Nederlandse Vereniging Van Importeurs van Bevestigingsmaterialen en Aanverwante Industriële Producten, a Dutch association for fastener and related industrial products importers, advocating free trade principles and actively participating in EU policy formulation.
Association des Distributeurs Français Spécialistes en Eléments de Fixations, a French fastener specialist distributor association, founded in 1987, promoting experience sharing and policy tracking within the French distribution market; also a founding member of EFDA.
Unione Distributori Italiani Bulloneria, an Italian bolt distributors union, founded in 1976, providing a common voice for Italian fastener wholesalers, advancing industry policy and generational transition with a youth group UDIB YOUNG.
MEFDA, a subgroup established specifically for importers and distributors from European countries lacking a national distributor association, currently with 16 members from 8 countries, actively involved in EFDA affairs.
歐洲扣件經銷商大會
比利時布魯塞爾
產業交流
碳邊境調整機制
反傾銷
西班牙扣件經銷商協會
英國及愛爾蘭扣件經銷商協會
德國螺絲批發協會
荷蘭扣件及相關工業產品進口商協會
法國扣件專業經銷商協會
義大利螺栓經銷商聯盟
MEFDA
EFDA
European Fastener Distribution Conference
industry exchange
CBAM
anti-dumping
ADEFI
BIAFD
FDS
PRISMEFIX
MEFDA
UDIB
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國際展會
惠達雜誌
匯達實業
外銷媒合
廣告刊登
螺絲五金
五金工具
緊固件
台灣扣件展
印度新德里螺絲展
越南河內螺絲展
墨西哥瓜達拉哈拉螺絲展
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義大利米蘭螺絲展
德國司徒加特螺絲展
德國杜塞道夫線材展
Fastener
Hand Tool
Hardware
Component
Fastener World
Wire Dusseldorf
Fastener Fair India
Fastener Fair Vietnam
Fastener Fair Mexico
Fastener Poland
Fastener Fair Italy
IFE
Fastener Fair Global
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