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Europe should think more 'Made with Europe', not 'Made in Europe', BMW official says

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Posted on June 18, 2026

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· Last updated: June 18, 2026

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BMW Official: Europe Should Focus on 'Made with Europe' in Local Supply Strategies

BMW Supervisory Board Chairman Comments on European Supply Strategies

Perspective on 'Made with Europe' vs. 'Made in Europe'

PARIS, June 18 (Reuters) - Europe should aim to think more in terms of "Made with Europe" rather than "Made in Europe" for local supplies, BMW supervisory board chairman Nicolas Peter said on Thursday.

EU Industrial Policy and Electrification Shift

The EU has been weighing a "Made in Europe" framework as part of broader industrial policy in its shift to electrification, with policymakers considering local content thresholds, state support and incentives linked to regional production.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Gilles Guillaume; Writing by Sudip Kar-Gupta; Editing by Makini Brice and Barbara Lewis)

Key Takeaways

  • BMW proposes “Made with Europe” to include trusted partners beyond the EU, aiming for flexible, resilient supply chains.
  • Policymakers are exploring “Made in Europe” frameworks with local content thresholds, subsidies, and incentives tied to regional production for EVs and batteries.
  • Europe remains divided—with France backing stricter “Made in Europe” rules and Germany advocating broader “Made with Europe” inclusivity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did BMW's Nicolas Peter say about European supply chains?
Nicolas Peter suggested Europe should prioritize 'Made with Europe' over 'Made in Europe' for local supplies.
What is the ‘Made in Europe’ framework?
The 'Made in Europe' framework is an EU policy proposal linking incentives and support to regional production and local content.
Why is Europe focusing on local supplies in its industrial policy?
Europe is shifting its industrial policy to support electrification, aiming for regional production and local supply chains.
Who is Nicolas Peter?
Nicolas Peter is the chairman of the supervisory board at BMW.
What are EU policymakers considering in industrial policy?
Policymakers are considering local content thresholds, state support, and production incentives.

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