On 26th March, the British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg (BCC) welcomed members and guests to an engaging breakfast panel discussion centred around one of the most ambitious pieces of European employment legislation in recent years: the EU Pay Transparency Directive. The event, hosted by Baker McKenzie Luxembourg and organised by the BCC Sustainability Working Group, brought together experts from legal, corporate, and recruitment fields to explore how transparency can become a catalyst for fairness, equity, and long-term business resilience. Moderated by Nadia Eatough, member of the BCC Sustainability Working Group, the session encouraged an open, thoughtful exchange of perspectives on the practical implications of the directive ahead of its June 2026 implementation deadline.
Startup World Cup Luxembourg 2025 Thursday, 22 May 2025 is a global series of conferences and competitions with the goal of bridging worldwide startup ecosystems together, and encourage the most talented entrepreneurs to battle for the prestige of winning the Startup World Cup and a US$1 million prize in investment. For this competition, more than 50 regional semi-finals are scheduled all over the world.
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NautaDutilh announces the appointment of Meliha Dacic as a partner in the firm’s Banking & Finance practice, effective 1 April 2025. With this addition, the firm now has nine partners in Luxembourg and a total of 40 lawyers, reinforcing its position as a leading full-service law firm. Meliha joined NautaDutilh in 2012 and brings over a decade of experience in the firm’s banking, finance, and capital markets practice.
LUXEMBOURG, March 20, 2025 – Aztec Group ("Aztec" or the "Group"), a leading international fund and corporate services provider, today announced the launch of a new online resource aimed at supporting U.S. alternative investment managers in navigating the complexities of fundraising and operating in Europe. The resource, titled Fundraising in Europe: The Essential Guide for U.S. Alternative Investment Managers, offers detailed, step-by-step guidance on establishing and operating a fund in Europe. It covers a wide range of topics, including fund structuring, marketing, compliance, and operational best practices.
Global law firm Ashurst announces that Karen Davies has been re-elected as Global Chair of the firm for a second term, effective 1 August 2025. Paul Jenkins, Global CEO commented: “On behalf of the partnership, I am delighted to congratulate Karen on her re-appointment as Global Chair.
On 10 September 2024, the UK Government announced that all visitors to the UK, except British and Irish nationals, will need travel authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK. From 27 November 2024, non-EU passport holders can apply for an ETA to travel to the UK from 08 January 2025. ETAs will then extend to EU passport holders from 05 March 2025, to travel to the UK from 02 April 2025. This digital visa, similar to the American Esta, will cost £10 (around €12). The ETA will be valid for several trips over a two-year period and will allow people to stay for up to six months on each visit.
BSP advised Banque Internationale à Luxembourg (BIL) and Banque et Caisse d'Epargne de l'Etat, Luxembourg (BCEE) on a financing provided to partially finance the acquisition of Lemanik Asset Management by affiliates of BlackFin Capital Partners. The acquisition was mainly financed through equity provided by BlackFin Capital Partners with part of the purchase price being financed through a Luxembourg law financing.
On March 10, the British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg marked International Women’s Day by hosting an inspiring conversation with Luxembourg’s most decorated cyclist, Christine Majerus. The event, aligned with the BCC’s tradition of celebrating outstanding women in Luxembourg, shed light on the challenges and triumphs of women in professional cycling and beyond.
Luxembourg, 10 March 2025 – Festival Events Asbl today announced the launch of the 16th British & Irish Film Festival Luxembourg 2025 Spring Edition: most screenings will be held at Ciné Utopia, with the Shorts Evening at the Cinémathèque. While the core festival dates are from 22 – 29 March, we are having two other screenings before these dates. The film festival provides a unique opportunity for viewers to experience a wide selection of new films from Britain and Ireland.
The British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg (BCC) held a “Fireside Chat” with Philip Hammond, former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary, at Linklaters in Luxembourg-Kirchberg on Tuesday 25 February 2025. The sold-out event saw Philip Hammond discuss geopolitical changes, defence and economic policy with journalist Duncan Roberts.
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations are reshaping corporate responsibilities across Europe, with Luxembourg playing a key role in sustainability initiatives. Post-Brexit, the UK and EU have developed distinct ESG frameworks, requiring businesses operating in both regions to navigate differing compliance requirements. This paper compares the UK and EU regulatory landscapes, focusing on key directives such as CSRD, SFDR, and the EU Taxonomy, and their potential implications for UK businesses with operations in Luxembourg.
