Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/136
This regulation is essentially a technical correction. It addresses an error in the Swedish language version of a previous regulation, Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1302, specifically regarding a reference within Article 9(1) concerning position limits for commodity derivatives. The goal is to ensure all language versions of the regulation are accurate and consistent, it will not affect anything but the Swedish version of the document.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/100
This regulation amends Regulations (EU) No 748/2012 and (EU) No 1321/2014 concerning aviation safety. It modifies rules around airworthiness reviews, airworthiness certificates, and incident reporting. The aim is to simplify the existing regulations, align them with the risks associated with different types of aircraft and operations, and prevent misinterpretations. The most important part of this act is airworthiness reviews and issuance of the safety certificate. It will also harmonise incident reporting rules.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/108
This regulation authorizes the use of the colorant ponceau 4R as a sensory additive in animal feed, specifically for fishing bait used to attract freshwater fish. It sets a maximum limit of 15 mg/kg for this additive in complementary feed. The authorization is valid until 2036, but it is important to note that the use of ponceau 4R is prohibited in aquaculture feed. It also requires feed manufacturers to put in place measures to protect users from potential health risks.
Council Regulation (EU) 2026/150
This regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2021/1173 to boost the EU’s capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies. It does so by expanding the mission of the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) to include support for “AI gigafactories” – large-scale facilities for developing and deploying advanced AI models. It also provides greater support for quantum technology research. This regulation will enable the EU to fund and facilitate the creation of infrastructure for AI and quantum computing, with the intention of strengthening the EU’s competitive edge and technological independence in these critical areas.
Agreement on Digital Trade between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore
This agreement aims to facilitate digital trade between the EU and Singapore. It establishes rules for cross-border data flows, data protection, online consumer protection, electronic contracts, and cybersecurity. It promotes an open and secure online environment and cooperation on digital trade issues. It gives SMEs more opportunities to benefit from digital trade.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/56 of 23 October 2025 amending Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 as regards certificate of airworthiness and restricted certificate of airworthiness
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/136 of 8 October 2025 correcting the Swedish language version of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1302 supplementing Directive 2014/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to regulatory technical standards for the application of position limits to commodity derivatives and procedures for applying for exemption from position limits
This Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/136 addresses an error found in the Swedish language version of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1302. The error pertains to an incorrect reference within Article 9(1) concerning a derogation related to position limits for commodity derivatives. This correction ensures the accuracy and consistency of the legal text across all language versions.
The Regulation consists of two articles. Article 1 stipulates the correction to the Swedish language version of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1302, while Article 2 specifies the entry into force of the current Regulation, which is the twentieth day following its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. This Regulation does not introduce new provisions or alter the substance of the original regulation, except for rectifying the identified error in the Swedish version.
The most important aspect of this regulation is the correction it makes to the Swedish language version of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1302. Market participants and national authorities using the Swedish version should be aware of this correction to ensure they are applying the correct legal reference when dealing with position limits for commodity derivatives.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/100 of 15 January 2026 amending Regulations (EU) No 748/2012 and (EU) No 1321/2014 as regards the airworthiness review process, the airworthiness certificate and occurrence reporting, and correcting Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014
This is a description of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/100, which amends Regulations (EU) No 748/2012 and (EU) No 1321/2014. The amending regulation addresses the airworthiness review process, airworthiness certificates, and occurrence reporting, and also corrects Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014. The aim is to reduce the complexity of existing rules, align them with the risks associated with different categories of aircraft and operations, and simplify and harmonize the rules to avoid misinterpretations.
The regulation modifies several annexes of Regulations (EU) No 748/2012 and (EU) No 1321/2014. It amends Annex I (Part 21) and Annex Ib (Part 21 Light) of Regulation (EU) No 748/2012 regarding airworthiness certificates. It also amends Annex I (Part-M), Annex Vb (Part-ML), Annex Vc (Part-CAMO), and Annex Vd (Part-CAO) of Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014, focusing on airworthiness review processes and occurrence reporting. Additionally, it corrects specific points in Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 related to aircraft maintenance licenses and information security risk management.
The most important provisions of this regulation include changes to the airworthiness review process to enhance efficiency and limit the need for recommendations to national competent authorities. It also facilitates the issuance of airworthiness certificates for aircraft transferred between Member States and introduces alternative mechanisms for aircraft imported from third countries when a statement of airworthiness status is unavailable. Furthermore, the regulation aligns occurrence-reporting systems with the principles set out in Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 to ensure compliance and uniform implementation.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/108 of 16 January 2026 concerning the authorisation of ponceau 4R as a feed additive for its use in baits for freshwater food-producing finfish
This Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/108 authorises the use of ponceau 4R as a sensory additive in animal nutrition, specifically for use in fishing baits designed to attract freshwater fish. The regulation specifies that ponceau 4R falls under the category of ‘colourants’ within sensory additives and outlines the conditions under which it can be used. It ensures that the additive meets the safety and efficacy standards set by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
The regulation consists of two articles and an annex. Article 1 sanctions the use of ponceau 4R as a feed additive under the conditions specified in the annex. Article 2 stipulates that the regulation will take effect 20 days after its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The annex specifies the identification number, name, composition, analytical method, target animal species, and maximum content of ponceau 4R in complementary feed. It also includes other provisions related to storage, usage restrictions, and safety measures for users of the additive.
The most important provisions of this regulation include the authorization of ponceau 4R as a feed additive for fishing baits, the specification of its maximum content in complementary feed (15 mg/kg), and the requirement for feed business operators to establish operational procedures and safety measures to protect users from potential health risks. The regulation explicitly prohibits the use of ponceau 4R in aquaculture feed and mandates the indication of storage conditions and stability to heat treatment in the directions for use of the additive and premixtures. The authorisation is valid until 8 February 2036.
Council Regulation (EU) 2026/150 of 16 January 2026 amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1173 on establishing the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking
Here’s a breakdown of Council Regulation (EU) 2026/150 amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1173:
This regulation aims to bolster the EU’s capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies by amending the existing framework for the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU). It introduces the concept of “AI gigafactories” – large-scale facilities for developing and deploying advanced AI models – and provides the EuroHPC JU with the legal and financial means to support their establishment and operation. The regulation also enhances support for quantum technology research, innovation, and infrastructure development. Ultimately, the goal is to strengthen the EU’s competitiveness, strategic autonomy, and technological sovereignty in these critical fields.
The amending regulation modifies several articles of Regulation (EU) 2021/1173 and its annex. Key changes include:
* **Definitions:** Introducing definitions for “Artificial Intelligence gigafactory,” “Artificial Intelligence gigafactory Consortium,” and related terms to clarify the scope and structure of these new facilities.
* **Mission of the Joint Undertaking:** Expanding the mission to include developing and maintaining a world-leading ecosystem for supercomputing, quantum computing, service, and data infrastructure.
* **Pillars of Activity:** Adding new pillars for AI gigafactories and quantum technologies, outlining specific activities and objectives for each.
* **Financial Contribution:** Increasing the Union’s financial contribution to the Joint Undertaking and allowing for additional funding from other EU programs, subject to matching contributions from Participating States.
* **Artificial Intelligence gigafactory:** Introducing a new article (12b) dedicated to AI gigafactories, covering aspects such as location, financial support, participation rules, selection process, ownership, access time, and governance.
* **Industrial and Scientific Advisory Board:** Restructuring the Advisory Board to include a dedicated Quantum Technologies Advisory Group.
Several provisions of this regulation are particularly important for its practical application:
* **Article 12b:** This article provides the framework for establishing and operating AI gigafactories, including the financial contributions from the Union and Participating States, the selection process for AI gigafactory Consortia, and the conditions for access to these facilities.
* **Article 5:** This article outlines the financial contributions to the Joint Undertaking, including the increased funding from Horizon Europe, the Digital Europe Programme, and the Connecting Europe Facility.
* **Article 12b(8):** This article allows Member States to allocate part of their Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) funds to finance their contributions to AI gigafactories, providing a flexible mechanism for national funding.
* **Article 12b(9):** This article allows Member States to finance the acquisition and operation of new AI, HPC, or quantum computing infrastructures within their territory, with the possibility of receiving a “EuroHPC AI and Compute Infrastructure Seal” and being federated with Union-level infrastructures.
* **Article 12b(17):** This article details the specific conditions that must be included in the AI gigafactory Hosting Agreement to protect the Union’s strategic interests, including provisions for scrutiny, control, and access for Union users.
Agreement on digital trade between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore
This is an analysis of the Agreement on Digital Trade between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore.
**1. Essence of the Act:**
The Agreement on Digital Trade between the EU and Singapore aims to facilitate digital trade in goods and services between the parties. It establishes a framework for cooperation and sets out rules to promote an open, transparent, and secure digital environment. The agreement covers areas such as cross-border data flows, personal data protection, electronic contracts, online consumer protection, and cybersecurity. It builds upon the existing Free Trade Agreement between the EU and Singapore and the EU-Singapore Digital Partnership.
**2. Structure and Main Provisions:**
The Agreement is structured into three chapters:
* **Chapter One: General Provisions:** Defines the objective and scope of the agreement, affirming the parties’ right to regulate and providing definitions of key terms.
* **Chapter Two: Digital Trade Disciplines:** This is the core of the agreement, outlining specific provisions related to:
* **Data Flows with Trust:** Ensuring cross-border data flows while protecting personal data.
* **Specific Provisions:** Covering customs duties, no prior authorization for online services, electronic contracts, electronic authentication and signatures, source code, online consumer protection, unsolicited commercial electronic messages, cooperation on digital trade issues, access to and use of the Internet, open government data, electronic invoicing, paperless trading, single window systems, electronic transactions framework, electronic payments, cybersecurity, standards, technical regulations, conformity assessment procedures, small and medium-sized enterprises, digital inclusion, information sharing and stakeholder engagement.
* **Chapter Three: Exceptions, Dispute Settlement, Institutional, and Final Provisions:** Addresses exceptions to the agreement, dispute settlement mechanisms, institutional arrangements for implementation, and final provisions such as entry into force and termination.
Compared to previous versions (specifically, certain articles in the Free Trade Agreement between the EU and Singapore), this agreement provides more detailed and updated provisions on digital trade, reflecting the evolving nature of the digital economy. Key changes include updated articles on data processing, customs duties on digital transmissions, electronic signatures, and regulatory cooperation on electronic commerce.
**3. Main Provisions for Practical Use:**
* **Cross-Border Data Flows (Article 5):** Establishes rules against unjustified restrictions on data transfers, which is crucial for businesses operating in both regions.
* **Personal Data Protection (Article 6):** Recognizes the importance of personal data protection and encourages convergence between the EU and Singapore’s data protection regimes.
* **Online Consumer Protection (Article 12):** Sets out measures to protect consumers engaged in electronic commerce, including access to redress and clear information on goods and services.
* **Electronic Authentication and Electronic Signatures (Article 10):** Ensures that electronic signatures are not denied legal effect and promotes the use of interoperable electronic authentication methods.
* **Cybersecurity (Article 22):** Recognizes the importance of cybersecurity and encourages collaboration to mitigate cyber threats.
* **Open Government Data (Article 16):** Encourages the parties to make government data digitally available for public access and use, which can foster economic and social development.
* **Electronic Invoicing (Article 17):** Promotes the adoption of interoperable electronic invoicing frameworks to improve cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
* **Paperless Trading (Article 18):** Encourages the elimination of paper forms and documents for import, export, and transit of goods.
* **Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (Article 24):** Recognizes the fundamental role of SMEs and aims to enhance their opportunities to benefit from digital trade.
* **Digital Inclusion (Article 25):** Recognizes the importance of digital inclusion and aims to remove barriers to participation in digital trade.
