New CBI sector alert on pipes and process equipment

This CBI sector alert gives an overview of expected innovations and changes. It shows that by controlling fugitive emissions, EU companies can save enormous costs. German institutions have developed the TA-Luft standard, which basically sets maximum permissible emission limits. Although there is no official global standard yet, complying with this standard would considerably increase the opportunities for developing country exporters. Second, more and more EU buyers are selecting suppliers in developing countries on the basis of sound and safe working conditions.