The European Cultural and Creative Industries Alliance (ECCIA) is composed of seven European cultural and creative industries organisations - Altagamma (Italy), Circulo Fortuny (Spain), Comité Colbert (France), Gustaf III Kommitté (Sweden), Laurel (Portugal), Meisterkreis (Germany) and Walpole (UK) - who between them represent over 600 brands and cultural institutions.

Based on art, culture and creativity, our work is underpinned by continuous innovation, a relentless focus on quality, highly skilled employment and strong exports abroad. Our members strive for the highest quality in all they do, from products and services all the way to the experience offered to consumers.

Altagamma

Italy

Circulo Fortuny

Spain

Comité Colbert

France

Gustaf III Kommitté

Sweden

Laurel

Portugal

Meisterkreis

Germany

Walpole

Key priorities

Developing High-end E-commerce
Protecting and promoting Creativity through Intellectual Property
Promoting Savoir-faire and Skills in Europe
Promoting the Attractiveness of Europe through Tourism
Advocating for a fair Access to Markets

Key figures

A key driver of growth and jobs in Europe and an ambassador of European values worldwide.
European high-end cultural and creative brands account for over 70% of the world’s market
High-end CCIs employ over 2 million people in Europe
They export on average more than 60% of their output

Activities

18.01.24

20.06.23

ECCIA Position paper on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation proposal

20.06.23

ECCIA Position paper on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

17.05.22

ECCIA HIGH-END TOURISM - A Strong Driver for Europe

04.05.22

Together against counterfeiting Alliance welcomes political agreement on DSA but more forceful regulation is needed

ECCIA Executive Committee Composition

ECCIA gathers the six national associations representing the European high-end industries and its presidency is organised on a rotating basis. ECCIA is governed by an Executive Committee gathering representatives from each national association and non-voting members.