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About EUCOPE

The European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE) is Europe’s trade body that gives a bigger voice to small and mid-sized innovative companies working in the field of biopharmaceuticals and medical technologies. Through its members, EUCOPE represents 2600+ biopharmaceutical companies that are researching, designing, developing, supplying, manufacturing, and deploying the next generation of pharmaceutical innovation and therapeutic solutions around the continent.

Based in Brussels, Belgium, EUCOPE’s commitment is to lead and engage in partnerships spanning the entire medicine lifecycle to find actionable solutions that benefit our members, the patients they serve, and healthcare systems overall. As a trade association, we advocate for sound public policy that supports innovation, while fostering a community built on a shared purpose: improving and saving the lives of European patients through ground-breaking therapies and medical technology. We provide a platform for discussion on major healthcare topics and developments, provide ad hoc expertise and updates on national market access and HTA issues and ensure that our members’ voices are heard first in the early stages of policy-making and legislative procedures.

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Upcoming Events

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15. October 2025

EUCOPE Members Meeting

This meeting is for EUCOPE Members only. For meeting details or the agenda, please contact Saskia Jansen.

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News & Updates

EU Medical Countermeasures and Stockpiling Strategies: critical steps toward stronger health emergency preparedness

Brussels, 9 July 2025 – The European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE) reckons both the EU Medical Countermeasures and Stockpiling Strategies, published today, as positive steps toward improving the EU’s preparedness for future health emergencies. In an increasingly uncertain geopolitical scenario, strengthening the EU medical… read more

Job Opening: Regulatory Affairs (Senior) Manager

Location: Brussels, Belgium (On-site) Contract Type: Full-time, 12-month initial contract (with view to permanent CDI) Start Date: September 2025 Application Deadline:  31 July 2025 About Us EUCOPE – The European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs – is growing! We represent innovative small and mid-sized pharmaceutical and… read more

EU Life Sciences Strategy: a step towards a stronger, innovation-friendly ecosystem

Brussels, 2 July 2025 – The European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE) appreciates and supports the European Commission’s ambition to strengthen the EU’s healthcare ecosystem through a comprehensive EU Life Sciences Strategy. A more integrated and innovation-friendly regulatory framework is essential for the EU to… read more

SOUNDS OF SCIENCE PODCAST EPISODE #22 – Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: EUCOPE’s Position and Industry Perspectives

Sounds of Science – Episode 22 Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: EUCOPE’s Position and Industry Perspectives In this episode of EUCOPE Sounds of Science, the discussion centers on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), often referred to as the “silent killer” due to its escalating threat to public health and… read more

EUCOPE Member Spotlight: Q&A with Jane Cooper Senior Vice President and Region Head for Ultragenyx Europe, Middle East and Africa

Every month, EUCOPE spotlights a member company and the great work they’re doing to advance the life sciences industry and drive innovation to serve patients better. In June, we spoke with Jane Cooper Senior Vice President and Region Head for Ultragenyx Europe, Middle East and… read more

EUCOPE Response to Council Agreement on Pharma Package: Innovation must remain a priority

Brussels, 5 June 2025 – Following the negotiators in the Council having agreed their General Approach yesterday (4 June), the European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE) acknowledges the step forward in the legislative process and urges EU policymakers to safeguard the EU’s innovation-driven life sciences… read more

SOUNDS OF SCIENCE PODCAST EPISODE #21 – EU Biotech Act: How to ensure the biopharmaceutical sector thrives in the EU

Sounds of Science  – episode 21 – EU Biotech Act: How to ensure the biopharmaceutical sector thrives in the EU The EU Biotech Act is one of the priorities of the current Commission’s legislative mandate. Following the European Commission’s Communication on boosting biotechnology and biomanufacturing… read more

EUCOPE Member Spotlight: Q&A with Muriel O’Byrne Senior Vice President and Head of International Regulatory Affairs and the European Business Office at Regeneron

Every month, EUCOPE spotlights a member company and its great work in advancing the life sciences industry and driving innovation to serve patients better. In April, we spoke with Dr. Muriel O’Byrne, Senior Vice President and Head of International Regulatory Affairs and the European Business… read more

Joint EUCOPE – IFPMA statement to support the adoption of the WHA Resolution on Rare Diseases

    16 April 2025, Geneva –  The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA), representing the innovative pharmaceutical industry worldwide, and the European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE), representing small and mid-sized innovative health technology companies in Europe, welcome and echo the Call… read more

EUCOPE Member Spotlight: Q&A with Corinne Schmitz – Chairman, Founder & CEO at Azurbio Pharma

Every month, EUCOPE spotlights a member company and the great work they’re doing to advance the life sciences industry and drive innovation to serve patients better. In April, we spoke with Corinne Schmitz Chairman, Founder & CEO at Azurbio Pharma. Corinne Schmitz is an accomplished… read more

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EUCOPE gives voice to small to medium-sized innovative companies active in the field of pharmaceuticals, biotechnologies, and medical technologies at the European level. Learn more about the benefits of membership with EUCOPE.

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