Regulatory
The crème de la crème when it comes to EU regulations in the fields of food & beverages and life sciences. From plant protection products to geographical indications (GI) for wine and data protection for medicines, this team of EU regulatory and IP specialists makes sure your product is protected and compliant.
Like you, we stand out in the crowd
Being located in Brussels has its advantages. For one, ALTIUS is ‘down the street’ from the EU headquarters, which makes working with EU regulators straightforward. Add in the fact that the EU regulatory team has multi-lingual experts on everything from plant protection products, medical devices and GI regulations to ICT rules, these specialists make sure your company is aligned to the latest regulations and that your products are looked after.
Focusing on EU law as a standalone practice, our exceptional specialists work in a variety of areas including agriculture, food, consumer protection, data protection, intellectual property, labelling & packaging, and life sciences.
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At ALTIUS, we look at your business from two different angles: legal
practice and industry sector. Our teams of specialised lawyers are
additionally grouped into dedicated, cross-specialty, industry-focused
teams. Whether you are looking for a dedicated legal specialist or a
team of industry insiders, at ALTIUS, we got your legal issue covered.
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means…
At ALTIUS, we believe business is always personal. That’s why we’re so much more than just great lawyers; we are team players and relationship builders. Combining legal excellence with passion, optimism, and good judgement, we bring a fresh perspective and genuine commitment. Whatever your legal challenges, we think in new ways and find innovative solutions.
Our latest regulatory news
Belgian Parliament has adopted urgent 2026 healthcare budget measures: what’s the impact on the pharma industry?
Over the Christmas break, the Belgian Parliament adopted an urgent law with several measures linked to the approved 2026 healthcare budget, with effect from 1 January 2026. The law is intentionally limited to provisions that must enter into force immediately to ensure that the required savings and revenues are available from the start of the […]
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EU Reaches Pharma Package Deal: Key Changes at a Glance
On 11 December 2025, following overnight negotiations, the Council and the European Parliament announced a political agreement on the long-awaited Pharma Package (see here). The reform seeks to update the EU’s pharmaceutical rulebook to facilitate access to safe and affordable treatments and bolster the life sciences sector’s competitiveness. While more detailed information is still trickling […]
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Food Hygiene for Fish: EU General Court Requires Scientific Basis to “Clarify” the Law
Food company Mowi Poland successfully challenged the European Commission’s new hygiene rules governing ‘stiffening’—a specialised fish processing technique—on the grounds that the Commission failed to obtain mandatory scientific consultation. While the Commission defended its approach by characterising the measures as mere “clarification” of existing law and citing industry guidelines as support, the EU General Court […]
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