Adecco
Adecco is the world leader in human resource solutions, with a comprehensive service offering that includes temporary and contract staffing, outsourcing, permanent recruitment, outplacement and career services, training and consulting. With 6700 offices in 70 countries and territories, the company is well positioned to service its client base, be this for large global clients or small local business partners.
www.adecco.com/Channels/adeccoNewVI/home/home1.asp

AECA
The American European Community Association is an independent, non-profit, non-partisan association that provides a dynamic forum for informed debate on key global business, economic and political issues, with the goal of improving international understanding and cooperation. AECA unites leading North American and European business, political, diplomatic and academic representatives in a comprehensive network, and serves as a channel for constructive exchange and interaction in the pursuit of common goals. AECA seeks to promote the interests of the transatlantic communities within a globalised world economy.
www.aeca.org

APCO Europe
APCO Worldwide, an award-winning, independent public affairs and strategic communication firm, specialises in providing targeted solutions to issues and opportunities faced by clients. With offices throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, APCO’s areas of expertise include: Corporate, investor and internal communication; Crisis management; Government relations; Issue management; Litigation communication; Market entry; and Strategic philanthropy. Governments, corporations, industry associations, and non-profit organizations benefit from an array of services including strategic counsel, media relations, opinion research, grassroots advocacy, coalition building, event management, spokesperson training and technology solutions for communication programs. Founded in 1984, APCO is an independent firm with a global headquarters in Washington, D.C. Clients include seven of the top 10 Fortune 500 companies
www.apcoworldwide.com/

AREVA
With manufacturing facilities in 41 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO2-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. AREVA is the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field. Our 61,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group’s industrial strategy. AREVA’s businesses help meet the 21st century’s greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.
www.areva.com

ASECAP
ASECAP (Association Européenne des Concessionnaires d’Autoroutes et d’Ouvrages à Péage) is the only European professional Association of operators of toll road infrastructures. It brings together 16 Full members (France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Slovenia, Serbia, Belgium, The Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Norway, Denmark, Poland) and 4 Associate members (Morocco, Germany, Slovakia, Czech Republic) that manage a total toll network of over 26,000 kilometers. ASECAP's mission is to promote toll as the most efficient tool to finance the construction, operation and maintenance of motorways and other major road infrastructures. ASECAP and its members are committed to: exchanging information and experience, participating in research programmes and further developing and enhancing the direct “user/payer” toll system as an instrument of a sustainable, safe and environmentally friendly transport policy; and strengthening the efficiency of their networks and permanently improving the level of services provided to the European citizens, by keeping up with the latest technology developments and the best operational practices.
www.asecap.com/english/index.html

BASE
BASE n.v./s.a. is a 100% subsidiary of KPN Mobiel N.V., the mobile division of Koninklijke KPN N.V. KPN offers mobile voice and data services in Germany (E-Plus), Belgium (BASE) and the Netherlands (KPN, Hi and Telfort). At the end of the 3rd quarter of 2006, BASE had 503 employees and a market share in number of customers of ca. 21%. In 2005, BASE had a yearly turnover of 548 million euros. The company’s headquarters are in Brussels; it positions itself as an innovator in products and services via a segmented approach.
www.base.be

BEDA
BEDA was founded in 1969 to coordinate at the European level the activities and interests of its members, now including design organisations such as the professional societies, promotional, educational, research, social and design management networks, and to create an effective platform for that professional network. BEDA is established under Dutch law in the Netherlands, with its offices in Barcelona. After its General Assembly in March 2006, BEDA has now 36 members in 20 member states, including Norway and Switzerland. It is estimated that through its membership, BEDA represents the interests of some 200,000 professional designers. The organisation’s objective is to support the development of long-term policies on design for Europe, to promote the use of design across the continent and thereby helping industry compete in world markets. BEDA communicates these values to the European Commission and other relevant institutions of the European Union.
www.beda.org/

BP
BP is of one of the world's largest energy companies, providing its customers with fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, retail services and petrochemicals products for everyday items. Our business is about finding, producing and marketing the natural energy resources on which the modern world depends. We operate in 100 countries with established businesses in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Africa. Our business is run on the principles of strong corporate governance, a clear system of delegating accountability and a set of values and policies that guide our behaviour.
www.bp.com/home.do

BT
BT is one of the world's leading providers of communications solutions serving customers in Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific. Its principal activities include networked IT services, local, national and international telecommunications services, and higher-value broadband and internet products and services. BT consists principally of three lines of business: BT Retail, providing a comprehensive range of communications and related services to more than 20m UK consumers and businesses; BT Wholesale, providing network services and solutions within the UK to more than 600 fixed and mobile operators and service providers including the provision of broadband and private circuits; and BT Global Services, providing networked IT services to meet the needs of multi-site organisations globally. BT Global Services operates in more than 130 countries and also offers international carrier services. In the year ended 31 March 2005, BT Group's turnover was £18,623 million with profit before goodwill amortisation, exceptional items and taxation of £2,085 million. BT Group plc is listed on stock exchanges in London and New York. British Telecommunications plc (BT) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BT Group and encompasses virtually all businesses and assets of the BT Group.
www.bt.com/

Cargill
Cargill is an international provider of food, agricultural and risk management products and services. With 158,000 employees in 66 countries, the company is committed to using its knowledge and experience to collaborate with customers to help them succeed. For more information visit
www.cargill.com/

CIAA
The EU food and drink industry is an important pillar of the European economy, serving approximately 500 million consumers with a vast variety of safe and high quality products. It is the largest manufacturing sector in Europe, with a turnover of Euro 870 billion in 2006, and provides direct employment to over 4 million people. CIAA represents the European food and drink industry and its mission is to help pro-actively develop an environment (enlarged EU and global markets) in which all European F&D companies, whatever their size, can compete effectively for sustainable growth, meeting the needs of consumers and playing their part in delivering the targets set by the Lisbon declaration of the European Council. CIAA's permanent secretariat, based in Brussels, maintains close contacts with European and international institutions and has become a major partner in consultations on food-related developments. CIAA has become a trusted partner as a result of its longstanding work, in particular on horizontal food issues such as food quality and safety, nutrition and health, novel foods, labelling, the Common Agricultural Policy, international trade issues, sustainable development, respect for the environment and enlargement.
www.ciaa.be and www.active-lifestyle.eu/

Cleary Gottlieb
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a leading international law firm widely recognized for its expertise in finance, mergers and acquisitions and antitrust law, as well as for its tax, regulatory and litigation practice. The firm was founded in 1946 by lawyers committed to excellence in the practice of law, the highest ethical standards and diversity and individuality in its lawyers. The firm’s clients include corporations, banks and other financial institutions engaged in domestic and international matters. The firm also regularly represents sovereign governments and international and multi-lateral organizations, as well as individuals, trusts and non-profit institutions. Since opening its first office outside the United States more than a half century ago, Cleary Gottlieb has been a pioneer in the globalization of the practice of law, building a highly competitive, multi-cultural and multi-lingual firm with a compelling track record in key markets. Approximately 70 partners reside outside the United States, and more than one-third of its partners have served in two or more of the firm’s offices.
www.cgsh.com/

Clingendael Institute - The Netherlands
The objective of the Netherlands Institute of International Relations, known as “Clingendael”, is to promote the understanding of international affairs. Special attention is devoted to European integration, transatlantic relations, international security, conflict studies, policy making on national and international energy markets, negotiations and diplomacy, and to the United Nations and other international organisations. Clingendael seeks to achieve this objective through research, by publishing studies, organising courses and training programmes, and by providing information. The Institute acts in an advisory capacity to the government, parliament and social organisations, holds conferences and seminars, maintains a library and documentation centre, and publishes a Dutch-language monthly on international politics as well as a newsletter. Clingendael currently employs some 70 staff, the majority of whom are researchers and training staff.Clingendael is an institute with an international focus. International political leaders, diplomats, journalists and researchers are frequently invited to give lectures and to take part in conferences and seminars. Visiting scholars from all over the world participate in the Institute’s activities. The Institute provides training courses in European relations and other subjects for diplomats from Central and Eastern Europe, the now independent states of the former Soviet Union, and Southern Africa, and assists in the training of specialists in various countries. Clingendael maintains regular contact with other major research institutes throughout Europe and the United States and, together with similar institutes in Western Europe, prepares studies for the European Commission.
www.clingendael.nl/

Confrontations Europe
Confrontations Europe is a European “think-tank” that brings together people of different political leanings and experiences: company managers, trade unionists, politicians, academics, students, key players from associations and the political scene. Its main objective is to revive public debate and to contribute to better citizen information. Its members endeavour to share an analysis of globalisation and major changes, and on this basis, to better imagine the possible options available for necessary reforms in France and in Europe. In order to share our analysis and better understand the European construction, you can subscribe for 38 euros to our publications : a monthly newsletter (Interface), a trimestrial magazine (La Lettre de Confrontations Europe) and a bi-yearly (The Option).
www.confrontations.org/

Constantinos Karamanlis Institute for Democracy (CKID)
The Constantinos Karamanlis Institute for Democracy (CKID) was founded in Athens in January 1998. It is a non-profit organisation which focuses on the study and analysis of political, economic and social issues. Its objective is to promote the ideas of liberal democracy, private enterprise, good governance and transparency. It is administered by a thirty-member Board of Directors coming from the academic, business, foreign policy and military communities. The Institute for Democracy conducts systematic policy-oriented research in the areas of Foreign Policy & Defence, Education & Training, Culture, National Economy & Development, Infrastructure & Environment, Ideology & Politics, Governance & Institutions. The research projects are carried through by experts from the academic, business, foreign policy, military and media communities.
http://www.idkaramanlis.gr/index_en.html

Croplife International
CropLife International is the global federation representing the plant science industry. It supports a worldwide network of regional and national associations in 91 countries. It is led by companies such as BASF, BayerCropScience, DowAgroSciences, DuPont, FMC, Monsanto, Sumitomo and Syngenta, which continue to reinvest in agricultural research and development. CropLife International also works closely with other industry organisations such as biotech and seed trade associations.
www.croplife.org

Deutsche Post World Net
Deutsche Post World Net is the world’s leading logistics group. Its integrated Deutsche Post, DHL and Postbank companies offer tailored, customer-focused solutions for the management and transport of goods, information and payments through a global network combined with local expertise. Deutsche Post World Net is also the leading provider of Dialog Marketing services, with a unique portfolio of efficient outsourcing and system solutions for the mail business. The group generated a revenue of 52 billion euros in 2004. With currently some 500,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories Deutsche Post World Net is one of the biggest employers worldwide.
www.deutschepost.de

Dow Chemicals Europe
Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of innovation, science and technology to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. The Company offers a broad range of products and services to customers in more than 175 countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. Built on a commitment to its principles of sustainability, Dow has annual sales of $49 billion and employs 43,000 people worldwide.
www.dow.com

Economic Development Foundation (IKV)
Founded in 1965, the Economic Development Foundation (IKV) is a non-profit making NGO supported by the Turkish private sector.It is specialised in the European Union and in EU-Turkey relations. Activities of IKV include: the publication of research (more than 500), bi-monthly bulletins, weekly e-bulletins; and carrying out projects and execution of campaigns of communication, promotion and lobbying to enhance EU-Turkey relations with a view to membership. Its library is the oldest EU library and the only depository library of the EU in Turkey. IKV is also responsible for coordinating the Turkey Platform, a gathering of more than 250 NGOs representing almost all segments of society to convey the determination of the Turkish people to integrate with the EU.
www.ikv.org.tr

EDMA
EDMA, the European Diagnostic Manufacturers Association is the trade association that represents the In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) industry active in Europe. In Vitro Diagnostics are the tests performed on a biological sample to make diagnose or rule out a disease. They are used for screening for disease and for monitoring therapy and to ensure the safety of the blood used in transfusions. About 64% of the information held on the patient record comes from diagnostic tests. IVDs cover a wide range from sophisticated technologies run in clinical laboratories to simple self-tests such as for pregnancy. EDMA membership brings together National Associations in European countries and major companies engaged in the research, development, manufacture or distribution of IVD products. Through its affiliated National Associations, EDMA represents in total more than 500 companies (or over 700 legal entities) across Europe. Since its establishment in 1979, EDMA acts in co-operation with other European and international trade associations representing medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology in general, as well as with scientific societies and patients organisations to make a real difference in health and life quality.
www.edma-ivd.be

EICTA
EICTA, founded in 1999 is the voice of the European digital technology industry, which includes large and small companies in the Information and Communications Technology and Consumer Electronics Industry sectors. It is composed of 56 major multinational companies and 36 national associations from 27 European countries. In all, EICTA represents more than 10,000 companies all over Europe with more than 2 million employees and over EUR 1,000 billion in revenues. EICTA brings together more than 900 technical, legal and policy experts to devise solutions to legislative and regulatory issues affecting the digital technology industry. This collective knowledge enables EICTA to provide counsel and assistance to the policy makers and legislators in the institutions of the European Union.
www.eicta.org

Embassy of State of Qatar
www.qatarembassy.be

Eni
Eni is one of the most important integrated energy companies in the world committed to growth in finding, producing, transporting, transforming and marketing oil and gas. Eni ranks first among the Italian listed companies according to its market capitalization amounting to €93.8 billion at the end of 2006.
www.eni.it

EUnited
EUnited is an independent platform for European companies in the engineering sector. EUnited comprises EUnited Robotics, EUnited Metallurgy, EUnited Cleaning, and EUnited Municipal Equipment, with new sectors in preparation. EUnited actively contributes in policy consultations and acts as an interface with the EU institutions and other organisations on key competitive issues from research (e.g. technology platforms), technical standards and development, energy, environment and trade issues, skills and training, and other topics affecting industry. EUnited aims to promote and support engineering sectors and their companies not currently directly represented at a European level.
www.eu-nited.net