Our international Defence & Security team contributes to the global 2025 edition of 'Lexology Panoramic: Defence & Security Procurement’
Bird & Bird’s International Defence & Security team contributed to the 2025 edition of Lexology Panoramic: Defence & Security Procurement, providing the Global Overview and chapters on France, Germany, Italy, Poland, the UK, Denmark, Sweden, Hungary, and Australia. This annual publication offers expert analysis on defence procurement, covering regulatory issues, contracting, export controls, dispute resolution, and more. The global defence landscape is marked by geopolitical tensions, technological
European Union Artificial Intelligence (EU AI Act) Guide
What are the key things to know when having client conversations about the EU AI Act? Download our complimentary guide which breaks down key concepts and implementation dates, map out the broad territorial and material scope, and detail specific regulatory requirements for different risk categories. It also unpacks governance, enforcement, and arrangements for testing AI in regulatory sandboxes. 70+ pages of good reading. Bird & Bird is a leading international law firm with an extensive footprint
Safari Consultants: 6 Six Activities in Southern Africa
Southern Africa offers a rich tapestry of activities that cater to a wide range of interests, from thrilling wildlife encounters to awe-inspiring natural wonders and vibrant cultural experiences. Here are the top six activities to consider: 1. Safari in the private reserves bordering the Kruger National Park (South Africa) The Greater Kruger is one of the largest and most renowned safari destinations in Africa. The Kruger National Park itself has a good network of tarmac roads and rest camps which
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Bird & Bird's International Green Hydrogen Report 2024
Bird and Bird are delighted to announce the 2024 edition of our International Green Hydrogen Report. A successful energy transition can only be achieved by combining security of supply, affordability and environmental compatibility with innovative and intelligent climate protection. This requires an alternative option to the fossil fuels that are predominantly used today, and hydrogen has a key role to play in the energy transition. In addition to numerous other advantages as a renewable energy carrier,
Bird & Bird's ESG Navigator: Simplifying the ESG regulatory landscape
Organizations are undergoing a fundamental shift towards a more sustainable way of operating. With increasing pressure from stakeholders and developing legal requirements, you need to be able to demonstrate your ESG progress and compliance. Are you compliant with the upcoming regulatory requirements in ESG? How can you change the way you do things to become a good global citizen? How can you create innovative sources of stakeholder value as part of the shift to a more sustainable future? These are all
''No-Deal'' Brexit Checklist for Technology and Communications Businesses
The prospect of the United Kingdom making a no deal Brexit departure from the EU is now very real. The UK Prime Minister has been very clear that he intends to ensure that the UK leaves the EU by 31 October 2019. Technology and communications businesses need to prepare for the commercial impact. Our team of specialists at Bird & Bird have provided an update to our "No-Deal" Brexit Checklist for Technology & Communications companies which identifies key considerations to bear in mind for areas such as
