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The SESEI Project is a collaborative initiative of following partners and is administered by ETSI.
- European Committee for Standardization (CEN)
- European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC)
- European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI)
- European Commission – Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG-INTPA)
- European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
CEN, The European Committee for Standardization, Is an Association That Brings Together the National Standardization Bodies Of 34 European Countries.
The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is a key organization responsible for developing and maintaining voluntary technical standards across wide range of sectors, including air and space, chemicals, construction, consumer products, defence and security, energy, the environment, food and feed, health and safety, healthcare, ICT, machinery, materials, pressure equipment, services, smart living, transport and packaging.
Founded in 1961, CEN’s National Members are the National Standardization Bodies (NSBs) of the 27 European Union countries, United Kingdom, the Republic of North Macedonia, Serbia and Türkyie plus three countries of the European Free Trade Association (Iceland, Norway and Switzerland). There is one member per country.
The standardization activities of CEN are steered by the CEN Technical Board (BT), who has full responsibility for the execution of CEN’s work programme. Standards are prepared by Technical Committees (TCs). The CEN has 392 Technical Bodies, with 57 Subcommittees and about 1683 Working Groups. CEN has an agreement for technical co-operation with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Through the involvement of experts in Technical Committees, European and national expertise is being developed and recognized globally.
Many of its standards are harmonized with European Union legislation, supporting initiatives like the CE marking system and helping businesses comply with regulatory requirements. By fostering innovation, facilitating trade, and ensuring high quality and safety standards, CEN plays a vital role in the functioning of the European single market and contributes to global standardization efforts through its cooperation with ISO.
CENELEC, the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization, is an association that brings together the National Electrotechnical Committees of 34 European Countries
The European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization was founded in 1973, it supports standardization activities in relation to a wide range of fields and sectors including: Electromagnetic compatibility, Accumulators, primary cells and primary batteries, Insulated wire and cable, Electrical equipment and apparatus, Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies, Electric motors and transformers, Lighting equipment and electric lamps, Low Voltage electrical installations material, Electric vehicles railways, smart grid, smart metering, solar (photovoltaic) electricity systems, etc.
CENELEC’s National Members are the National Committees of the 27 European Union countries, United Kingdom, the Republic of North Macedonia, Serbia and Türkyie plus three countries of the European Free Trade Association (Iceland, Norway and Switzerland). There is one member per country.
CENELEC members are national organizations entrusted with electrotechnical standardization, recognized both at National and European level as being able to represent all standardization interests in their country. Only one organization per country may be member of CENELEC.
It is the responsibility of the CENELEC National Members to implement European Standards as national standards. The National Committees distribute and sell the implemented European Standard and have to withdraw any conflicting national standards
CENELEC creates market access at European level but also at international level, adopting international standards wherever possible, through its close collaboration with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). A Reporting Secretariat (SR) provides information to the CENELEC Technical Board on any work of IEC Technical Committees or Subcommittees which could be of interest for CENELEC. Although most of the European standardisation work is undertaken within CENELEC Technical Committees or Subcommittees, certain work items may be allocated to Reporting Secretariats. Hence for Reporting Secretariats only those work items are indicated that are not taken up by any CENELEC TC or SC. CENCELEC comprises of 91 Technical Bodies, 7 Subcommittees and 423 Working Groups.
ETSI, the European Telecommunications Standards Institute is an international Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) standards organization
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is an independent, non-profit organization established in 1988 and it develops globally recognized standards for information and communication technologies (ICT), including mobile networks, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, AI, and cloud computing.
Recognized by the European Union as a European Standardization Organization (ESO), ETSI creates harmonized standards that support EU laws and ensure product interoperability and security across Europe. It creates standards that ensure interoperability, security, and innovation in technologies such as 5G, IoT, AI, and cybersecurity.
ETSI organizes technical work within various groups, such as Technical Committees and Industry Specification Groups, to produce deliverables like European Standards (ENs) and Technical Specifications (TSs). The organization also provides support for testing and maintains its operations through a secretariat of staff and by collaborating with other international bodies and stakeholders.
ETSI has more than 900 members from more than 60 countries, including companies, governments, and research institutions. ETSI is the founding partner of Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPPTM) and oneM2M partnership project. ETSI played a major role in developing the GSM, LTE, and 5G standards and continues to contribute to emerging technologies like 6G.
DG-INTPA, the European Commission – Directorate-General for International Partnerships
European Commission – Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG-INTPA) is one of the key Directorate General of European Commission responsible for International Partnerships.
The mission of the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) is to contribute – in the context of the European Union’s external relations – to sustainable development, the eradication of poverty, peace and the protection of human rights, through international partnerships that uphold and promote European values and interests.
Under the geopolitical ambition and political guidelines set by the President of the European Commission, DG INTPA leads on international cooperation, building partnerships with countries and organisations across the globe.
At the core of this mission, the Global Gateway serves as the EU’s key investment strategy, promoting smart, clean, and secure infrastructure and fostering fair, values-driven, and mutually beneficial cooperation.
EFTA, European Free Trade Association an Intergovernmental Organisation
The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is the intergovernmental organisation of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. It was set up in 1960 by its then seven Member States for the promotion of free trade and economic integration between its members. The four EFTA States are all open, competitive economies committed to the progressive liberalisation of trade in the multinational arena and in free trade agreements.
It also manages the European Economic Area (EEA) agreement, which gives three of its members access to the EU’s single market, while still not being part of the EU’s customs union. This creates a framework for reduced trade barriers, such as tariffs and quotas, and facilitates economic cooperation. EFTA also cooperates with the European Commission on standardization through CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI, sharing the same standards and conformity procedures as the EU. The EFTA Surveillance Authority (Brussels) and EFTA Court (Luxembourg) ensure compliance with EEA rules.
EFTA maintains 33 FTAs with 44 countries and territories, providing broad market access beyond the EU. It supports the WTO’s multilateral trading system and ranks among the world’s most competitive economies.
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