The U.S-based Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and the European Agricultural Machinery Association (CEMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance advocacy efforts for the agricultural equipment industry.
AEM senior vice president Curt Blades (center) and CEMA secretary general Jelte Wiersma (right) shake hands after the MoU signature in Bologna, in the presence of CEMA vice president Alessandro Malavolti (left)
They say the agreement aims to create a positive legislative and regulatory environment across the Atlantic and globally, ensuring alignment on key issues impacting manufacturers in both regions.
The MoU establishes a framework for the two organizations to work together toward alignment, achieving mutual recognition, ensuring regulatory compliance, and harmonising practices and standards in several key areas that impact agricultural equipment manufacturers today.
Signed last month at two major industry events - EIMA International in Bologna, Italy, and AEM’s Annual Conference in Palm Springs, California, USA - the agreement formalises the partnership between CEMA and AEM.
“With the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding, AEM and CEMA look forward to enhanced collaboration in order to address key issues of importance and ensure there is alignment between Europe and the U.S. as it relates to our two very important global machinery markets”, said AEM senior vice president Curt Blades.
The MoU specifies several areas where the two organisations agree to increase cooperation:
- Engine emissions
- Autonomous equipment
- Cybersecurity
- Machine safety and technical requirements
- Advanced technology in agriculture
- Sustainability
“This agreement strengthens the transatlantic connection between AEM and CEMA, as we work together to support agricultural equipment manufacturers as they build the products that help feed our world”, said CEMA Secretary General Jelte Wiersma.
By focusing on these shared priorities, AEM and CEMA aim to help the industry navigate global markets while advancing innovation, sustainability, and safety standards for the benefit of manufacturers and farmers alike
