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EU plans revolutionary corporate structure for start-ups!
The EU is planning the EU-INC, a unified corporate structure for start-ups to break down national barriers and promote innovation.
EU plans revolutionary corporate structure for start-ups!
The EU is planning a far-reaching reform for start-ups with the introduction of a uniform corporate structure called EU-INC. The aim of this initiative is to overcome the fragmented national legislation in the European Union and to simplify start-ups and investments. This is promoted by increased digitalization. Maximilian Eckel, Director of the WHU Entrepreneurship Center, highlights the central role of start-ups in economic growth, while Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, wholeheartedly supports the initiative. However, there are significant political and legal challenges that still need to be overcome.
One of the biggest hurdles for the introduction of the EU INC is the consent of all EU member states. Despite the need for a uniform framework, national tax systems are maintained, raising concerns about possible discrimination against national legal forms. There are also still open questions about court disputes and compliance monitoring. A public consultation by the European Commission is expected to help gather citizens' opinions and experiences to enable the implementation of the 28th regime. This consultation allows citizens to actively participate in the design of the new legal framework, underlining the importance of a pan-European approach for innovative companies.
Implementation and time frame
The EU-INC includes several crucial elements, including a new pan-European legal entity, a central EU register and standardized investment documents and stock options. The plan is to publish a legislative proposal in the first quarter of 2026, after which the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union must approve the details. Final implementation could become a reality as early as 2027 if national governments recognize the need for the EU-INC and take appropriate steps.
The success of this initiative depends heavily on cooperation with Brussels and the support of relevant actors in the start-up scene. This includes lawyers, funds and founders involved in the development of the proposal. Their expertise is needed to overcome fragmented national regulations and create a unified business environment.
Financing landscape for start-ups
Another important aspect in the world of start-ups is the latest overview of start-ups and their financing rounds from WHU for the months July to September 2025. The figures show that despite global uncertainties, investments in start-ups in the EU continue to flourish.
| Month | Pursue | Financing details |
|---|---|---|
| July | Supplied | 1.6 million euros in seed round |
| McMakler | Late round of financing completed | |
| NG.CASH | Over 24 million euros in Series B round | |
| Friendsurance | Successful late round of financing | |
| September | Onconetix | 11.7 million euros in private placement round |
| revel8 | 7.0 million euros in seed round | |
| K2 Mobility | Venture capital in an undisclosed amount | |
| Conduct | 10.9 million euros in seed round | |
| Constant Energy | 8.6 million euros in financing round | |
| MELP | 1.25 million euros in seed round | |
| Pactos | 2.7 million euros in seed financing | |
| Easee | Takeover of the company | |
| betterview | Purchase of the company | |
| encentive | 6.3 million euros in seed round |
The data shows that there have been a variety of funding rounds, including significant investments in companies such as NG.CASH and Onconetix. This reflects the dynamic environment for start-ups in the EU and the willingness of investors to invest in innovative ideas.
In summary, it can be said that the introduction of the EU-INC could be a pioneering step towards standardizing corporate structures and supporting the start-up scene in Europe. However, the political and legal challenges must be addressed to achieve this ambitious goal.