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European State Aid Law

Master Class |

01.12.2026 - 02.12.2026 |

Leuven |

Language: English

State Aid Masterclass with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides: Annual Review of Case Law

Working on a complex State Aid case? This two-day Masterclass offers practical, hands-on guidance on the cases you are working on, with expert feedback from Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides, adviser to EU and national authorities and author of “State Aid Uncovered”.

The Masterclass opens with two expert sessions on the latest Court rulings and Commission decisions, showing how these rules are applied in practice, which exceptions matter most, and what recent cases mean for your practical work.

In strict confidence, you will then have the opportunity to present your own cases and receive detailed personal advice on the specific questions and challenges you face. Benefit from tailored expert feedback and peer review by fellow practitioners, as you explore potential solutions together in this exclusive, small-group setting.

Participants receive a certificate of participation upon completion of the course.

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+++ Early Bird extended: Register until 05 November 2026 to avail of 10% discount! +++

Prices

Participation fees for participation in Leuven:
Reduced fee for public authorities and full-time academics: € 2.550,- (excl. VAT)
Regular fee: € 2.750,- (excl. VAT)

VAT will be added if applicable.

Discount for European State Aid Law Quarterly (EStAL) subscribers: € 100,-

+++Early Bird extended: Register until 05 November 2026 to avail of our 10% discount!+++

What’s included in the price:

High-level trainers;
High-quality materials – printed in a booklet and downloadable after the event;
A copy of the latest issue of the “State Aid Uncovered” book;
Experienced conference manager’s support throughout the event;
Coffee and lunch breaks throughout the event;
Lexxion-branded gift bags.

Group Discounts
Group registration of three or more participants will automatically receive a 10% discount.

We offer group discounts upon request. Please contact Robert Müller at [email protected] or +49 (030)81 45 06 15. We will be happy to assist you with your group registration.

Course Material – No need to miss anything!

If you are unable to attend the course you may want to order all the presentations shown during the event. The price is € 249,- (excl. of VAT). If interested, please contact Robert Müller.

Methodology

A Master Class is a high-level event for professionals and officials involved in State aid. Its purpose is to review important developments in State aid case law and the European Commission’s decisional practice, assess their implications for Member States, and improve your national State aid measures.

The sessions combine presentations, case studies and discussions on practical issues. You will have ample opportunities to present your issues and discuss them with speakers and participants from other countries.

Review and Assessment

On the first day, you receive an expert review of the latest Court rulings and Commission decisions. Seminal judgments and decisions are analysed in depth. The analysis identifies how principles are applied in specific situations, delineates possible exceptions; and draws out the implications for State aid policies.

Problem-Solving

The second day is devoted to the participants’ presentations of cases and questions submitted in advance. State aid measures, problems, and other issues from your daily practice are discussed in full confidentiality. Participants receive advice on how to improve their measures and ensure their compatibility with the internal market.

Best Practices

On both days, the format of this advanced small-scale Master Class enables you to consider wider relevant issues in the field of State aid as well as exchange information and experiences with peers from other countries.

Master Class materials will be available for download after the event.

Who should participate?

This high-level event is intended for officials and professionals who have good knowledge of State aid or are working on projects that may involve State aid. The acquaintance with the principles of State aid law and its several regulations is essential for the participation in the experts’ discussion on the recent developments in State aid and their implications for the practice.

Training Material & Certificate of Participation

The participants will receive extensive case notes for personal use as well as a certificate of participation.

Programme

Day 1: Tuesday, 1. December | Programme confirmed

Chair of the Seminar

Phedon Nicolaides Professor Emeritus at Maastricht University; Academic Director Lexxion Training

09:00

Registration & Welcome Coffee

09:30

Opening Remarks & Introduction Round

09:45

Concept of State Aid: Recent Judgements & Commission Decisions (incl. 30 min Coffee Break)

The concept of economic activity and undertaking
How economic activities may be separated from non-economic activities
Concept of control of resources by the State
Nature of the advantage that undertakings may obtain from State intervention
The conditions under which public measures become selective, with special attention to tax measures
Cases of no affectation of cross-border trade and distortion of competition

Phedon Nicolaides , Professor Emeritus at Maastricht University; Academic Director Lexxion Training

12:45

Lunch Break

14:15

Exceptions for State Aid: Recent Court Rulings & Commission Decisions (incl. 30 min Coffee Break)

The Master Class will analyse measures approved by the Commission on subjects and in sectors such as:
- Compatibility conditions: Incentive effect, proportionality of aid, non-infringement of other EU laws
- Funding gap analysis, counterfactual situation, infrastructure projects
- Environmental protection
- Research, development and innovation (R&D&I)
- Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI)

Phedon Nicolaides , Professor Emeritus at Maastricht University; Academic Director Lexxion Training

16:15

End of Day 1

Day 2: Wednesday, 2. December

Chair of the Seminar

Phedon Nicolaides Professor Emeritus at Maastricht University; Academic Director Lexxion Training

09:00

Summary of Day 1

09:30

Case Analysis & Advice on Possible Solutions for the Problems Raised by Participants (incl. 30 min Coffee Break)

On the second day of the Master Class, Phedon Nicolaides discusses and analyses cases brought by participants. Each participant has an opportunity to present their case and receive ad hoc advice. The lessons drawn from the review on the first day will be used to analyse any problematic aspects and identify possible solutions. All cases and discussions will be treated with strict confidentiality.

Phedon Nicolaides , Professor Emeritus at Maastricht University; Academic Director Lexxion Training

12:30

Summary & Closing Discussion

13:00

Light Lunch and End of the Master Class

Speakers

Phedon Nicolaides

Professor Emeritus at Maastricht University; Academic Director Lexxion Training

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Venue

Exclusive Venue in the Centre of Leuven

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Leuven, Belgium

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Only a non-stop 15-minute train ride away from Brussels Airport (BRU), the Belgian town of Leuven is the perfect destination for this Masterclass. And with Christmas just around the corner, Leuven’s historic centre, its medieval cloister yards and picturesque alleys, will undoubtedly add its very own festive charm to your stay.

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Master Class | 01.12.2026 - 02.12.2026 | Leuven | Language: English

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Seating limit
The number of participants in Leuven is limited.

Please contact [email protected] if you have technical problems with the booking.

Are you a public authority?

YES, I will take part in

21% VAT (Belgium) will be added if applicable. The participation fee covers conference/course materials. If attending face-to-face the participation fee includes drinks and snacks during breaks and warm meals (if indicated).

Teilnehmerdaten | Participant Information

Ticket Type	Price	Spaces
Early Bird / Frühbucherrabatt \| State Aid Masterclass with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides: Annual Review of Case Law \| Leuven Reduced fee for public authorities / Reduzierter Preis für Angehörige einer Hochschule/Behörde	€2.295,00
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Early Bird / Frühbucherrabatt \| State Aid Masterclass with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides: Annual Review of Case Law \| Leuven Regular fee / Regulärer Preis	€2.475,00
First name of the participants * Surname of the participants * Position of the participants * Department of the participants * E-mail of the participants * Telephone of the participants *
State Aid Masterclass with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides: Annual Review of Case Law \| Leuven Reduced fee for public authorities / Reduzierter Preis für Angehörige einer Hochschule/Behörde	€2.550,00	N/A

State Aid Masterclass with Prof. Dr. Phedon Nicolaides: Annual Review of Case Law \| Leuven Regular fee / Regulärer Preis	€2.750,00	N/A

Zusammenfassung | Summary

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