What’s changing — and why it matters now
By 2026, regulatory frameworks affecting EV, batteries, utilities, liquid & gas, mobility, weighing and ATEX will continue to evolve.
Across Europe, several important regulatory developments will shape how products and systems are approved, deployed, and maintained in 2026.
These changes influence multiple sectors, from EV charging to utilities, weighing, liquid & gas measurement, batteries, and equipment for explosive atmospheres.
Individually, each update may appear manageable.
Collectively, they represent a shift in how compliance is approached — especially for organisations working across multiple markets or countries.
At NMi, we support companies through this complexity every day. This page provides a clear, factual overview of what is coming and how these developments may impact your systems, documentation, and certification plans.
A Year of Technical and Regulatory Transition
2026 is shaping up to be a transition year. New rules come into effect, while others begin their preparatory phases. Additional guidance documents, harmonised standards, and interpretations will continue to evolve throughout the year. This page will be regularly updated and provide insight into these changes via webinars, trainings and blogposts.
Several themes stand out:
- Software dependence is increasing, and with it, requirements around updates, security, and change control.
- Digitalisation and connectivity are influencing conformity assessment more directly than before.
- Sustainability and traceability are becoming regulated expectations, not voluntary commitments.
- Cross-market harmonisation is accelerating, especially for systems deployed across the EU.
- Enforcement is rising, particularly around battery compliance, EV charging, and connected products.
For many organisations, these developments create new technical, regulatory, and operational challenges — and the timelines are tighter than they may appear.
Tell Us Where You See Challenges
Help us understand the issues you face in 2026
We invite you to complete a short survey on your current regulatory challenges.
Your feedback helps us identify the most relevant topics, refine our guidance, and ensure our expertise directly supports your needs.
It takes only a few minutes and helps shape the support we provide throughout the year.
Regulatory Impact Survey
Your input allows us to focus our guidance on the areas that matter most to your operations.
