Access Partnership is a leading global public policy consultancy specializing in technology, digital markets, and regulatory affairs. Established in 1999 and headquartered in London, the firm operates across more than 200 markets worldwide, with offices in Brussels, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi, Dakar, and Singapore. Access Partnership’s mission is to make innovation work for the world by helping businesses and governments navigate complex regulatory landscapes, optimize technology deployment, and design policies that attract investment and foster sustainable growth.
The firm’s expertise spans public policy, market access, data trust, public affairs, advocacy, and technology policy. Access Partnership’s approach is rooted in a deep understanding of digital technologies and the regulatory challenges facing global organizations. The consultancy provides end-to-end support, from strategic planning and policy design to compliance and performance measurement. By bridging the gap between transformative technology and purposeful policy, Access Partnership aims to reduce risks, optimize outcomes, and ensure that innovation benefits people everywhere.
Within the European Union, Access Partnership is accredited with the EU Transparency Register (ID: 467615113800-87) since June 13, 2014. The firm’s EU lobbying activities focus on major digital policy files, including the ePrivacy Regulation, Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act, Artificial Intelligence Act, NIS 2 Directive, Digital Operational Resilience Act, Data Act, Data Governance Act, eIDAS Regulation, and initiatives on ecommerce, DNS abuse, intellectual property, disinformation, and the EU recovery plan2. Access Partnership’s clients include major technology firms such as Aireon LLC, Akamai, Getty Images, Intelsat, Iridium Satellite LLC, Twilio, VeriSign, and Workday, reflecting its role as a trusted advisor at the intersection of technology, data, and connectivity.
The firm is affiliated with prominent industry bodies such as the Public Affairs Board (formerly the Association of Professional Political Consultants), techUK, and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)2. Through these networks, Access Partnership maintains active engagement with key stakeholders and policymakers, ensuring its clients’ interests are effectively represented in EU decision-making processes.
Access Partnership’s team combines policy and technical expertise, enabling it to anticipate global trends, identify risks and opportunities for technology businesses, and devise strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing opportunities. The firm’s commitment to transparency is demonstrated by its registration with the EU Transparency Register and its adherence to the associated code of conduct
