The Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) is a prominent trade association representing the finance, leasing, and automotive rental sectors in Europe. Founded to advocate for the interests of its members, the FLA operates as a not-for-profit organization that engages in lobbying activities aimed at influencing EU financial and leasing policy frameworks. The association’s core mission is to represent and promote the leasing and finance industries, ensuring that regulatory developments at the European Union level consider the operational realities and growth prospects of these sectors.
Since its registration with the EU Transparency Register on May 5, 2010, the FLA has been actively involved in shaping EU legislation and policy related to financial services, leasing, and automotive rental. The association works closely with EU institutions such as the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council of the European Union to provide expertise, data, and industry perspectives. Its lobbying efforts focus on fostering a regulatory environment that supports innovation, consumer protection, and sustainable growth in the leasing and finance markets.
The FLA’s lobbying activities include direct engagement with policymakers, participation in consultations, and collaboration with other industry stakeholders to present unified positions on key legislative proposals. The association also conducts Europe-wide research and statistics gathering to support evidence-based policymaking. It maintains a transparent approach to lobbying by adhering to the EU Transparency Register’s code of conduct and regularly discloses its lobbying expenditures and meetings with EU officials.
The association’s influence extends through its network of 46 member associations across 32 countries, making it a central voice for the leasing and automotive rental industries in Europe. The FLA’s work is critical in areas such as financial regulation, consumer credit, sustainable finance, and digital transformation in financial services.
