Circular Economy

interpack’s Spotlight Forum platforms brand owners, start-ups and more

At interpack 2026, the Spotlight Forum will feature daily presentations, demonstrations, and panel discussions from a range of industry professionals

Report says steel was EU’s ‘most widely recycled’ packaging material in 2023

In its latest report, Steel for Packaging Europe indicates that 82% of steel packaging placed on the market was recycled

A look at the global extended producer responsibility landscape

Norfersk implements Faerch’s 70% tray-to-tray rPET into meat trays

Faerch and Norfersk have launched meat trays containing 70% food-grade, tray-to-tray recycled PET, anticipating a dedicated material

Refillable laundry detergent dispenser tackles waste through 'self-care ritual'

Ripl Efek’s refillable laundry detergent dispenser – comprising a stainless-steel vessel and an aluminium refill canister – is designed to

Women in Packaging programme returns at interpack 2026

interpack 2026 will host its second Women in Packaging programme, featuring a keynote speech from Tetra Pak, multi-perspective panel

Portugal kicks off national Deposit Return Scheme for drinks packaging

Today, Portugal is launching its national Deposit Return System (DRS) for ready-to-drink beverage packaging – introducing over 3,000

Draft bill exempts compostables and biodegradables from PPWR’s SUP ban

The Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) has presented a draft legislative proposal to exempt biodegradable and compostable

What to expect at interpack 2026

With only one month to go until interpack 2026, we take stock of what to expect from this year’s

Guidance document answers important questions about the PPWR

The European Commission has published a guidance document providing further clarity around the requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste

Reuse sector backs Belgium holding packaging producers responsible for waste

In response to alleged pressure from some industrial lobbyists, members of the reuse sector have addressed a ‘letter of congratulations’

What are the next steps for reusable packaging in retail?

In its latest report, the U.S. Plastics Pact sets out its vision for a successful reuse system in retail: