SIG’s new aseptic carton filling machines target high output and flexibility
SIG has expanded its SIG Neo portfolio with new filling machines for aseptic cartons – seeking to offer high output and
Regulation & Compliance
News and analysis on the laws and regulations that are affecting the packaging industry, advice on ensuring compliance and more.
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Circular Economy Act must strengthen EU’s EPR framework, say industry voices
EUROPEN is one of 40+ industry associations calling for a stronger Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework under the Circular Economy
Taking stock of the industry’s progress under PPWR
Now that the PPWR is legally binding, where do early adopters stand, what still needs to be addressed – and what
How Europe should turn plastic recycling into strategic infrastructure
Beyond the environmental benefits, managing and recycling plastic waste could also help Europe secure supply, build resilience, and strengthen industrial
SMEs ask EU to suspend and simplify PPWR’s authorized representative rules
EU policymakers must suspend the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s requirement for SMEs to appoint authorized representatives in each
Don’t wait for certainty under PPWR – choose adaptability
What does your business need to do next to comply with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)? With just
How to avoid the most common PPWR mistakes
One month into PPWR, every Declaration of Conformity that Adrian Reyes, founder and CEO of Emission Core, has reviewed for
Italy permits compostable plastics for fresh produce, condiments and more
Italy has passed a law that mandates compostable versions of single-use plastic packaging formats that will otherwise be banned
From PPWR preparation to implementation
The first major PPWR milestone has passed, but a lot of questions remain around how the packaging industry can actually
PPWR compliance and the green tick: can we build more than a compliance system?
In the age of PPWR, packaging compliance is more important than ever before. But can these processes and systems be
What do MEPs have to say about the PPWR’s administrative burden for SMEs?
On Wednesday, Members of the European Parliament debated the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s impacts on small businesses selling
How do we bring biobased packaging materials to commercial scale?
Where will the next generation of sustainable packaging materials come from, and how will they reach commercial scale? Ward Heij,