All Regulation & Compliance articles
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ArticleUnilever and Saica Group develop paper band for deodorant packaging
Unilever and Saica Group have collaborated to replace the former plastic shrink film used for promotional packs of Axe deodorant with a paper grouping band, said to be designed for recycling.
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ArticleTata Steel targets legislation compliance and efficiency with new production line
Tata Steel Nederland has announced it has commissioned a new production line for packaging steel, said to be ready for upcoming legislation and improve logistical efficiency.
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ArticleNestlé chief executive blames Trump for sustainability silence
Nestlé’s chief executive allegedly blames President Donald Trump for the brand’s public silence on sustainability, telling employees that he remains committed to net zero emissions.
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ArticleBorealis announces €49 million investment to scale up PP production
Borealis has revealed a €49 million strategic investment to scale up production of its Borstar Nextension polypropylene (PP) at its manufacturing site in Burghausen, Germany.
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ArticleWhat the High Seas Treaty means for packaging: from substrates to shipping
The High Seas Treaty has entered into force, with potential implications for the packaging industry – including access to marine genetic resources like seaweed and mandatory environmental impact assessments for shipping activities.
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ArticleSappi expands packaging paper range with heat-sealable solutions
Sappi has announced the addition of heat-sealable packaging papers to its portfolio, designed for converters, printers, and brand owners looking for fibre-based alternatives to plastic.
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ArticleEU Commission publishes harmonized labelling proposal for PPWR
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre has developed a proposal to harmonize waste sorting labels under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation – recommending unified pictograms, colour-coded symbols and receptacles, and more.
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ArticleCepi supports EU-Mercosur trade deal amid rising tensions in US relations
Amidst ongoing political tensions between the EU and the United States, Cepi is encouraging the European Parliament to ratify a trade agreement set to eliminate tariffs from the Mercosur trade bloc and mandate deforestation efforts.
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ArticleCITEO joins the EXPRA alliance for non-profit EPR model
CITEO (France) has announced that it has joined the Extended Producer Responsibility Alliance (EXPRA), a group of 35 industry-managed packaging and packaging waste recovery and recycling organizations.
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ArticleSabert launches food packaging made from bagasse fibre in Europe, UK and Ireland
Sabert Corporation Europe has launched its PULPUltra food packaging solution across Europe and the UK & Ireland, designed for for fresh ready-to-eat dishes, hot foods and made from over 95% bagasse fibres.
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ArticleSingapore to launch return scheme for beverage containers from 1st April
Singapore’s Beverage Container Return Scheme (BCRS) will commence on 1st April 2026. Drinks will be required to display a deposit mark and readable barcode to be returned for recycling, with the government targeting an 80% return rate by 2028.
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ArticleThe packaging stories and trends to follow in 2026
Happy New Year! The Packaging Europe editorial team kicks off the New Year with its predictions for the year ahead – covering regulation, new innovations, the financial health of the packaging industry, reusable packaging, and much more.
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ArticleCircularity for plastics: the European Commission’s New Year’s Resolution
The European Commission has set out its plans to pursue a circular economy for plastics in 2026, such as proposing a Circular Economy Act, enforcing end-of-life criteria for mechanical recyclate, and introducing new customs codes for imports.
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Article2D code helps disabled consumers access on-pack information offline
HD Barcode aims to improve the accessibility of on-pack product information with HDInfoCode, an advanced 2D code designed for consumers with reading challenges, visual or hearing impairments, and more.
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ArticlePlain packaging could discourage teenagers from buying vapes, say researchers
Research led by University College London and King’s College London suggests that selling vape pods in plain packaging could dissuade young people from buying them – but the same cannot be said for adult consumers.
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ArticleSaxco and Revino to provide reusable wine bottles to US producers
Beverage packaging provider Saxco has announced a strategic partnership with Revino to distribute its reusable glass wine bottles to producers throughout the United States, said to achieve up to 85% emissions reduction compared to standard single-use bottles.
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ArticleMetsä Spring launches uncoated fibre punnets for fruit and vegetables
Metsä Group’s innovation company, Metsä Spring, has introduced new punnet products as part of its Muoto Uncoated Fibre Series, featuring two punnet sizes designed for berries, fruits, and vegetables.
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ArticlePackaging Europe’s most popular stories of 2025
Another year is coming to an end. Join us in recapping the biggest stories in packaging news from the last twelve months: developments in EU sustainability regulations, Coca-Cola’s new multipack formats, the winners of the Sustainability Awards 2025, and more.
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ArticleTurning emotion into action – the key to sustainable packaging in 2026?
As 2025 draws to a close, how are you feeling about your packaging strategy – and can we turn it into tangible action? Sustainable Packaging Coalition director Olga Kachook takes stock of the emotional landscape across industry events and translates it into a roadmap.
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ArticleHow does the Environmental Omnibus simplify EU sustainability regulation?
Simplification measures introduced under the European Commission’s Environmental Omnibus include proposed exemptions from the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s reuse targets, an evaluation of the Single-Use Plastic Directive’s success, and reduced scope and postponed deadlines for EU reporting requirements.