Regulatory & Policy

The new rules establish mandatory handling, transport, and clean-up requirements for all involved economic operators and carriers within the EU.

The approval came after testing confirmed that the inks are compatible with existing PE and PP recycling streams.

This achievement is part of the company’s commitment to its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals.

ECOWAS is adopting an integrated approach linking trade policies, agriculture, environmental standards, and industrialization.

The sector argues that the EPR fees, coupled with other rising costs like National Insurance and wages, put inflationary pressure on consumers and risk damaging competitiveness.

The UK waste sector is a large, evolving industry valued at over £30 billion, moving away from landfill towards a circular economy model through recycling, energy recovery, and new technologies.

To be certified, products must meet specific design criteria, such as containing at least 15% recycled content and using PVC-free, easily removable labels and caps.

The Regulations replace a directive to ensure uniform implementation and reduce administrative burdens caused by fragmented national laws.

Since 2022, the company has been working on technologies to turn plastic waste into higher-performance materials.

France has moved to tighten national rules on packaging and recycling.