Regulatory & Policy

A nationwide plastic bag ban is only as effective as the alternatives available and the enforcement regime behind it.

The work that Sway is doing is truly cutting-edge, and Sway’s commitment to BPI emphasises the important relationship between innovation that puts the planet first and the regulations that ensure its value to the planet.

The framework was designed to close the long-standing exclusion gap within Nigeria’s waste management ecosystem by formally recognising and empowering informal waste workers who play a major role in recycling.

The UK’s new system replaces paper with real-time data, closing the loopholes that rogue operators exploit.

The centre supports research-based packaging design, consumer testing, regulatory alignment, and material selection.

Unlike the EU, which has set specific migration limits and banned BPA in baby bottles, Iraq currently lacks formal BPA restrictions for food-contact materials.

The proposed shift to paper, paperboard, or cellulose would require a complete redesign of packaging lines, as paper-based materials have different barrier properties, seal requirements, and shelf-life characteristics than plastic laminates.

The Centurion DC’s certification proves that at scale, 173,500 square metres, segregation, partnerships with recyclers, and food donation programmes can divert over 90 percent of that volume.

The temporary nature of the relief reflects uncertainty about how long the supply disruption will last, a six-month window suggests policymakers hope for de-escalation or alternative supply routes before the end of 2026.

By banning advanced recycling while mandating 75 percent recycling rates, the legislation sets a target that flexible packaging cannot meet with existing infrastructure.