What Is EPR? A Simple Guide to Packaging Compliance in the EU
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is one of the most critical concepts in modern waste policy and packaging law in the European Union. But what exactly it means, why it matters, and how businesses can prepare isn’t always clear at first glance. This guide breaks down EPR in simple terms, explains its importance to companies selling […]
What Is PPWR? A Simple Guide to the EU Packaging Waste Regulation
The EU is reshaping how packaging is designed, used, and recovered. At the center of this shift is the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), a regulation that will directly affect every business placing packaged products on the EU market. Understanding what PPWR is and how it impacts your packaging strategy is the first step […]
PPWR vs Recycled Content: Why the demand for recycled plastics is not increasing?
For years, Europe has positioned itself as a global leader in waste management, recycling, sustainability, and the circular economy. With growing pressure on plastic waste, sustainable packaging, and waste reduction, expectations were high that with the implementation of PPWR in 2026, there would be a major boom for the plastics recycling industry. However, as we […]
EPR in 2025 – This Is How Packaging Compliance Should Be Done
The future of packaging compliance is circular AND digital. And with Europe preparing for the PPWR, companies across the value chain are facing one big challenge: How can we manage EPR obligations across 27 countries in a way that is simple, cost-effective, and future-ready? If you work with packaging, you know how complicated today’s EPR […]
What We Learned at K 2025 – The Future of Plastics and Packaging
K 2025 – Where the Plastics Industry Meets the Future This year, we had the chance to visit K 2025, the world’s biggest trade fair for plastics and rubber, held in Düsseldorf, Germany.The event brought together thousands of professionals – from material producers and recyclers to digital innovators and sustainability experts. The main themes of […]
FachPack 2025 – What We Learned and Why It Matters for the Future of Packaging
Looking Back at FachPack 2025 FachPack 2025 is over – and what an amazing few days it was!Held in Nürnberg, Germany, from 23–25 September 2025, the event brought together people from all parts of the packaging industry – from brands and recyclers to digital solution providers. For PackIntelX, this event was special. It was our […]
Why Alternative Plastics Clash with Current Waste Systems
During a panel discussion at the InventU Sustainable Future Conference I attended on March 13th I asked the audience a simple question: “Where should we dispose of biodegradable and compostable plastics?” Surprisingly, the answer wasn’t clear—even among experts in the room. Some thought they belonged in recycling bins, others suggested organic waste, while a few […]
Chemical Recycling: A Smart Investment?
Investing in Chemical Recycling: One important technology in the mix of solutions for plastics recycling in the EU. The European Commission’s recent approval of a €500 million French state aid scheme marks a significant milestone in supporting chemical recycling within the EU. Aimed at boosting the recycling of complex plastic waste through innovative technologies, the […]
Is the EU Ready for Circular Textiles?
A Four-Ton Warning: This massive pile of clothing, displayed in Prague, was erected as a striking visual representation of the textile waste produced by a typical European family over a lifetime. Weighing approximately four tonnes, it symbolizes the growing environmental burden caused by fast fashion and excessive consumption. 2025: A Turning Point for Textile Waste? […]