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For clients 28.05.2026Read moreHow the upcoming PPWR regulation will change the packaging portofolio
We have prepared a concise overview of the most important changes that the upcoming PPWR Regulation will bring to packaging and products placed on the market. From 2026 onwards, the definition of packaging will change significantly, new obligations related to compostable materials will be introduced, and the changes will also affect coffee capsules, tea bags, and various disposable products.
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For clients 28.05.2026Read moreUse of the NATUR-PACK System Logo Following the Amendment to Consumer Protection Legislation
In connection with the upcoming changes resulting from Directive 2005/29/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2005 concerning unfair business-to-consumer commercial practices in the internal market (“Unfair Commercial Practices Directive”) and its latest amendments aimed at combating so-called “greenwashing”, we would like to inform our clients about the implications for the use of the NATUR-PACK system logo on product packaging.
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For clients 15.05.2026Read morePPWR: Reusability – Exemption for Pallet Wrapping Films and Straps
The European Commission has adopted a delegated act under the PPWR Regulation introducing an exemption from the reusability requirements for pallet wrapping films and pallet straps. The Commission responded to concerns raised by industry stakeholders, opened the possibility for an exemption from the reusability obligation...
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For clients 04.05.2026Read morePPWR – Timeline of Obligations
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will start to apply in exactly 100 days, on 12 August 2026. However, not all obligations will take effect on that date. In most cases, the application of the requirements is deferred, or depends on additional legislation in the form of delegated and implementing acts.
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For clients 01.04.2026Read moreThe European Commission publishes guidance on new packaging rules (PPWR)
The European Commission has published guidance to support the implementation of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The aim is to ensure uniform application of rules across the EU while simplifying compliance for businesses and Member States.
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For public 11.03.2026Read moreWaste Sorting in Numbers: Municipal Waste Recycling Rate
Over the past 20 years, Slovakia has made significant progress in the sorting and recycling of municipal waste – also in comparison with other European countries. In the past, we regularly ranked at the very “tail” of Europe in Eurostat rankings and lagged behind countries such as Hungary and Bulgaria, while the results of more developed countries seemed unattainable for us. Today, the situation is different – Slovakia has already risen above the European average and currently ranks among the TOP 10 EU countries (9th place). We believe this result can improve even further.