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The first PPWR rules are in effect. Is your packaging data in order?

The first requirements under the new European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) have applied since August 12. This makes detailed and verifiable packaging data increasingly important. Do you work with mu..

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Additional discount for European recycled material

27 August 2026

Nearly nine out of ten packages in the Netherlands are recycled or reused. This puts the Netherlands among the international leaders. Behind that high percentage, however, is a supply chain under pressure. Verpact’s annu...

Consumers Association: manufacturers use fiber claims to mislead

24 August 2026

Manufacturers are increasingly using fiber claims to make products appear healthier. According to the Dutch Consumers' Association, these claims do not always provide an accurate picture. The organization found more than...

Growth in ready-to-eat meals calls for smart packaging solutions

11 August 2026

Demand for fresh ready-to-eat meals and convenience products continues to grow. Consumers expect products that are fresh, safe, sustainably processed, and ready to use. This is also increasing the need for high-quality, ...

PPWR: New packaging requirements from August 12

04 August 2026

The first new PPWR rules will apply from August 12, 2026. Producers and importers may then only place packaging on the EU market with a valid EU Declaration of Conformity. Food companies therefore need to determine their...

78% of Belgians want Nutri-Score on every packaging

27 July 2026

The voluntary use of Nutri-Score is under debate in Belgium. Political proposals focus on food packaging and advertising. One proposal would make the label mandatory on every package. Stricter advertising rules are also ...

New plant-based plastic offers opportunities for food sector

23 July 2026

Biobased plastics are advancing rapidly, but practical use remains challenging. A material must be strong, resist moisture and break down after use. Researchers from Wageningen, Amsterdam and China have now taken a new s...

Private label? PPWR responsibility lies with the retailer

23 July 2026

Private label is not only about who makes the product. The name on the packaging also matters. If a retailer puts its own brand on a product, FNLI says that also comes with legal responsibility. This is relevant for food...

Prevent product giveaway and reduce costs

23 July 2026

In the competitive food industry, every gram counts. Small deviations in filling weight can lead to significant product waste, unnecessary product giveaway, and consequently higher operational costs. These inefficiencies...

Recyclability of primary packaging remains a concern

20 July 2026

The supermarket sector has used less packaging material, but still lags behind on recyclability. This is stated in the CBL Verpakkingsrapportage 2025. Primary packaging in particular remains a concern for the supply chai...

Deposit return system may soon cover dairy and juice bottles

03 July 2026

Beverage, dairy, and juice producers should prepare for new deposit return rules. The Dutch government wants to update the system to increase the collection of plastic bottles and beverage cans. The proposals also affect...

Verpact warns against additional packaging taxes

01 July 2026

New national taxes on plastic packaging could slow investments in circularity. Verpact says this in response to a report by CE Delft. The organization fears that additional taxes will reduce investments in recycling and ...

Surplus: flexible choices, smart packaging

29 June 2026

Menu Surplus is the central production kitchen of Surplus, a healthcare and social services organization in the West Brabant region of the Netherlands. Through its Social Approach pillar, the organization places great va...

Is mandatory Nutri-Score getting closer?

25 June 2026

Will Nutri-Score soon become mandatory on every food product? According to Foodwatch, the time has come to take that step. The organization is calling on the Netherlands and five other European countries to end the volun...

Consortium works to improve plastic packaging recycling

24 June 2026

Plastic packaging keeps food fresh for longer, but it is not always easy to recycle. A consortium led by Utrecht University and companies from across the recycling chain will spend the next four years developing solution...

These names may only be used for meat products

18 June 2026

According to the European Parliament, terms such as steak, ribeye, bacon and chop may only be used for meat products. Parliament has approved new rules aimed at providing greater clarity on the use of meat-related terms....