Latvia is now implementing the requirements of the EU Batteries Regulation. From 2026 onwards, foreign manufacturers will be required to appoint an Authorized Representative for batteries. As part of this…
As highlighted in our previous newsletters, the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will introduce significant changes for businesses across Europe. To support you in preparing for these new…
As part of the implementation of the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the Dutch packaging legislation will also be revised. The Dutch packaging EPR scheme, Verpact, has announced…
The French Ministry has officially postponed the implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for commercial (B2B) packaging to 1 January 2027. The postponement is intended to provide sufficient…
On 24 June 2026, the Swiss Federal Council adopted the new Packaging law (Verpackungsverordnung, VerpV). It replaces the previous Beverage Packaging Law and, for the first time, establishes a comprehensive…
Under the former German Battery Act (BattG), which was replaced in August 2025 by the new Battery Implementation Act (BattDG) as part of the implementation of the EU Battery Regulation,…
Over the past months, we have informed you several times about the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and the associated requirements. As the date of application approaches,…
The non-profit EPR take-back scheme for electrical equipment and batteries, ERA, has announced an increase in EPR recycling fees in Austria effective July 1, 2026. The reason for this adjustment…
Starting in 2026, e-bikes in Norway will no longer fall within the scope of WEEE regulations and therefore will no longer need to be registered in the corresponding EPR take-back…
With the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) set to take effect in August 2026, companies across the market will soon face a range of new requirements. Over the…
