For large producers, the 1 October Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting deadline is an important date in the compliance calendar. By this deadline, businesses must submit accurate packaging data covering the first half of the reporting year, helping to demonstrate compliance with the UK’s packaging regulations and avoid unnecessary delays or corrections.
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) marks one of the biggest changes to packaging legislation in recent years. While the regulation applies within the EU, its impact extends far beyond its borders. For UK businesses that manufacture packaging, supply packaging components, or export packaged goods into the EU, understanding what PPWR could mean is becoming increasingly important.
The average European generates 180kg of packaging waste annually, which could increase by 19% by 2030 without intervention.
The UK Government recently announced on 15th March 2023 that the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) costs will increase from 1st April 2023.
Within the European Union, medical technologies are regulated by laws that are made to ensure the safety and performance of devices throughout their lifetime.
It’s the start of a new year, one which is sure to be full of exciting packaging innovations and developments.
To further support Swiftpak’s expertise in the pharmaceutical and medical industry, Swiftpak offer a wide array of temperature monitoring products which are designed to reduce re-ship and replacement rates by up to 30-50%.
Swiftpak is officially celebrating its 1-year anniversary of being a Living Wage Employer.
Swiftpak are incredibly proud to be ‘Highly Commended’ for their tree-planting module within the category Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative of the Year at the prestigious UK Packaging Awards.
