Nilörn Compliance update:
Managing PPWR, compliance and packaging information
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) represents a significant and evolving challenge for the industry. Nilörn is working to ensure that the required data can be provided in a structured and reliable manner.
From August 2026, PPWR-related information will be available through our Web Order System. This will be the primary channel for accessing the data we provide and will be continuously expanded as additional information becomes available.
During this development phase, the focus remains on enabling consistent data delivery for all products. As a result, the ability to support customer-specific formats or individual data requests will be limited. It is important to clarify that data is provided directly to customers, but not to vendors or other third parties.
As PPWR requirements come into effect, Nilörn recommends a pragmatic and sustainable approach to managing existing packaging stock. Packaging that has already been placed on the EU market before the regulation applies on 12 August 2026 can continue to be used without the need to retrospectively add the required responsible economic operator information or a unique identifier.
For stock held after this date, where economic operator details and/or a unique identifier may be missing, Nilörn advises prioritising natural phase-out and avoiding unnecessary rework, particularly for short-term volumes. Where relevant, digital solutions such as QR codes may be considered to complement this information, supporting both compliance efforts and waste reduction.
For all new product developments, and new production runs of existing products, it is important that artworks include the required responsible economic operator information and a unique identifier from the outset.
Available information will continue to be updated and expanded on an ongoing basis. The latest updates will be communicated through regular customer communication channels.
For support or questions regarding PPWR requirements and implementation, please contact your Nilörn sales representative.
Nilörn compliance update:
EmpCo: New requirements for environmental claims and labels
The Empowering Consumers Directive (EmpCo), applicable from September 2026, introduces stricter requirements for environmental claims and certification labels used on products and packaging.
What is changing?
Environmental claims must be:
- clear and transparent
- properly substantiated
- not misleading to consumers
Certification labels and schemes must:
- be based on robust and verifiable systems
- avoid self-created or unclear certification schemes
- provide greater transparency around environmental performance
In addition, there will be increased scrutiny of environmental claims communicated through:
- logos
- symbols
- visual messaging on garments and packaging
Recent industry developments
To align with these upcoming requirements:
- FSC® has updated its labelling approach and communication around certified materials
- bluesign® is transitioning from its current label system to the new bluepass system, designed to:
- improve transparency
- strengthen substantiation of environmental claims
- align with the ECGT Directive
What this means for you
As these changes come into force:
- existing labels and communication may need to be reviewed and adapted
- certification logos can still be used, but only within clearly defined frameworks
- the context in which claims are presented will become increasingly important
Nilörn will continue to support you in evaluating and adapting your labelling solutions in line with regulatory requirements.