R-EU-CYCLE x FoodRadar

R-EU-CYCLE x FoodRadar
Date: May 6, 2026
Location: Kortrijk, Belgium

PPWR: Preparing for the New European Packaging Regulations

In light of new European packaging requirements, it is becoming essential for manufacturers to anticipate regulatory changes.

On May 6, 2026, an informational session on the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) will help you better understand the impacts of this regulation and identify ways to adapt your products and processes.

Why participate?

The PPWR Regulation, which will take effect in August 2026, aims to fundamentally transform the packaging sector in Europe by promoting:

• reducing packaging waste,
• reusability and recyclability,
• eco-design of products.

This regulation applies to all entities placing packaging on the European market and requires significant changes in terms of design, materials, and the supply chain.

What's on

• Understanding the challenges and objectives of the PPWR
• Understanding the New Regulatory Requirements
• Exploring the impacts on food products and their packaging
• Discover the role of packaging as a communication tool

The morning will begin with coffee and refreshments, followed by presentations from industry experts and opportunities for discussion among participants.

Who is this for?

• Manufacturers (food and beverage, packaging, materials)
• Managers of R&D, Innovation, and Quality
• Stakeholders committed to the transition toward more circular models

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A strategic challenge for businesses

With ambitious goals for waste reduction, recyclability, and reuse, the PPWR serves as a key driver of the transition to a circular economy at the European level.

By participating in this session, you’ll gain a head start in adapting your products and staying competitive in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.