Various papers and communications regarding EU policy that are relevant to our industry. The information comes from a variety of sources including the European Commission, CITPA – who represent the interests of the European Paper and Board converting industry (Pro Carton are Associate Members) and Cepi – the Confederation of European Paper Industries.

PPWR – Publication Commission Notice Document and FAQ

The European Commission published its notice document on the PPWR on Monday (30.3.), as well as the FAQ. - both documents attached.

Fibre Packaging Europe’s Single Use Plastic Directive Answer

FPE’s SUPD answer was published with Pro Carton as a signatory.

Policy Monitoring Brief – March 13, 2026

Citpa has released a new policy monitoring brief issue for March 2, 2026. You can read it down below on our article.

Final Joint reactive statement on Article 29(1)

Pro Carton is pleased to share the final version of Joint Reactive Statement on Article 29(1) regarding derogation for pallet wrappings and straps from the 100% reuse targets set out in Article 29(2) and (3) of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

Policy Monitoring Brief – March 2, 2026

Citpa has released a new policy monitoring brief issue for March 2, 2026. You can read it down below on our article.

Joint Statement on CEA legal basis – Final

Joint Industry Statement on the CEA legal basis co-signed by Pro Carton shared with selected MEPs of the EU Comission.

UPDATE – Turkey Safeguard Cartonboard and Coated Mechanical

An update on Turkey Safeguard Cartonboard and Coated Mechanical Investigations.

Policy Monitoring Brief – February 6, 2026

Citpa has released a new policy monitoring brief issue for February 6, 2026. You can find the key points of the document as well as a link to the issue...

EUDR – published in the Official Journal

EUDR has now been published in the Official Journal.

Policy Monitoring Brief – December 19, 2025

Citpa has released a new policy monitoring brief issue for December 19, 2025. Down below you will find the key points of the document as well as a link to the issue...

Targeted consultation for the Circular Economy Act_Sections 1-5

Pro Carton has completed a questionnaire that is targeting specific stakeholders to gather their views and evidence on the potential problems, the solutions (policy measures) that could be pursued within a Circular Economy Act, and the impacts, costs and benefits of these solutions.

For Information: European Bioeconomy Strategy published

On 27 November 2025, the European Commission published the new European Bioeconomy Strategy. Commissioner Roswall presented the new Strategy in a room full of bio-based products showcasing the diverse solutions the bioeconomy offers.