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 UPDATE – The Council and the European Parliament agree a compromise on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

PPWR UPDATE - The Council and the European Parliament agree a compromise on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal – Industry leaders call for 10 urgent actions to restore competitiveness and keep good jobs in Europe

Industry leaders spanning almost 20 industrial sectors presented ‘the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal’ to Belgian Prime Minister, Alexander De Croo and Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen.

Update on EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) – Pro Carton Member Webinar Invitation

Cepi invites Pro Carton Members to register for its webinar update on EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) on 6th March 2024

EU Policy Monitoring Brief – February 2024

EU Policy Monitoring Brief - February 2024 - Issues relating to EU Policies including Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

Paper and Board sector impacted by lower level of demand in Europe, destocking and high production costs

Fachverband Faltschachtel-Industrie e.V. (FFI), the German Folding Carton Industry Association, issues 2023 summary press release.

Paper and Board sector impacted by lower level of demand in Europe, destocking and high production costs

Production of pulp and paper in Europe experienced a decline in 2023 due to poor economic environment, destocking and high energy costs

Joint Statement on the Green Claims Directive

Pro Carton releases joint statement on the Green Claims Directive

Marco Eikelenboom, CEO of Sappi Europe is the incoming Chairperson of Cepi

Marco Eikelenboom, CEO of Sappi Europe, is the incoming Chairperson of Cepi from 24th January 2024.

Inter-institutional negotiations on PPWR (TBC)

Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) Trilogues schedule for 2024

Results of European Council Council vote on the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) on 18.12.23

Results of European Council Council vote on the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) on 18.12.23

European Council adopts position on the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

Update from Fibre packaging Europe (FPE) regarding European Council' latest position on the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

Update on the Pro Carton Marketing & PR and Public Affairs Workstreams

The latest update from the newly-created Marketing and Public Affairs Workstreams from Pro Carton.