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Jenny Walther-Thoß
10. June 2025

News from Brussels, Strasbourg and Berlin

We inform you in detail about the new “Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard” (VSME) for SMEs and on the topic of climate management (background, digitalisation as the key, which cost-effective solution is available). Before that, there are brief updates on the EUDR “Deforestation Regulation”, the Supply Chain Sustainability Obligations Act (LkSG), the Single-Use Plastics Fund and […]

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Matthias Giebel

Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2025: Learnings

The Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) in Amsterdam set a new milestone with over 13,000 visitors and more than 500 exhibitors. PRSE was an excellent opportunity to learn about current trends, network and work together on solutions for a sustainable future in recycling. We would like to share our findings and results with you. In […]

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Matthias Giebel

Design for recycling: EU competition for strategies and interests

Who takes the lead in shaping Design for Recycling (DfR) standards? Within the European Commission, a political struggle is emerging between two General-Directorates. A pragmatic and a scientifically accurate approach are at odds with each other. A winner is emerging. As a result, you should familiarise yourself with the established standards and the work of […]

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Oliver Smith
07. June 2025

Success factors for acquiring new customers: from farmer to hunter

The established growth model of the packaging industry relies on nurturing existing customers. However, the “farmer” model has passed its zenith. The current situation requires a ‘hunter’ who can attract new customers. The transition is not easy, but it is necessary – and possible. We will show you the three key success factors, which questions […]

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Oliver Smith

Stagnation. Uncertainty. Expired growth model.

For many years, the growth of many companies in the packaging industry was based on one central principle: growing with existing key customers. But the age of predictable growth is over. New times have dawned. They are characterised by uncertainty and stagnation. The rules of the game are changing accordingly. Before we look at the […]

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Thomas Reiner
19. May 2025

From Waste to Packaging: How Lamb Weston’s Waste Oil Bag is a Win for Sustainability and Storytelling

As sustainability still grows in importance, packaging has already evolved from protection to a strategic tool for environmental impact and innovation. An example of this is the new bag developed through collaboration between SABIC, Lamb Weston and OPACKGROUP. It is made from bio-based plastic obtained from used cooking oil, a by-product of the company’s own […]

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Oliver Smith
10. March 2025

New positioning of BP Consultants

The packaging industry is facing far-reaching challenges. A dynamic market, tighter regulatory requirements and a growing awareness of sustainability mean that companies are confronted with uncertainties and have to fundamentally rethink their strategies. To remain competitive in the long term, they have to adapt flexibly and explore new avenues. It is precisely for this reason […]

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Jenny Walther-Thoß
27. February 2025

News from Brussels, Strasbourg and Berlin

News and updates from national and European regulators continue to be an integral part of our newsletter. In this issue, you can expect (once again) a new regulatory proposal in the plastics sector, information and practical help on the PPWR as well as insights into the resurgent debates on CSRD, EU Taxonomy and CSDDD.   […]

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Jenny Walther-Thoß

One year of “New EcoVadis”: What have we learnt?

EcoVadis has become an important player in sustainability assessments in today’s packaging industry. Increasingly, customers are demanding proof of sustainability performance from their suppliers. EcoVadis has emerged as a real factor in the value chain. It is therefore important for companies today to develop a thorough understanding of the EcoVadis rating and validation process. We […]

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Jenny Walther-Thoß

Politics and sustainability turn into the three R’s – regulation, ratings and reports

Regulation, ratings and reporting have taken up more and more space in recent years. Our newsletter has illustrated what is also happening in the day-to-day business of companies. As BP Consultants, we accepted this challenge at an early stage and have developed the topic into a separate pillar of our consulting services over time. Regulation […]

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