Latest industry news and insights from the Valpak Team
Are you getting the most out of your compliance scheme or simply looking for a change? Sam Dove, New Business Manager, provides some top tips on how to find out if you're getting the best value from your current compliance provider.
Read MoreThis blog explores the upcoming UK Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) set to launch in 2027. It outlines what producers and retailers need to know, how the scheme will work across the UK, and how to start preparing for a more circular future.
Read MoreThe National Cup Recycling Scheme's Beyond the Bin initiative is a £45k fund to boost cup recycling innovation and support bold projects that improve paper cup recycling. Open to businesses, communities, and partnerships, find out how to apply and help shape the future of fibre-based cup recovery in the UK.
Read MoreLatvia’s new textiles legislation introduces Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for all businesses selling textile products into the Latvian market, no matter the size. This checklist outlines what’s covered, who’s affected, and how Valpak can help you stay compliant and avoid penalties.
Read MoreThis blog explores how Life Cycle Assessment consultancy helps businesses measure and reduce environmental impact, turning sustainability goals into credible, actionable results with Valpak’s expert support.
Read MoreWith the EU’s CBAM entering its definitive phase, this blog explores why relying solely on online tools could lead to costly compliance errors. Learn how expert oversight, verified data, and supplier engagement are essential to avoid penalties and protect your business.
Read MoreThe European Commission is overhauling the WEEE Directive to tackle gaps in product scope, collection targets, and EPR harmonisation. Our blog breaks down expected changes under the EU Circular Economy Act, including stricter recovery goals, improved reporting, and a shift toward unified regulations. Learn how businesses can prepare and why early action is essential.
Read MoreThis blog explores Spain’s draft textile EPR decree and what it means for producers of clothing, footwear, and related goods. Learn about key obligations, affected product categories, and how to prepare for compliance under this landmark regulation.
Read MoreIn this blog, we explore Italy’s upcoming textiles EPR legislation, what it means for your business, and how you can prepare ahead of the 2025 deadline...
Read MoreThis blog explores Spain’s draft textile EPR decree and what it means for producers of clothing, footwear, and related goods. Learn about key obligations, affected product categories, and how to prepare for compliance under this landmark regulation.
Read MoreFour Valpak employees took part in Tour de Fridge cycled from Gateshead to Perth. Read about their 200-mile journey towing a fridge for charity in support of Changing Minds...
Read MoreNew UK WEEE Regulations are on the way. In this blog, Valpak Policy Advisor, Danny Stapleton Torres, explains two key changes: the creation of a dedicated category for vapes and e-cigarettes, and new compliance obligations for online marketplaces. Learn what the changes mean, who they affect, and how our take-back and compliance services can help you stay ahead.
Read MoreTerri Lord, Valpak Strategic Account Manager, unpacks the key insights from the event — from supply chain pressures to evolving recyclability standards, and how Valpak is helping businesses prepare for what's next. Whether it's adapting to new reporting requirements, planning for the 2027 Deposit Return Scheme, or understanding what Simpler Recycling means in practice, the message is clear: reform is happening, and early action is key.
Read MoreAs the UK edges closer to full implementation of packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), clarity on what producers will actually pay is finally here. In this post, Valpak Policy Advisor, Danny Stapleton Torres, breaks down the confirmed Year 1 fees, explains why they’ve changed, how they’re calculated, and how the UK compares internationally.
Read MoreShannon Moxham outlines the urgent need for businesses to manage F-gases—potent greenhouse gases used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and similar systems. With UK regulations tightening post-Brexit, compliance can be complex and varies between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Valpak is exploring a support service to help businesses with reporting, certification, and data management. A short questionnaire is available for those interested in shaping the service.
Read MoreThis blog, written by Policy Advisor Danny Stapleton Torres, outlines Valpak’s response to the Environment Agency’s Civil Sanctions consultation, highlighting the need for a fairer, more flexible enforcement regime under the new Packaging Waste Regulations.
Read MoreCBAM is set to reshape global trade by placing a carbon levy on imported goods, making accurate emissions data critical from 2026. In this blog, Valpak Researcher, Michael Trotter Comas, explores how businesses can navigate rising compliance pressures and supply chain challenges with the right support.
Read MoreValpak’s Fortnightly Industry News Update keeps me informed of the ever changing legislation and up to speed with what is going on within the industry. I find it to be a useful source of information that is presented to me in an easy to use format.