Entry into force: 11 February 2025General application date: 12 August 2026 The EU’s New Approach to Packaging The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces a new framework designed to reduce packaging waste, improve recyclability and encourage more sustainable packaging throughout the European market. The Regulation applies to virtually all packaging placed on the […]
Read moreThe UK government has confirmed its intended approach to machinery safety legislation following a detailed call for evidence, signalling a clear move toward alignment with the European Union’s evolving regulatory framework. The consultation, which opened in July 2025, sought stakeholder views on two key issues: the continued recognition of EU machinery requirements, including CE marking, […]
Read moreThe European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) — aimed at stopping products linked to deforestation from reaching the EU market — may face another delay before full enforcement begins. The regulation, which officially entered into force in June 2023, was already extended by one year. As it stands, compliance is required from 30 December 2025 for […]
Read moreBrussels, 16 July 2025 – In a bid to bolster sustainability and traceability across the Union, the European Commission’s new Batteries Regulation requires all companies placing batteries on the EU market to register with an approved Producer Compliance Scheme by 18 August. From that date onward, failure to enrol will render producers non‑compliant and expose […]
Read moreIntroducing the EU AI Act – Effective August 2026 As the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act comes into force in August 2026, providers of certain AI systems—both inside and outside the Union—must adhere to a tiered, risk-based regulatory framework. Understanding these compliance obligations is the first step toward lawful market entry. Compliance Obligations for AI Providers […]
Read moreJune 28, 2025: Accessibility Requirements Take Effect From June 28, 2025, every new hardware product (e.g., ATMs, ticket machines, smartphones) and digital offering (desktop software, mobile apps, cloud services) covered by the EU Accessibility Act must meet the harmonised EN 301 549 standard. Organisations must integrate accessibility checks into their design cycle, complete both automated […]
Read moreIn a major leap toward greener consumer markets, the European Union has launched a new regulation aimed at embedding sustainability into everyday products. This initiative, known as the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), replaces older rules with a far more comprehensive and ambitious approach. Its goal? To make sustainable products the norm across Europe. […]
Read moreA new bill currently making its way through the UK Parliament could bring meaningful changes to how products are labelled, measured, and sold across the country. Known as the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill, this legislation might not be making headlines, but it has big implications for businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, or distributing goods […]
Read moreA recent update from the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has confirmed that UK designated standards are beginning to diverge from EU harmonised standards. This development affects businesses placing products on the UK market, particularly regarding the acceptance of CE marking. What’s Changing? Historically, UK […]
Read moreThe European Union’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is introducing new cybersecurity standards to ensure digital products are safer for users. While the legislation officially took effect on December 10, 2024, companies will have until December 11, 2027, to fully comply with its requirements. What the Cyber Resilience Act Covers The CRA applies to digital products […]
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