In recent days, the momentum on the raw material and procurement markets has increased significantly. We are currently seeing price increases across the board, particularly for film products and packaging solutions based on polyethylene (LDPE) and polypropylene (PP). Price increases of 40% and more are being implemented in individual product groups. Find out more here.

The new EU regulation on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) imposes far-reaching requirements on companies along the entire supply chain. In this context, a recent clarification from the EU provides important guidance: single-use strapping and pallet stretch film are exempt from certain reusable obligations. Find out more about this topic here.

We would like to inform you about a further tightening of the current market situation in the packaging and plastic products sector.

Due to the current developments on the international raw materials markets, we are unfortunately facing considerable disruptions in the supply of plastic raw materials. Read more about this topic here.

Current geopolitical developments and the associated impact on energy, commodity and logistics chains are currently causing considerable disruption on the international commodity markets.

Due to the current geopolitical developments in the Middle East, we would like to inform you at an early stage about possible effects on the market for plastic packaging/flexible packaging solutions.