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EUDR - EU Deforestation-free Regulation

What is the EUDR and what does it mean for paper and wood-based food packaging?

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has direct implications for paper and wood-based food packaging. If your business uses cups, boxes, trays, bags, wooden cutlery, or any other paper or wood-based packaging, this regulation applies to you. In this article, we break down what the legislation requires in practice, what it means for your supply chain, and how Verive is supporting customers with compliance.

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Loes van Os is a lecturer and researcher at HAN University of Applied Sciences and a Master's student in Circular Economy

The materials exist. So why isn’t the packaging chain moving faster?

Loes van Os, lecturer and researcher at HAN University of Applied Sciences, maps out where the supply chain is genuinely making progress, where the real bottlenecks remain, and what it will take for brands and their partners to move in the same direction. Read the conversation about where the friction really lives, and what it takes to move past it.
In collaboration with Bunzl Retail & Industry.

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Discover the differences between PETG / Tritan and Polycarbonate (PC)

PETG vs. Polycarbonate: What you need to know

Polycarbonate, given its glass-like appearance and heat resistance, is popular for reusable drinkware and food containers. Yet most PC contains Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical subject to an EU-wide ban in food contact materials starting July 2026. Read on to learn about the ban and why PETG is emerging as a clean and safe alternative.

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Embossed “BPA‑free” marking on a clear plastic bottle, highlighting the BPA ban.

BPA in food packaging: What it is, why it’s banned, and how to avoid it

BPA is found in countless food packaging products worldwide, but research links it to serious health concerns. In this article, we explain what BPA is, what the EU ban means in practice, and how to identify BPA-free alternatives.

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SUP Directive in the Netherlands: rules in 2026 and 2027 per market

Since the introduction of the SUP Directive (Single-Use Plastics Directive) in the Netherlands in 2021, a lot has changed. The transition towards ‘reusables as the standard’ remains central to this regulation, even after recent announcements. Read on to discover what this means for your business in 2026 and 2027.

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PFAS restrictions under the PPWR: What changes for food packaging from August in 2026?

Learn how PFAS regulation is evolving in Europe with the introduction of the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Article 5 introduces concentration thresholds for PFAS in food-contact packaging, adding a new compliance layer alongside REACH and the POP Regulation.

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How Verive ensures responsible sourcing

Responsible sourcing at Verive: What it means and why it matters

From a supplier code of conduct to independent audits, responsible sourcing is built into every Verive product. Read our commitments to ethical sourcing across our global supply base.

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Two workers examining soil in a container with their hands.

Compostable food packaging factsheet: What it is and when to use it

Food-contaminated packaging cannot be recycled, but certified compostable packaging offers a solution. Learn what makes foodservice packaging compostable, how to recognise certified products, and proper disposal methods.

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A person takes a cellulose tray from a food dispenser machine.

From food retail to central kitchens: A closer look at cellulose as a food packaging material

Demand for alternatives to plastic to-go trays is growing. Cellulose is emerging as a renewable, versatile option. But what is it, how are trays made, and why are businesses choosing them?

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Carbon neutral, net-zero or carbon offsetting: What’s your business goal?

Carbon neutral, net-zero or carbon offsetting: What’s your business goal?

Confused about the difference between carbon neutral, net-zero, and carbon offsetting? You’re not alone. This article breaks down these three common climate goals: what they mean, how they differ, and which one might best fit your business ambitions.

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Biodegradable

Why don’t we use the term ‘biodegradable’?

Many products are marketed as “biodegradable” – but what does that really mean? At Verive, we’ve made a conscious decision not to use the term in our product information or marketing. Here’s why we believe transparency matters more than vague promises.

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paper and cardboard at recycling plant

Can I dispose of my used food packaging in the paper recycling bin?

Across Europe, as much as 79,3% of all paper and cardboard brought to the market is collected and recycled. However, not all packaging that’s been in contact with food or drinks can go in the paper recycling bin. Michiel Adriaanse from the Royal Association of Dutch Paper and Cardboard Manufacturers (VNP) explains how it works.

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Considering reusables? Key insights from experts

Considering reusables? Here’s what experts in circularity want you to know

As EU regulations tighten around food packaging, talk about reusable systems is gaining momentum across the food and hospitality industry. But how feasible is reuse in practice – and what do businesses need to prepare for?

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Francsico Morcillo is Head of Sustainability at Bunzl Continental Europe

Packaging trends Horeca should watch from 2025: Reuse, regulation, and making real impact

What does food packaging look like in 2025? We spoke with Francisco Morcillo, Head of Sustainability at Bunzl Continental Europe, to explore the biggest sustainability trends transforming the sector. From reusables to digital tracking, here’s what’s shaping horeca (hotels, restaurants, catering) packaging right now.

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A chef at Magnushof carefully stirs the sauce.

Magnushof’s journey to sustainability through meal packaging

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Bar at Zwollefonds serving beverages in Verive PP reusable cold drink cups.

Clean canals in Zwolle with Verive 360’s reusable cup system

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Verive paper to-go cups available at Kiosk locations across Dutch NS train stations.

NS Stations’ continuous journey to sustainable packaging

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