EmpCo: New Rules for Sustainability Claims on Packaging New rules against greenwashing have been in effect in the EU since September 27, 2026. The so-called EmpCo Directive (“Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition”) tightens the requirements for
With Directive (EU) 2024/825 (“Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition”), the European Union is tightening the rules on environmental advertising and consumer information. The goal is to provide consumers with more reliable information and to curb misleading
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees! On September 10, 2026, we celebrated these innovators. The Swiss Packaging Award 2026 ceremony featured amazing packaging solutions and inspiring people. Link to the winners
The SVI family warmly welcomes Optipac GmbH as a new member. Optipac uses the following slogan: Packaging materials for every shipment About 1,000 different boxes, bags, and containers are waiting here at our warehouse in St. Gallen
ENFORCEMENT: THE NEW REGULATIONS (EFFECTIVE AS OF AUGUST 12, 2026) Will products be banned from the EU market if their packaging does not comply with the regulations effective as of August 12, 2026? No, the implementation of
We welcome Mopac Wasen AG as a new member of the Swiss Packaging Institute (SVI). Mopac’s plastic packaging presents your products in a professional and appealing way, provides optimal protection, and also offers you the best possible
Bern, June 24, 2026 — The amendment to the Vocational Training Act and the corresponding changes to the Vocational Training Ordinance will take effect on October 1, 2026. The Federal Council made this decision on June 24,
The SVI welcomes Perlen Papier AG as a new member of the SVI family!
With the adoption of the new Packaging Ordinance (VerpV) on June 24, 2026, the Federal Council took an important step toward the further development of Switzerland’s circular economy. The ordinance will take effect on January 1, 2027,
"We Can't Do Without Packaging" On May 22, 2026, the Swiss packaging industry gathered at the Hotel Olten for the SVI's general meeting. The focus was on President Tobias Leischner's first year in office, the further development
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