Smart Packaging Europe is an initiative of EUMEPS, focusing on circular and resource-efficient EPS packaging solutions across Europe.

Belgium, Brussels
Joined February 2021
🇪🇺 EUMEPS supports six recommendations for a stronger European plastics value chain, covering fair competition, investment, enforcement and recycling systems. 🔎 Read the Joint Statement: eumeps.eu/eumeps-newsroom/po… #EUIndustry #Packaging #Recycling
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White goods need packaging that protects without adding unnecessary weight. EPS combines low weight, cushioning and compressive strength to help protect appliances during transport. 🔎 Learn more: eumeps.eu/about-eps-packagin… #EPS #Packaging #WhiteGoods
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🛡️ Packaging for white goods must manage impacts throughout transport and handling. EPS combines shock absorption, compressive strength and mouldability to help protect vulnerable parts of large appliances. 🔎 Learn more: eumeps.eu/about-eps-packagin… #EPS #Packaging #WhiteGoods
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📦 White goods need packaging that protects against shocks, loads and handling during transport. EPS combines low weight, cushioning and compressive strength for applications such as washing machines and refrigerators. eumeps.eu/about-eps-packagin… #EPS #Packaging #WhiteGoods
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Thank you for following our campaign exploring how EPS packaging contributes to a more circular Europe through practical initiatives, scientific evidence and innovation. 📖 Discover the publication: epscircularsolutions.online/ #SmartPackaging #Packaging #CircularEconomy #EPS
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“The OCS® certification demonstrates our progress in preventing plastic pellet losses.” — Gregor Haverkemper, BASF Read more in our publication: 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #OperationCleanSweep #Packaging #EPS
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Recycling is only part of the story. Across Europe, recycled feedstocks are already being transformed into new EPS solutions through innovative circular approaches. Discover more in our latest publication. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #CircularEconomy #Packaging #Recycling #EPS
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Circularity starts with prevention. Operation Clean Sweep® helps companies prevent plastic pellet losses through better handling, employee training and practical measures across the plastics value chain. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #OperationCleanSweep #Packaging #EPS
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EPS packaging recycling is already happening at scale. Our publication highlights global recycling data. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #Packaging #Recycling #CircularEconomy #UNEP #EPS
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“Its insulation properties are unbeatable, and for keeping fish fresh, there is no better solution than an EPS fish box.” — Gerrit van Veen, Managing Director, De Vries Recycling Read the publication: 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #SmartPackaging #EPS #Packaging #Recycling
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Circularity happens through action. From Créa-Styr in France to Porto a Porto and Mission Recycle in Italy, practical initiatives are helping improve the collection and recycling of EPS packaging. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #CircularEconomy #Packaging #Recycling #EPS
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"We knew already that EPS can be efficiently mechanically recycled, but the study provides further evidence of how well the EPS industry is positioned to fulfil the PPWR quotas." — Dr Ingo Bellin, BASF SE Read more: 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #PPWR #Packaging #Recycling #EPS
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Can EPS be recycled repeatedly? A peer-reviewed study from the University of Bayreuth shows that EPS maintains stable molecular properties across repeated mechanical recycling cycles under PPWR conditions. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #PPWR #Packaging #Recycling #EPS
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Recognised by UNEP. EPS transport packaging is among the few plastic packaging formats recognised as recyclable in practice and at scale in certain countries and regions. Learn more: 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #Packaging #CircularEconomy #UNEP #EPS
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Why is EPS used for food, healthcare and protective packaging? Because every application has different requirements. Discover how EPS helps protect products across the supply chain in our latest publication. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #SmartPackaging #Packaging #EPS
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New Publication! Practical examples, scientific evidence and industry initiatives demonstrating how EPS packaging contributes to Europe's circular economy. 📖 epscircularsolutions.online/ #Packaging #EPS #CircularEconomy
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☀️ One material. Many applications. From food and healthcare products to electronics and household appliances, EPS packaging supports a wide range of applications across Europe's supply chains. Learn more: 👉 eumeps.eu/home-packaging #EPS #Packaging #SupplyChain
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☀️ A Long Journey, Safely Protected Many products travel hundreds of kilometres before reaching their destination. EPS packaging helps protect them throughout the journey. Learn more: 👉 eumeps.eu/home-packaging #EPS #Packaging #Logistics
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♻️ What happens to EPS after use? EPS packaging can be collected and recycled through mechanical or chemical recycling, supporting a more circular use of resources. Learn more: 👉 eumeps.eu/home-packaging #EPS #Recycling #CircularEconomy
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☀️ Why is EPS made of approximately 98% air? Its unique structure combines lightweight design with thermal insulation and product protection, while using relatively little raw material. Learn more: 👉 eumeps.eu/home-packaging #EPS #Packaging #Innovation
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