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On Demand: Navigating PPWR and GS1 Sunrise 2027

As you may know, PPWR implementation is fast approaching and GS1 Sunrise 2027 is also on the horizon, bakeries face increasing pressure to review packaging materials, labelling capabilities and recycling performance….
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As you may know, PPWR implementation is fast approaching and GS1 Sunrise 2027 is also on the horizon, bakeries face increasing pressure to review packaging materials, labelling capabilities and recycling performance. In this International Bakery Magazine LinkedIn Live Series Session, Eugene Mclaughlin, Regional Sales Manager Europe, Kwik Lok, explores how bakery packaging closures are evolving, what manufacturers need to prepare for, and how integrated packaging systems can support compliance, efficiency and sustainability goals.  

Key Topics Covered

  • The impact of PPWR on bakery packaging operations  
  • Preparing for GS1 Sunrise 2027 and 2D barcode requirements  
  • Sustainability challenges associated with traditional closure systems  
  • Recycling considerations for bakery packaging components  
  • The role of packaging in food safety and traceability  
  • Metal detection and operational efficiency on bakery lines  
  • Integrated packaging and labelling solutions  
  • Future trends in bakery packaging and supply chain compliance  
  • Considerations for retailers, procurement teams and sustainability leaders  
  • Transitioning existing bakery packaging lines to meet future requirements  

Watch the session now here

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