Corrugated cardboard sets the benchmark for high-performing recycling systems. Every day across Europe, it is collected, sorted and recycled efficiently. This delivers real results: ➡️ Corrugated cardboard has a recycling rate above 90%, according to peer-reviewed research Watch to get the facts! fefco.org/circular-by-nature

The #PPWR enters into force in August. What is FEFCO doing to help members prepare? We've released: ➡️ Declaration of Conformity and Technical Documentation ➡️ Updated PPWR Compliance Guide ➡️ Position papers on key secondary legislation topics ➡️ A webinar series focused on the August 12 2026 application date Our goal is simple: to help our members ensure a practical and consistent approach to compliance. #CircularByNature fefco.org/eu-policy

What's at the heart of corrugated cardboard? Recycled fibres. ✅ On average, the material contains 88% recycled content. In certain packaging this figure sometimes reaches 100% Learn how recycling is the key enabler for circularity at scale across Europe! 👇♻️ #RecycledForReal fefco.org/circular-by-nature

#EUSEW2026 is a good time to point to the progress underway in the corrugated industry. ⚡📦 FEFCO’s Energy Efficiency Handbook offers practical guidance to improve energy efficiency at corrugated plants. ▶️ These actions can reduce emissions by up to 6.1 million tonnes of CO₂e by 2050. #CircularByNature fefco.org/eu-policy/climate-…

Welcome to Unboxing Insights, FEFCO’s monthly newsletter! In our May issue, we’re covering the 2026 FEFCO Summit, resources for members ahead of the PPWR entering into force, Europe Day, and much more! 👇 linkedin.com/pulse/fefco-sum…

#ThrowbackThursday to the #FEFCO2026 Welcome Cocktail! 🥂📦 Sponsored by Nestro, the evening was a great opportunity for participants to reconnect, exchange perspectives and kick off the summit. Have a look for more! 👇 #CircularByNature fefco.org/corrugated-packagi…

This week is #EUSEW2026, the perfect time to talk about Europe’s path to #ClimateNeutrality! FEFCO’s Climate Neutrality Roadmap sets out a clear pathway for the corrugated sector to reach this goal, with a practical plan that manufacturers across Europe can implement. Watch to learn more. 👇 fefco.org/eu-policy/climate-… #CircularByNature

This #WorldFoodSafetyDay, let's recognise the role of packaging in protecting food. 🍎📦 Corrugated cardboard helps support freshness, safety and product integrity through: ✅ Cushioning ✅ Strength and protection ✅ Ventilation ✅ Moisture resistance These features help food arrive in the best possible condition. #CircularByNature fefco.org/circular-by-nature…

Recycling works best when there are strong systems in place. Those systems exist for corrugated cardboard: ✅ Collection, sorting and recycling across Europe, every day Another advantage: Cardboard is often a mono-material packaging solution. That makes it easier to sort and recycle. #RecycledForReal fefco.org/circular-by-nature

It's true, the #CircularEconomy is also about jobs! Our sector creates approximately 100k direct jobs in Europe. Corrugated cardboard is #EuropeanForReal. It supports both circularity and employment in communities across the continent. #CircularByNature

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, let's recognise the importance of keeping valuable resources in use. Corrugated cardboard is Europe’s most recycled packaging material. It is collected, sorted and recycled at scale, helping fibres stay in the value chain. ▶️ This is not just ambition. It is real performance, backed by data #CircularByNature fefco.org/circular-by-nature

💡 Hear from industry leaders and experts on how forest-based value chains are driving climate and environmental progress across Europe, and what is needed to scale them up. 🎤 Nuno Santos, @PeltonenTytti, Alexander Graf, Gabriel Sousa 👉 eventbrite.com/e/the-forest-…

#FEFCO2026 put circularity, competitiveness and the #PPWR at the centre of the conversation. Our summit brought together 225 leaders from across the corrugated cardboard value chain to discuss the key issues of our sector. Read our press release for the key takeaways, highlights and conclusions from three days of discussions in Madrid 👇 fefco.org/corrugated-packagi…

Why is corrugated cardboard Europe’s most recycled packaging material? ♻️📦 The answer is in the system: ➡️ Efficient collection and sorting ➡️ Strong participation from households and businesses ➡️ Well-established infrastructure The result? ✅ A recycling rate above 90% Learn more 👇 fefco.org/circular-by-nature #RecycledForReal

💬 How do we protect nature while scaling the EU bioeconomy? What role do forests and forest-based value chains have in delivering this vision? 🎤 Experts @Maja_Drca, Henrik Sjölund, Christian Holzleitner have the answers. 👉 Register now: eventbrite.com/e/the-forest-…

Corrugated cardboard helps protect food throughout the supply chain, supporting freshness, quality and product integrity. Here's how: ➡️ Cushioning ➡️ Strength and protection ➡️ Ventilation ➡️ Moisture resistance Click to learn more! 👇 fefco.org/circular-by-nature… #CircularByNature

We had the honour of having Ms. Rocio Albert Lopez-Ibor, The Regional Minister of Economy, Finance and Employment of the Community of Madrid, deliver the closing address of the event. And that's a wrap on #FEFCO2026! 📦🙌 This week, we discussed the topics shaping our future: ▶️ Global economic trends ▶️ Competitiveness, trade and resilience ▶️ The PPWR and the EU policy landscape ▶️ Recycling and circularity ▶️ AI, cybersecurity and paperisation ▶️ The future vision for our sector A big thank you to all speakers, sponsors and participants for making this summit such a success!

As #FEFCO2026 comes to a close, we would like to thank our additional summit sponsors! 📦 ▶️ Fosber ▶️ Pentatech Group ▶️ BHS ▶️ Crespel & Deiters ▶️ BW Papersystems Thank you for helping us bring the corrugated cardboard industry together to exchange ideas, share expertise and shape the future.

#FEFCO2026 concluded with closing remarks from Saverio Mayer, FEFCO Vice-President and President & CEO, Smurfit Westrock Europe MEA & APAC 📦. ⏩ Saverio ended the summit on a positive note, highlighting how our sector is resilient, circular, and a key part of the solution for Europe. Read more here 👇

The #FEFCO2026 panel discussion continues: ⏩ Leopoldo Santorromán Saldana, CEO of Cartonajes Santorromán, highlighted corrugated cardboard’s long-term role in packaging. He pointed to its strong economic and environmental performance as well as its broad consumer recognition. In other words, cardboard remains well placed for the future.

At the #FEFCO2026 panel discussion on the future of the corrugated sector: ▶️ Paulus Goëss of Mondi highlighted how cardboard is proving that sustainable solutions can perform at scale He also underlined the importance of staying focussed on consumer needs and continuing to innovate with sustainable, competitive solutions.