The latest episode of Ecoporium by Ball & Doggett podcast features host Zaidee Jackson in conversation with Tim Sykes, brand director at Packaging Europe and driving force behind the Sustainable Packaging Summit.
Sykes reflects on how the Summit has evolved into one of the world’s most influential forums, convening policymakers, innovators, and brand leaders to chart the future of sustainable packaging.
He shares insights on the European Union’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which is reshaping global packaging rules across reuse, recyclability, and labelling – and highlights why the regulatory shifts in Europe matter for markets like Australia as we align with APCO targets, PFAS bans, and retailer-led compliance.
The conversation underscores the credibility and influence of the Summit, with European Commission representatives among the headline speakers at this year’s event. For brand owners, suppliers, and policymakers alike, it’s a key opportunity to engage with the ideas and regulations that are setting the tone globally.
Tune in to the podcast on ecoporium website here.
The Sustainable Packaging Summit takes place in Amsterdam from 10–13 November.
PKN is the media partner of ecoporium. PKN managing editor & publisher Lindy Hughson will be attending the Summit, along with Zaidee Jackson, national BDM Sustainable Packaging, Ball & Doggett.
