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EPR Fees in Europe explained: what packaging businesses need to know in 2026 and beyond

It’s a mistake to think of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) as just another background compliance issue. As countries across Europe and the world implement packaging reforms, it is fast becoming one of the most powerful commercial levers in packaging design.
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Designing labels for recyclability: where material choice really matters

As brands accelerate their sustainability commitments, packaging design has moved beyond aesthetics and shelf appeal. Today, recyclability starts with material choice.
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INSIGHTS

Solutions that perform, packs that comply

The food packaging industry is operating in a more demanding environment than ever before. Regulatory timelines are tightening, while sustainability expectations - from retailers, consumers and legislators alike - continue to rise.
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What we do

We innovate, design and manufacture for sustainable solutions that our customers use to package and protect products in daily situations around the globe such as blister packaging for pharmaceutical products. And we understand our obligation and responsibility to champion a circular economy where plastics are a source of valuable raw material, especially in the medical device packaging industry.
Pharma and medical

Pharma and medical

Consumer packaging

Consumer packaging

Food packaging

Food Packaging

Labels

Labels

Cards and graphics

Cards and graphics

Home, building and construction

Home, building and construction

Our innovations

Our Sustainability Report
Sustainability Report

Our Sustainability Report

Our Investing in Better sustainability report is here. We have continued to strive for a sustainable future, making us stronger, and allowing the business to make substantial progress against our three objectives: Close the Loop, Work Smarter and Act Responsibly.
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New Product

kpNext® MDR1 sustainable medical device films

kpNext® MDR1 is an advanced copolyester film that offers medical device manufacturers the same best-in-class performance, clarity, and protection as traditional packaging films with the added benefit of being 100% compatible with the #1 PET recycling stream.
kpNext® MDR1
kpNext® MDR1
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New Product

kp Elite® Nova

kp Elite® Nova is the lightest MAP tray design in its class, helping customers reduce total cost of ownership without sacrificing quality. Its unique ribbing design ensures strength and maintains barrier properties.
kp Elite® Nova
kp Elite® Nova

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Your career at kp. Want to join our team?

Here at kp, we are actively seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and talented individuals to play a vital role in shaping our future. Do you see yourself thriving in a dynamic environment, where you can maximise your potential? We invite you to explore the exciting opportunities we offer. Join our team today! Find out more and apply via our careers page.

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Your career at kp. Want to join our team?

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Sustainability at kp

Sustainability at kp

Sustainability at kp

We believe in the sustainable protection of everyday needs. It’s why we do what we do; it’s why we exist. Our purpose is to be the leader in sustainable rigid and flexible plastic solutions that improve lives, communities and health, while protecting the planet.

Sustainability

Careers at kp

Here at kp, we are actively seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and talented individuals to play a vital role in shaping our future. Do you see yourself thriving in a dynamic environment, where you can maximise your potential? Find out more and apply via our careers page.
Careers
Careers

For investors

Visit our investor relations pages for financial results, company presentations and contact details.
Investors
Investors

Who we are

We are a plastics manufacturer purpose driven to deliver the sustainable protection of everyday needs. Founded in 1965, we have 27 plants in 16 countries, and employ over 5,000 people, committed to serving customers worldwide.
About us
About us

News

April 20, 2026

kp unveils recyclable mono PET fish boards designed for VSP packaging

Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has launched kp Evolve® Fish Boards, its latest innovation designed specifically for vacuum skin packaging (VSP) for processed fish.

April 02, 2026

Klöckner Pentaplast launches kp Infinity® HP3, its largest and most robust Hotpacs® yet

Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a global leader in rigid and flexible packaging and specialty film solutions, has launched the kp Infinity® HP3, the largest and most rigid addition to its award-winning Hotpacs® range.

March 26, 2026

kp and Granterre win the "Best Packaging Award" at the Italian Packaging Awards

Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) and GranTerre, one of the leading producers of sliced cold cuts for the Italian and international markets, have been recognised for jointly developing an innovative, rigid mono‑PET packaging solution...
Press releases

Upcoming events

Find us at these upcoming trade shows and fairs

16-18 June 2026

CPhI China 2026

8-10 July 2026

CPhI SEA

23-24 September 2026

Medical Technology Ireland

6-8 October 2026

CPhI Milan 2026

7-9 November 2026

Süffa 2026

Events calendar