Meet OPRL at Packaging Innovations 2026. Visit Stand E146, hear from Alice Harlock, explore recycling labels, PPWR insights and exclusive member tools.
Packaging & Recycling in 2026: What’s Changing and How OPRL Membership Can Help
Discover what’s changing for packaging and recycling in 2026, from Simpler Recycling to eco-modulated fees, and how OPRL membership can support compliance.
A Look Back at 2025: OPRL’s Achievements and Milestones
Discover OPRL’s key achievements from 2025, including major tool updates, expanded member support, new resources, industry engagement and strategic developments
OPRL Supports WasteAid in the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2025
For Christmas 2025, OPRL supports WasteAid through the Big Give Christmas Challenge, helping build global recycling solutions and reduce waste. Learn how you can get involved and make twice the impact.
The Evolution of the OPRL Recycling Label
Explore the evolution of the OPRL Recycling Label—how clearer messaging, call-to-actions, and grace periods help consumers and businesses recycle right in the UK.
OPRL Reflects on a Fantastic London Packaging Week 2025
Discover OPRL’s highlights from London Packaging Week 2025 — key takeaways, our talk on designing for recycling, Lucky Dip winners, and more.
OPRL Rules and the RAM
In April 2025, Defra and PackUK launched an updated Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM). Discover how this impacts our Labelling Rules.
Margaret Bates Focuses on Simpler Recycling After Leading the UK Packaging EPR Scheme
After leading the UK Packaging EPR Scheme, Margaret Bates turns her focus to Simpler Recycling, driving collaboration across the packaging sector.
Certified as Recyclable: Now Including Fibre-Based Packaging
Our Certified as Recyclable scheme has been expanded to now include recyclability testing for fibre-based packaging.
Recycle Week 2025: Let OPRL Help You Take Your Packaging Further!
Celebrate Recycle Week 2025 – Learn how our recycling labels and Recyclability Assessment Tool help businesses boost packaging recyclability. Plus, get 20% discount when you register for membership this week.
How OPRL supports innovation with TRI-LOCKER
Discover how our membership, advice and tools at OPRL have helped TRI-LOCKER understand the technical, regulatory, and reputational challenges of sustainability.
OPRL to Exhibit at London Packaging Week 2025
Join OPRL at London Packaging Week 2025, ExCeL London, 15–16 Oct. See our RAT demos, meet our team, and discover how we can boost your packaging recyclability.
Liquid cartons move to a ‘Recycle’ label
From April 2026, liquid cartons can carry the Recycle label for kerbside collection in the UK. Learn how this aligns with Simpler Recycling.