Struggling with the growing complexities and data demands of packaging legislation, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulations (PPWR)? You’re not alone. As we celebrate our 20th year as a compliance scheme, Catherine Guy, Relationship Manager at Beyondly, takes a closer look at the key challenges producers face ahead of this compliance year and details what they should be looking for in their packaging compliance provider for 2027.

It is safe to say we’ve entered a new era of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). With increased producer liability, what was once a routine reporting obligation has become a process with real impact on organisations, from resource and data requirements to overall cost. Following the first full year of EPR, producers have now felt the effects of being financially accountable for the full lifecycle of their packaging, including its arrangement, collection, and recycling.

As 2026 requirements continue to grow, with Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulations (PPWR) beginning implementation from August 2026, requirements are also becoming more intricate, affecting business costs even more. Considering future packaging regulations, Catherine delves into the key priorities as producers select their scheme of choice for the 2027 compliance year. It is now more important than ever to be with a scheme that prepares you for everything coming our way.

As Beyondly’s Relationship Manager, Catherine works closely with global organisations, building strong, trusted relationships with producers. Here, Catherine shares her key ‘must-haves’ for producers when they are choosing a producer compliance scheme.

1. Comprehensive membership package

With access to a specially developed Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) tool, ongoing EPR compliance support, regular policy insights delivered straight to your inbox, and personalised guidance tailored to individual needs, Beyondly offers a comprehensive membership package for obligated producers.

If you also choose to join Beyondly for Data Management, the Beyondly Data Sphere (powered by One World) is a purpose-built web-based application, designed to support producers and their suppliers with growing EPR data requirements to capture, maintain, and report on their packaging data.

With 20 years' experience, Beyondly has only grown stronger. Our two decades of expertise in PRN procurement means we’re ready for whatever the market throws our way, and we keep our members informed and supported at every turn.

2. Top-notch expertise and guidance

With the addition of 15 new members to the Beyondly team in 2025, our breadth and depth of expertise have grown significantly. As a result, our learning community – Beyondly Buddies – is busier than ever, offering a wide range of resources designed to help you learn in the way that suits you best. This includes webinars, news updates, podcasts, and events, all focused on keeping you informed and confident in navigating environmental compliance.

Our Beyondly Buddies content also includes practical submission guidance, regulatory updates, thought leadership, and exclusive webinars and events delivered in collaboration with our valued partners, helping members stay ahead of change and reduce compliance risk.

All content is designed to be practical, accessible, and directly applicable to your day-to-day compliance responsibilities. This year, Beyondly are also going to be visiting multiple UK cities, to meet some of you face to face. We’re excited to take our bright yellow brand out of Yorkshire and showcase our expertise!

In 2025 we also welcomed Alex Hilton, Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs. Alex was previously Head of Governance and Government Relations at PackUK, where he played a leading role in the recent development of the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM).

Beyondly's affiliations  across the industry enable us to amplify our customers' voices. Through associations such as the Packaging Scheme Forum (PSF), The Packaging Federation, and Chartered Institute of Waste Management, we work to shape regulatory change, representing our members' interests wherever possible.

3. First-class customer service (a friendly team!)

Beyondly are the only compliance scheme to hold the Customer Service Excellence Award – an accolade that speaks for itself. We passionately champion customers and are an extension of your team, so you can unlock practical solutions and achieve environmental confidence. 

4. A full-circle offering

Our expertise does not stop at compliance. Beyondly are proud to offer support for every environmental challenge, capturing carbon & energy compliance, sustainability, waste and resource, ESG, and the latest hot topic: Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

Next steps

Get in touch with Beyondly for a no obligation conversation. There is no better year to join Beyondly as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary as a business. Join our circle and celebrate with us!

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