As sustainability regulation continues to reshape the European packaging landscape, many label companies find themselves asking the same question: what does this actually mean for my business today? At the FINAT European Label Forum (ELF) 2026, one session is designed to provide exactly those answers.

The Sustainability Dialogue “Beyond Compliance”: what regulation means for you brings together three leading voices from across the value chain: Stijn Billiet (MCC Label), Francesca Stevens (EUROPEN), and Pablo Englebienne (FINAT). Together, they will unpack how the growing body of EU legislation is moving from high-level ambition to real-world implementation and what that means in practice for label printers and their suppliers.

From PPWR and recyclability requirements to extended producer responsibility and data-driven reporting obligations, the regulatory landscape is becoming more detailed and demanding. Beyond understanding the rules for compliance, the challenge for businesses requires knowing what to prioritise and how to generate sustainable value for customers.

This session goes beyond theory. Expect a pragmatic and interactive exchange focused on actionable insights: what regulatory requirements should be at the top of your agenda, where the biggest operational bottlenecks are emerging, and how collaboration across the value chain can unlock progress. Crucially, it will also address how companies can continue to invest with confidence, while advocating for a workable Single Market and a fair level playing field.

For businesses navigating complex requirements with limited time and resources, this dialogue offers much-needed clarity. It’s an opportunity to cut through the noise, benchmark your approach, and leave with a clearer sense of direction.

For businesses navigating complex requirements with limited time and resources, this dialogue offers much-needed clarity. It’s an opportunity to cut through the noise, benchmark your approach, and leave with a clearer sense of direction.

 Join the conversation at FINAT ELF 2026 and equip your business not just to comply, but to lead.