Consumers want recycling information on packaging: Winfried Mühling, PRO CARTON | interpack 2026

89 percent of consumers are calling for more disposal information on packaging. Winfried Mühling (PRO CARTON) explains at interpack 2026 how the PPWR regulation strengthens fibre-based packaging – and why the Young Designer Award has recorded over 1,000 entries for the first time.

Consumers want recycling information on packaging: Winfried Mühling, PRO CARTON | interpack 2026

89 percent of consumers are calling for more disposal information on packaging. Winfried Mühling (PRO CARTON) explains at interpack 2026 how the PPWR regulation strengthens fibre-based packaging – and why the Young Designer Award has recorded over 1,000 entries for the first time.

Winfried Mühling of PRO CARTON Germany analyses consumer behaviour regarding packaging. 89% of consumers would like to see additional disposal instructions on the packaging, whilst 65% rate recyclability as the most important feature. PRO CARTON’s Young Designer Award has received over 1,000 entries from across Europe for the first time, making it the largest competition for young talent in the packaging sector. Mühling explains how the PPWR Regulation is promoting the transition to a circular packaging industry. An insight into consumer preferences and the promotion of young talent in the cartonboard industry. #interpack #cardboard #consumer behaviour #recycling #YoungDesignerAward #PPWR #supporting young talent #packaging #ProCarton #folding carton #sustainability #circular economy