The PPWR should fit a system that already works, not the other way around
The PPWR should fit a system that already works, not the other way around The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will apply from 12 August 2026. Its central ambition, to accelerate the circular economy and reduce waste is one the wooden pallet sector has no quarrel with. The friction lies elsewhere. Much […]
Why the wooden pallet sector calls itself the gold standard for circularity
Why the wooden pallet sector calls itself the gold standard for circularity Looking at the data, the case for wooden pallets is overwhelmingly strong. Why, then, do some end-users still lean toward plastic alternatives? And why do regulators continue to apply blanket regulations that work for plastic but not for wood? A recent conversation […]
The Hormuz crisis: why wood is the strategic answer to a fossil fuel crisis
Why wood is the strategic choice for global supply chains As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East escalate into a full-scale conflict in Iran, the global logistics sector is facing a critical challenge. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital artery for 20% of the world’s oil and chemical feedstocks. Now that it’s facing blockades, […]
A message from our co-founders: reflecting on 2025 and looking ahead
We founded the Sustainable Pallet Association with a genuine conviction: that wooden pallets are the essential backbone of the European economy. Today, we extend our deepest gratitude for your engagement and insights since our launch. This year, we focused on defining our voice. A voice driven by data, dialogue, and advocacy for circularity. While challenges remain, […]
What the EU Deforestation Regulation means for wooden pallet producers and what they can do
What the EU Deforestation Regulation means for wooden pallet producers and what they can do The European pallet industry is facing a significant regulatory change. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is more than just a new set of rules. The EUDR comes into effect on December 30, 2025 for large companies and June 30, 2026 […]
While the world talks plastics, we’re building the future with wood
While the world talks plastics, we’re building the future with wood From 5 to 14 August, governments, scientists, NGOs, and industry representatives are gathered at the Palais des Nations in Geneva for the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) on plastic pollution. The goal: to agree on the text […]
Supporting sustainable global trade with wooden pallets
A Bulgarian study delved into the role of wooden pallets within the wood processing industry and their broader impact on international commerce. It emphasizes that wooden pallets are predominantly manufactured by small and medium-sized enterprises, utilizing both semi-automatic and fully automated technologies. Pallets play a vital role in facilitating efficient trade by optimizing warehousing and […]
Wooden pallets, an antiviral solution
This scientific study explored wood’s antiviral capabilities, revealing its potential as a natural and sustainable solution against viral transmission, indicating that wooden pallets can be a natural and sustainable barrier against viral transmissions. The study demonstrated that certain wood varieties, specifically Scots pine and Norway spruce, exhibit potent antiviral action, effectively inactivating viruses, including enveloped […]
The hygienic properties of wooden pallets compared to plastic pallets
A German study commissioned to compare the hygienic properties of wooden and plastic Euro pallets included a literature review and microbial analysis of used pallets. The literature review examined current knowledge on the hygienic properties of wood and plastics, focusing on microbial colonization, microorganism survivability, and assessment methods. The study highlights that requirements for pallets […]
Comparing the environmental impact of wooden and plastic pallets based on Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) (II)
This article presents a scientific analysis comparing the environmental impacts of wooden and plastic transport pallets, offering insights for industry stakeholders and policymakers. The research evaluates the lifecycle environmental burdens of both types of pallets. A key finding is that a plastic transport pallet exhibits a higher environmental load than a wood pallet. The study […]
