The clock is ticking for the packaging industry: Key requirements of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will take effect on August 12, 2026.

To support packaging manufacturers in this monumental task, R-Cycle and packaging management specialist TILISCO, is presenting a new AI-based software-as-a-service solution – the PPWR Compliance Compass – at Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany.

The PPWR Compliance Compass provides a clear overview of the packaging portfolio and uses an intuitive traffic-light system to visualize compliance status.

The development of the PPWR Compliance Compass is the result of an exclusive partnership between ProData GmbH and TILISCO GmbH. It combines TILISCO’s technical and regulatory expertise in comprehensive packaging management with ProData’s proven R-Cycle platform for the digitization of packaging data.

Problem: Scattered and incomplete data

In practice, the biggest challenge in implementing the PPWR often lies in scattered and incomplete data. Information is often stored in different systems and formats – for example, in PDFs, Excel sheets, or emails from suppliers. This is where the PPWR Compliance Compass comes in with its AI-powered data capturing.

Packaging information and PPWR compliance status in one

PPWR Compliance Compass is equipped specially trained artificial intelligence automatically extracts and aggregates all relevant packaging data from various sources. Missing information is easily completed with the help of specific supplier inquiries. Users receive a transparent overview of their packaging portfolio via a dashboard.

As soon as all necessary packaging information is available, they can generate the legally required declaration of conformity at the click of a button.

A key feature of the tool is its built-in GAP analysis. The system immediately compares existing data set with current PPWR requirements. An intuitive traffic-light system visualizes the compliance status of the entire portfolio and immediately highlights any missing or critical information.

This is particularly practical as users can request the missing information from their respective suppliers directly within the tool to efficiently close data gaps.

Live demo at Interpack

Visitors to Interpack can experience the PPWR Compliance Compass’ capabilities firsthand at the R-Cycle booth – from easy-to-use AI-based data capturing to the final declaration of conformity. The comprehensive demo version covers various types of packaging (FMCG, industrial, logistics, etc.) and provides a step-by-step guide to using the tool.