Shanghai, China–April 23, 2024
TÜV AUSTRIA SHANGHAI granted Wuxi Shouchuang Printing & Packaging Co., Ltd. with the OK Recycled Content Certification at the Chinaplas 2024 Exhibition. The certification, based on the UNE-EN 15343:2008, has been conducted through the joint-effort of TÜV AUSTRIA SHANGHAI and TÜV AUSTRIA IBERIA, validating the use of recycled plastics in Wuxi Shouchuang’s plastic bag production, and reflecting the company’s environmental commitment.
Presenting the certification, Mr. Ivan Huang, Managing Director of TÜV AUSTRIA SHANGHAI, praised Wuxi Shouchuang’s milestone, noting its compliance with the EU’s progressive plastic regulations. He said, “This certification is a significant step in sustainable development, particularly crucial amidst the EU’s stringent plastic policies.”
The certification helps companies demonstrate compliance with recycling standards, potentially easing the impact of plastic taxes. Authorized by the Spanish National Accreditation Body (ENAC), it offers an exemption from the Spanish plastic tax, enhancing business competitiveness.
Receiving the certificate, Mr. Zhao Xiaofeng, General Manager of Wuxi Shouchuang, expressed his appreciation and affirmed the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and regulatory compliance, including the EU’s circular economy goals for plastic packaging by 2030.
TÜV AUSTRIA, with nearly 30 years of expertise in third-party technical solutions for the sustainable packaging industry since 1995, offers a comprehensive suite of sustainability services. This includes certifications such as OK Recycled Content, OK Compost/Biodegradable, and OK Biobased, along with assessments for carbon footprint and Greenhouse gas emissions. These services are all aimed at encouraging eco-friendly business practices and establishing sustainable leadership in the industry.
Poster published by the nova-Institut GmbH
Biodegradable Polymers in Various Environments
Collaboration of TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium
For the 3rd time, TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium collaborated in updating the “Biodegradable Polymers in Various Environments” poster, published by the nova-Institut GmbH, which lists the 9 most common biodegradable polymers and their 7 potential end of life environments.
TÜV AUSTRIA acquires ISARail SpA
TUV AUSTRIA enters the
rail certification sector
ISARail SpA has been operating since 2000 as a private and independent body for safety-related issues and conformity assessments for railroad systems.
Italian training expert BRAINFORM
joins TÜV AUSTRIA Group
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EU AI Act is in force
TÜV AUSTRIA present AI position paper
TÜV AUSTRIA expressly welcomes the EU AI Act as a sensible regulatory instrument. Care must be taken to ensure that so-called low-profile certifications, which are issued exclusively on the basis paper-based tests, do not appear to be suitable for high-risk AI applications – an assessment must also include the function and performance of the system.
METALogic officially becomes
TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium
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Preparations for 100 % hydrogen:
TÜV AUSTRIA evaluates existing gas pipeline