Most conversations around the UK Deposit Return Scheme focus on compliance in areas such as labelling, fees, and reporting. For producers, this is just the visible layer, or the tip of the iceberg, when it comes to expenditure. The true costs of the deposit return scheme are...

Finally, a reason not to abandon that empty can on your desk: it’s worth money. If you have heard about (and perhaps, like us, been impressed by) the German Pfand system, you’d be delighted to hear that the UK is set to launch its deposit return scheme in 2027! In this...

Too many drinks producers are still looking at the UK Deposit Return Scheme through the wrong lens. They see packaging change, compliance obligations, and regulatory updates as issues to monitor until more operating detail emerges. However, this outlook is exactly how businesses...