What is PPWR?
PPWR is the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. The aim is to reduce packaging waste in Europe, promote recycling and increase the use of reusable packaging.
For businesses, this means that packaging must be designed with a greater focus on the circular economy, reuse and resource conservation in future. Particular attention is being paid to transport packaging, dispatch processes and recurring goods flows.
Returnable packaging systems offer clear advantages in this regard. Returnable containers help reduce single-use waste, lower packaging costs in the long term and support companies in making their packaging processes future-proof.
Why reusable products are now more important than ever
New EU regulation (PPWR)
By introducing the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the European Union is pursuing the goal of drastically reducing packaging waste and significantly strengthening a circular economy. This means that companies throughout the EU are facing new, binding requirements: single-use packaging must be significantly reduced or replaced by reusable, recyclable alternatives.
Especially in the B2B sector, where large quantities of packaging material are used every day, this means that action is needed – but also that there are great opportunities.. Investing in reusable solutions now is not only sustainable, but also future-proof and legally compliant.
Our carbon calculator helps you calculate the specific environmental and economic benefits of switching to reusable packaging. This gives you a solid basis for decision-making—and sends a clear statement about environmental responsibility and corporate foresight.
Conclusion: The PPWR makes reusability an entrepreneurial necessity. BITO simplifies the process of proactively and efficiently shaping change.
Caring for our future
How multi-trip containers reduce your carbon footprint in the long term
Reusable containers are not only more practical, but also significantly more climate-friendly than disposable cardboard packaging. Unlike single-use packaging, which must be disposed of after each use and reproduced – consuming significant energy and human resources, reusable containers can remain in circulation for many times. As a result, the CO₂ emissions from your manufacturing process are spread across multiple distribution cycles. According to studies by the Fraunhofer Institute (Plastic-based reusable systems in the circular economy), using multi-trip transport packaging can save up to 60% of CO₂ compared to single-use packaging. Apart from significantly reduced waste volumes and CO₂ emissions, logistics processes are optimised by using multi-trip MB containers which require less space during transport when nested empty. In a nutshell: choosing reusable packaging actively protects the climate and helps you operate efficiently, sustainably and economically.
Notes on how the carbon calculator works:
- Carton size (small, medium, big)
→ Has a direct impact on waste volume and, by extension, on the environment and costs. - Duration of a distribution cycle (f. ex. 20 days)
→ Indicates how long a shipping box is in transit from start to return.
Weekends and holidays are not taken into account when calculating a transport cycle. Logistics operations usually take place from Monday to Friday to ensure efficiency and predictability. A distribution cycle often lasts between one and five working days. International transport can take longer, while local shipments can sometimes be completed on the same day. - Number of packaging units per day (f. ex. 20)
→ States the number of delivery boxes that are dispatched every day - Price per cardboard box (f. ex. €1.20 )
→ Indicates the price of one disposable carton
Online calculation example
This calculation example is based on the following assumptions:
- Ordering frequency for cardboard boxes: 6 x per year
- Packaging units are shipped on pallets.
- Stacking height of cardboard boxes approx. 1,500 mm
- Stacking height of plastic boxes approx. 2,000 mm
- Return of multi-trip containers on pallets at a cost of €50 per pallet
- Working days per year: 220
- Max. number of distribution cycles per multi-trip container: 200
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Single-use packaging vs. BITO multi-trip containers
This is how MB containers compare to cardboard packaging
- labour-intensive
- personnel-binding procurement from different suppliers
- time-consuming handling
- risk of moisture damage
- large amount of waste
- damaged cardboard packaging
- risk of injury
- higher manpower costs
- additional space requirement
- low empty weight
- no loss of time due to repacking
- secure product handling
- nestable for optimum use of space
- available in many sizes
- hygienic
- efficient storage
- eco-friendly – no packaging waste
- easy handling
BITO Multi-trip containers are perfect for
✓ transporting goods ✓ order picking, organising and sorting goods ✓ tamper-proof locking and sealing for dispatch
MB containers come in European standard sizes. They can be stacked and nested and are customisable with a large choice of accessories.
Drop-on lids, covers for palletised loads, transport dollies, slot-in dividers, container inlays and bag holder rails are just a few examples.
Our multi-trip container series is ideal for distribution cycles and can be handled conveniently without a hand pallet truck or a forklift truck. Security tags and locking systems help you securely seal plastic containers and protect their contents from tampering and theft.
Labels and labelling sheets for printing your own labels to identify boxes and contents are also included in our range together with label covers and document pockets.