Green Deal Packaging Framework
The GDPF supports companies in implementing the digital packaging transformation in line with PPWR requirements and is provided free of charge, without liability or warranty.
The Green Deal Packaging Framework (GDPF) provides the foundation for the consistent and structured collection of packaging data across the entire supply chain.
Founding members of the initiative
The Green Deal Packaging Framework (GDPF) was developed by the Digital Packaging Transformation Initiative.
The Digital Packaging Transformation Initiative is a project-based initiative.
The initiative was founded in early 2025 by:
GDPF objectives
The Green Deal Packaging Framework was launched to support the timely implementation of PPWR requirements. Its goal is to create a common language for packaging data and to minimise effort across the entire supply chain through digital standards. Taking action now is essential to avoid unnecessary costs, risks, and operational bottlenecks.
Das Green Deal Packaging Framework
The Green Deal Packaging Framework is divided into three sections, making its content easier to understand and structure. These sections should not be viewed in isolation. Links between the sections highlight relationships and dependencies, providing additional context and making the framework easier to navigate and understand.
Below you will find the sections, including content overviews and links to the corresponding documents:
Fundamentals of data transfer and information flow
This section provides information and guidance on collecting packaging data along the supply chain and passing it on throughout the supply chain.
Content overview:
- Introduction and background
- Legal requirements
- Compliance roadmap
- Minimum data requirements
- Granularity of data collection
- Requirements for data collection across the supply chain
- The modular packaging structure
- Rules for modifying packaging data
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PPWR-Compendium
The PPWR Packaging Compendium provides a structured overview of common packaging formats and explains how they should be correctly recorded in Packaging Cockpit for PPWR compliance. In addition, this section links key PPWR terminology directly to the corresponding terms used within Packaging Cockpit, making it easier to understand and apply regulatory requirements.
Content overview:
- Terminology used in Packaging Cockpit:
- Packaging levels
- Packaging components
- PPWR terminology and its impact on data entry:
- Packaging unit
- Integrated and separate components
- Common packaging formats and guidance for data entry
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Quick-Start Packaging Cockpit
This section provides practical guidance on the key Packaging Cockpit functions for the various stakeholder groups and includes links to additional support resources, such as e-learning courses, the user manual, and Packaging Cockpit Support.
Content-overview:
- Overview of the key Packaging Cockpit functions for each stakeholder group:
- Packaging manufacturers
- Konsumgüterhersteller / Abfüller
- Retailers
- Links to e-learning courses, the user manual, and Packaging Cockpit Support
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GDPF webinars
Packaging Cockpit offers free webinars to help companies get started with their digital packaging transformation journey. To better address the specific needs and challenges of different stakeholders within the supply chain, the webinar content is divided into two dedicated sessions: one for packaging manufacturers and one for consumer goods manufacturers / fillers.