TECHNOLOGIA JSC announces the launch of PolylamEco, an innovative, eco-friendly capsule designed for sparkling and still wines. Developed by our R&D team in direct response to the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), PolylamEco capsules are over 70% recyclable and are designed to meet the sustainability standards that will soon define the European packaging market.
Regulatory expectations are tightening, and packaging has become a central focus of compliance and brand responsibility. Wine packaging solutions must now deliver both technical reliability and measurable environmental value.
By adopting recyclable solutions such as PolylamEco, wine and spirits producers can ensure continued access to EU markets while aligning themselves with emerging regulatory frameworks. At the same time, they demonstrate their commitment to sustainable development principles by actively contributing to a circular economy.
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) marks a significant change in the way packaging is handled throughout the European Union. It considers the entire lifecycle of packaging, from design and production to reuse, recycling, and disposal.
Starting in August 2026, the PPWR will roll out gradually, with a significant benchmark arriving in 2030. According to Article 6, by 2030, every piece of packaging sold in the EU must meet Class C recyclability standards, ensuring at least 70% recyclability. No exceptions — wine capsules included.
However, companies cannot afford to wait until 2030. Under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), part of the European Green Deal, European manufacturers are already required to report annually on reductions in CO₂ emissions and their sustainability performance. This means that businesses must implement environmentally responsible solutions, such as recyclable packaging and the use of recycled raw materials, immediately, rather than waiting for regulatory deadlines.
At TECHNOLOGIA JSC, we are not waiting for 2030. We already have solutions in place.
PolylamEco capsules are designed for both sparkling wines and still wines, making it a versatile solution that covers the full spectrum of the wine category. Whether for a prestige cuvée Champagne, a Crémant, a Cava, or a premium Bordeaux, the PolylamEco capsule delivers the performance, protection, and visual appeal, while also meeting the recyclability benchmarks required by modern regulations.
The innovation behind PolylamEco lies in its optimized material structure, which achieves more than 70% recyclability, significantly reducing its environmental footprint.
This performance is not just declared – it is independently verified. Our champagne capsules and laminate caps have received an Interzero recyclability certification score of 17 out of a possible 20 points. This high score confirms that PolylamEco meets stringent recyclability standards and aligns with PPWR requirements of at least 70% recyclability.
By integrating PolylamEco capsules into their packaging strategy, wine and spirits producers gain immediate compliance advantages while strengthening their sustainability profile.
One of the most persistent concerns among premium wine producers considering a transition to eco-friendly packaging has been the fear of sacrificing aesthetics. The capsule is the first tactile point of contact between the consumer and the bottle, and its appearance must convey the quality of what lies inside.
With PolylamEco, wine and spirits producers do not have to make that choice. This eco-friendly capsule has been precisely engineered to offer both aesthetics and environmental performance.
PolylamEco offers highly versatile design possibilities, allowing each capsule to be crafted as a true extension of a brand’s identity:
This combination of design flexibility and sustainability makes PolylamEco an easy, future-proof solution for brands seeking regulatory compliance without sacrificing identity or prestige.
A key practical advantage of PolylamEco capsules lies in the simplicity and flexibility of their end-of-life recovery. After consumption, bottles with PolylamEco capsules can be disposed of in two convenient ways:
During the recycling process, separation occurs automatically through eddy current technology. There is no need for consumers to remove capsule residues before disposal, making the process simple and efficient.
Aluminum is a remarkable material because it can be recycled over and over again without losing any of its original strength or quality. No matter how many times it’s reused, it retains the same unique properties that make it so valuable. That means it never has to become waste. Because of this, aluminum stands out as one of the most sustainable options in modern packaging and serves as a strong foundation for building a truly circular economy.
Critically, the infrastructure needed to realize this recyclability potential is already in place across the major wine-producing and wine-consuming nations of Europe. Countries including Belgium, Germany, Finland, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Sweden, Spain, and the United Kingdom all have fully operational recycling infrastructure capable of processing aluminum packaging at scale, with high-quality mechanical recycling of materials already embedded in their waste management systems. PolylamEco is therefore not a recyclable capsule in theory – it is recyclable in practice, across the markets that matter most to wine and spirits producers.
The direction of travel in European packaging regulation is clear, consistent, and accelerating. PPWR, the CSRD, and the European Green Deal collectively signal that the era of non-recyclable packaging on the EU market is coming to an end. Wine and spirits producers that delay the shift to sustainable packaging risk more than regulatory trouble – they risk losing access to key markets, missing out on retail partnerships with sustainability standards, and falling behind as consumers choose brands that reflect their environmental values.
PolylamEco from TECHNOLOGIA JSC offers the clearest, most immediately actionable path to sustainable packaging for the wine and spirits sector. More than a regulatory response, PolylamEco represents a strategic investment in the future – where premium quality, operational security, and sustainability move forward together.
Get in touch with the TECHNOLOGIA JSC team today to discover how PolylamEco can be integrated into your sustainable packaging strategy. Contact us at capsule@technologia.com.ua.
Also be sure to explore TECHNOLOGIA JSC’s other sustainable capsule solutions: Pure – a capsule made from mono-material and 100% recyclable – and GreenTech, produced with 30% recycled materials.