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The 13/10/2026
Key Updates, Technical Progress and New Publications
Discover the latest news from Cetie: a strengthened team, progress in European packaging standardisation, ongoing technical projects and new publications supporting the packaging industry. As 2026 progresses, Cetie continues to strengthen its activities and support collaboration across the international packaging industry. From the development of new digital documentation tools to technical advancements in packaging sustainability, our working groups remain actively engaged in addressing current and future industry challenges.
A Strengthened Team to Support Cetie's Activities
In March 2026, Ali Almeida joined Cetie as Documentation Manager, succeeding Jeannine Soullié following her retirement. With extensive international experience in the bottling industry, particularly in glass packaging and closures, Ali brings valuable technical knowledge alongside expertise in marketing, sales and customer service.
Cetie also welcomed Coralie Avodabe, who joined in November 2025 as part of her Master's degree work-study programme. During her assignment, which concluded in September 2026, she contributed to the development of Cetie's MediaWiki project, focusing on document migration, terminology management and user documentation.
The Cetie Wiki: Towards a Collaborative Documentation Ecosystem
Cetie is developing a new digital documentation platform, scheduled for launch in late 2027 or early 2028. Designed as a comprehensive documentary ecosystem, the Cetie Wiki will connect technical documents, terminology, meeting minutes, archived versions and ongoing working group activities within a single collaborative environment. Members will be able to access interconnected technical information, follow document development and participate more directly in collaborative work. This initiative represents an important step towards improving knowledge sharing, traceability and accessibility across Cetie's technical community.
Become a Cetie member and take part in building this shared industry resource.
Working Group Highlights
Supporting European Packaging Standardisation
Cetie continues its active involvement in European standardisation, particularly within CEN/TC 261/SC 4/WG 6, dedicated to packaging prevention and minimisation. In the context of the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), Cetie works alongside AFNOR and European standardisation experts to ensure that industrial requirements are reflected in future technical standards.
Particular attention is being given to the potential revision of EN 13428, addressing packaging prevention through source reduction, while maintaining essential requirements for packaging safety, performance and functionality.
Advancing Microplastics Control
The Caps WG1 (Metal Closures) and Glass WG3 (Glass Neck Finish Geometry) working groups are collaborating on technical approaches to microplastics assessment and contamination prevention.
Their work includes the development of FS29.00, a technical protocol intended to harmonise particle assessment methods, alongside investigations into industrial dedusting solutions and contamination control practices.
Developing Technical Guidance for Reusable PET Bottles
The PET Reuse working group continues to develop recommendations supporting the safe and reliable reuse of PET bottles.
Two technical documents are currently under development:
- DT14.50: Design requirements for reusable PET bottles.
- DT14.51: Recommendations covering use, traceability, washing procedures and quality control.
Drawing on experience with reusable glass packaging, these projects aim to support practical, technically robust reuse solutions aligned with evolving European regulatory requirements.
New Cetie Technical Publications
Cetie continues to expand and update its technical library with documents developed through industry collaboration.
The latest publications include:- DT18.00 – General Requirements on PET Neck Finishes: Defines general requirements for PET neck finishes with sealing surfaces on the top, side and/or inside.
- DT14.10 – Characteristics of a Glass Container to Be Reusable: Establishes the characteristics required for reusable glass containers.
- FS18.00 Rev II – Recommendations for Index Marks on PET Bottle Closures and Neck Finishes: Provides guidance on index-marking options for closures and neck finishes.
- DT41.21 – Characterisation of Cullet Treatment Plant (CTP) Samples: Investigates opacity thresholds relevant to optical sorting and glass recycling.
All four publications are available in English.
Building the Future of Packaging Through Collaboration
Through its technical working groups, European standardisation activities and expanding documentation resources, Cetie remains committed to supporting the packaging industry with shared expertise and practical technical guidance. Explore our latest publications, discover our working groups and join the Cetie community to contribute to the development of tomorrow's packaging standards.
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