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Big changes are coming. Are you ready? Starting December 30, 2025, the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will take effect — with a clear goal: No products linked to deforestation entering or exiting the EU. For the fashion industry, that means new scrutiny on materials like rubber, wood, and leather — along with other global commodities like beef, palm oil, soy, coffee, and cocoa. Watch the full webinar to understand what this means for your supply chain — and how to prepare before the deadline hits: https://lnkd.in/dZ7jQh-b

Meet Rakesh Kishen U! As a Product Owner at TrusTrace, Rakesh is an adventurous, joyful and focused member of our team with a passion for engaging customers, understanding their needs and synthesizing them into a product that addresses them. Want to learn more about Rakesh, and how he practices sustainable living? Find out more below ??

The EU Omnibus Simplification Package eases some sustainability regulations—but that doesn’t mean brands can step back from traceability and transparency. Key changes: - CSRD: Only applies to companies with 1,000+ employees, delaying reporting until 2028. - CSDDD: Due diligence now limited to direct suppliers, with extended compliance deadlines. Regulations may shift, but market expectations remain high. Brands that invest in traceability now will stay ahead—protecting their business from risks, reputational damage, and future regulatory shifts. Stay proactive. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g62KGbPD

At SXSW 2025, one message was clear: sustainability needs more than good intentions—it requires data, transparency, and accountability. Here are the key takeaways from our panel with Tapestry, adidas and Techstyler: Facts Over Fiction – Brands can no longer rely on sustainability storytelling alone. Consumers, investors, and regulators demand data-backed transparency to build real trust. Sustainability Is Nuanced – What’s “better” isn’t always black and white. Take vegan leather vs. real leather: - Vegan leather is fossil-fuel-based, raising concerns about long-term environmental impact. - Real leather is a by-product of the meat industry and could end up in landfills if not repurposed. Data is essential to evaluate the full picture. A Product Without Data Is a Liability – If you don’t know a product’s origin and impact, you’re not just missing a sustainability story—you’re exposed to legal, reputational, and compliance risks. DPPs Are the Future – Digital Product Passports (DPPs) will empower consumers to make informed choices, but their impact goes beyond that. They will help governments and industries build better recycling infrastructure and drive circularity at scale. As regulations tighten and consumer expectations rise, brands that embrace traceability and data-driven transparency will lead the way. Let’s move beyond the narrative and into action. Missed the session? Listen back to the full session: https://lnkd.in/gTtmgDEi

In 2025, fashion brands and suppliers face evolving regulatory landscapes that demand proactive adaptation. Key trends include shifting supply chains due to U.S. tariffs, streamlined sustainability reporting under the EU Omnibus package, and heightened scrutiny on ethical sourcing, especially for luxury brands. To navigate these changes effectively, integrating robust data collection and compliance strategies is essential. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gPUEwAC6

Don’t miss our panel today at SXSW! If you’re in Austin, join us at the Austin Convention Center at 2.30pm CT for “Honest Marketing & Circularity: A New Era for Fashion”. Together with Sigrid Buehrle from adidas, Logan T Duran from Tapestry, Brooke Roberts-Islam from Techstyler and our SVP of Marketing, Anja Sadock, we’ll discuss what new marketing rules requiring sustainability evidence will mean for brands and consumers, and how solutions like Digital Product Passports will help brands connect more honestly and deeply with shoppers. See you there! https://lnkd.in/geV49mMd

Catch us in Austin this weekend for SXSW! Together with industry experts from adidas, Tapestry and Techstyler, we’ll be speaking on the panel “Honest Marketing & Circularity: A New Era for Fashion”. See you there! https://lnkd.in/g4esfGzB

Join us tomorrow at 2pm CET for our latest webinar, “EUDR Uncovered: Driving Compliant and Sustainable Supply Chains”. With the EUDR just around the corner and global fashion supply chains bracing for impact, we’re teaming up with experts at 2BPolicy and OpenAtlas to discuss how brands can prepare and navigate compliance and risk intricacies in order to future-proof their businesses. Register now: https://lnkd.in/dq6feSGQ

The European Commission’s Omnibus Simplification Package aims to reduce regulatory burdens by revising directives like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). While these changes may ease compliance requirements, the need for robust supply chain traceability and transparency remains critical. For a deeper understanding of how these regulatory shifts impact your operations and the importance of maintaining supply chain visibility, read the latest article on our Knowledge Hub: https://lnkd.in/dXyPUwxD

With the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) just around the corner, global fashion supply chains are bracing for impact. As we help brands prepare, we have teamed up with experts at 2BPolicy and OpenAtlas to bring you our latest webinar, “EUDR Uncovered: Driving Compliant and Sustainable Supply Chains”. Join us on March 6 at 2pm CET as we discuss how to best prepare for EUDR, navigate compliance and risk intricacies to future-proof your business. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gSNiEMaX