As the textile and footwear industries prepare for the EU’s transition toward a circular economy, understanding emerging requirements for traceability, transparency and Digital Product Passports (DPPs) has become essential. Regulatory frameworks such as the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) are reshaping how products are designed, manufactured and documented, accelerating the industry’s move toward greater accountability and data-driven sustainability.
This webinar provides a clear, practical overview of traceability and transparency requirements, the latest DPP regulatory developments and the challenges facing brands, retailers and manufacturers. Participants will learn why a DPP is far more than a digital hangtag, what upcoming obligations may entail and how enhanced supply chain data supports informed decisions for consumers, regulators and industry stakeholders.
You will also gain insights into the broader shift toward life cycle-based product information, including material composition, production processes and sustainability attributes – all critical to achieving future compliance and enabling circular design strategies.
Agenda
- Traceability & transparency – what it is and what it is not
- Digital Product Passport – latest regulatory status
- Challenges and trends within the softlines Industry
- SGS solutions
- Examples
- Q&A
Who should attend?
Brands, retailers, manufacturers, sustainability professionals, compliance teams and supply chain stakeholders in the apparel and footwear industries.
This webinar takes place on March 19, 2026, and will be held in two sessions:
Session 1: 10:00 am (GMT +1), Europe/Paris time
Session 2: 04:30 pm (GMT +1), Europe/Paris time
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