Leading testing, inspection and certification company, SGS, is hosting a complimentary webinar, ‘Traceability, Transparency and Digital Product Passport – Status & Solutions for the Textile and Footwear Supply Chain,’ on 19 March 2026.

As the EU advances its transition toward a circular economy, new regulations such as the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) are reshaping expectations for product data, life cycle visibility and verified sustainability information.

This shift requires textile and footwear to implement stronger traceability systems, increase transparency, and prepare for the Digital Product Passport (DPP), which will fundamentally transform how they document and communicate product information throughout the supply chain.

SGS’s expert-led webinar will provide a clear overview of the evolving regulatory landscape, explain what traceability and transparency really mean in practice, and outline the latest developments in DPP requirements.

Presenters Frank Kempe and Nicole Zhu will share insights into key challenges, industry trends, and practical approaches for meeting future compliance expectations. Attendees will also learn how enhanced data collection and digital documentation support informed decision-making and strengthen stakeholder trust.

With examples and solutions tailored to the needs of global apparel and footwear brands, the session will help businesses understand what to prepare for now and how to leverage SGS’s technical expertise to navigate these changes confidently.

This webinar is ideal for brands, retailers, manufacturers, sustainability specialists, compliance managers, product developers, quality professionals and supply chain teams working in the textile and footwear sectors.

Interested parties can register here for further information.