Ilse Roosens & Aurore Theys GPSR Textiles: more clarity but also questions Since the entry into force of theGeneral Product Safety Regulation GPSR( Regulation – 2023/988 – EN – EUR-Lex ) onDecember 13, 2024, the textile and clothing sector is struggling with a crucial questi... GPSR Product Safety Apr 9, 2026 Product & Operations
Matthias Vertommen Announcing discounts: what is and isn’t allowed? Claim Can you just announce discounts? What you hear VS Reality NO You cannot just announce a discount. Although businesses are free to set their prices, strict rules apply ... Consumer law Discounts Apr 2, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal
Liz Nowé What does the new regulation on voluntary overtime entail? What do you need to remember? 1 Vanaf 1 april 2026 Eén systeem van 360 vrijwillige overuren per jaar, voor elke sector. 2 Voor 240/360 overuren Geen RSZ, personenbelasting of overloontoeslag verschuld... Employment law Overtime Apr 1, 2026 Social Law & JC 109-215
Liz Nowé Advocacy: How do Creamoda and Euratex strengthen our voice in Europe? In previous newsletters, we explained how we influence policy for self-employed individuals and SMEs through UNIZO, and how VBO FEB defends our interests at the federal level. Today, we are consciousl... Lobbying Partners Apr 1, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal
Matthias Vertommen Why was an update of the production framework agreement necessary? Why was an update of the framework contract production necessary? The reality of production in the fashion and apparel sector has changed significantly in recent years. International supply chains are co... Contract law Production contract Apr 1, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal
Ilse Roosens Can a garment be labelled as “sustainable” or “organic cotton”? Myth A piece of clothing made with certified organic cotton may be labeled as "sustainable/organic" VS fact FALSE Labeling a garment as "sustainable/organic" because it is made with certified organic ... ECGTD Fact Check General Mar 31, 2026 Sustainability
Ilse Roosens Greenwashing: How will it be regulated in the short term? Of Green Claims Directive (GCD)aimed to provide more transparent, reliable, and verifiable information about the environmental impacts and sustainability of products. The directive included specific r... ECGTD General Mar 24, 2026 Sustainability
Ilse Roosens Repair or recycling? Myth "Repairing a piece of clothing is a form of recycling" VS FACT FALSE Manufacturing and recycling are often used interchangeably, but they mean something completely different. + Manufacturing and ... EPR, PRO General WFD Mar 17, 2026 Sustainability
Liz Nowé Advocacy: How do Creamoda and the FEB VBO make a difference? In our previous newsletter, we explained how we influence policy for self-employed entrepreneurs and SMEs through UNIZO. Today we zoom in on VBO FEB — a key partner in representing the interests of ou... Lobbying Partners Mar 17, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal
Matthias Vertommen New EU rules for small consignments: what is changing? New EU measures regarding small shipments: What is changing and what does this mean for our sector? There is a lot happening in the European customs landscape. New figures and new regulations show how imp... Customs Parcel tax Mar 17, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal
Ilse Roosens What does the new Euratex Position Paper on the Digital Product Passport say? Summary The introduction of the Digital Product Passport (DPP) will significantly change the European textile and fashion sector. At Creamoda, we are closely monitoring this and actively communicating... DPP ESPR Mar 16, 2026 Sustainability
Matthias Vertommen FACTS & FIGURES: indexation and inflation outlook – March 2026 FACTS & FIGURES: inflation and indexing 2026-2027 Latest forecasts from the Federal Planning Bureau (March 2026) The forecasts from the Federal Planning Bureau for the month of March are available. This forec... Figures Index & inflation Mar 16, 2026 Int. Trade & Legal