The new CSRD French companies directive significantly strengthens sustainability reporting requirements for thousands of companies across Europe, including many large French groups. One essential point, however, is sometimes underestimated: these new obligations also apply to their suppliers.
Today, it is no longer enough to deliver a good product. It has become essential to guarantee traceability, technical information, documentation and reliability – including for packaging and closures.
What is the CSRD and why is it so important?
Directive (EU) 2022/2464 of 14 December 2022 on corporate sustainability reporting (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive – CSRD), published in the Official Journal of the European Union on 16 December 2022, has significantly reinforced requirements for transparency in environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters.
Across the European Union, this new framework requires many companies to better document the impacts linked to their activities and their value chain.
In practical terms, companies must now be able to justify:
– the origin of the materials they use;
– how they manage their value chain;
– the impacts associated with their products and packaging.
In this context, compliance no longer rests solely with the final company, but also on the quality, traceability and reliability of the information provided by all its partners.
Which companies are affected by the CSRD?
The CSRD primarily applies to large companies operating within the European Union.
It notably concerns companies that exceed at least two of the following three thresholds:
– more than 250 employees;
– more than €50 million in turnover;
– and more than €25 million in total assets.
In some cases, listed SMEs on regulated markets may also be affected.
Even when a company is not directly subject to the CSRD, it may still be impacted as a supplier to a group that is subject to these new obligations.
Why have suppliers become a strategic issue?
With the CSRD, the supply chain becomes far more visible. A French company subject to these requirements must be able to rely on suppliers capable of answering concrete questions:
– What is the origin of the materials?
– Is there clear traceability?
– Is technical documentation available?
– Can certifications or process guarantees be provided?
Without these elements, reporting becomes more complex, time-consuming and risky.
Today, a reliable supplier no longer simply delivers a product. They also provide structure, transparency and support for compliance.
Traceability and packaging: two essential topics
In the wines and spirits sector, every detail matters — including packaging.
In the design of a bottle, each element – from the container to the closure and the label – contributes to the identity of the final product. Today, these components go beyond their aesthetic or practical function: they have become essential data points that brands must track, analyse and document, in line with growing expectations around transparency and sustainability.
Traceability is therefore no longer just an operational advantage. It has become a strategic lever. In the same way that a brand seeks to guarantee the quality of the spirits it bottles, it must also be able to justify the origin and characteristics of the materials incorporated into its product.
How can we support you in this new context?
As a supplier of bartops, we understand that the market now expects far more than simple technical performance or a premium appearance.
We are ready to support you with:
– detailed information on materials and components;
– full product traceability;
– comprehensive technical documentation;
– certifications that strengthen trust and compliance.
This enables brands to work with greater confidence and to respond more effectively to the requirements of their markets, their clients and their internal compliance processes.
Conclusion
As the CSRD comes into force, a company’s ability to meet its obligations will increasingly depend on the quality of its supply chain.
For large French groups, choosing partners capable of guaranteeing transparency, traceability and consistency will become an increasingly decisive criterion.
This is precisely where we aim to create value: not only as a manufacturer of bar-top closures, but also as a partner ready to meet the new demands of the market.
Are you looking for a supplier capable of supporting your traceability and compliance challenges? Get in touch with us to discuss your needs.
