SINGAPORE, 25 MARCH 2026 – Filtrona reinforced its position as a global leader in specialty filters at the World Nicotine Congress 2026 in Brussels, driving industry dialogue on sustainability, innovation, and regulatory compliance in a rapidly evolving tobacco landscape.
At the Congress, Hugo Azinheira, Executive Director of Global Research & Innovations at Filtrona, joined global policymakers and industry experts on the panel titled “Reimagining Impact: Sustainability Narratives in Tobacco.” The discussion focused on the critical intersection of filtration technologies, environmental responsibility, and regulatory alignment in defining the next era of the industry.
“As regulatory expectations intensify and sustainability becomes a defining industry imperative, Filtrona is playing a leading role in driving practical, science-based solutions that enable progress,” said Hugo. “By integrating innovation, sustainability, and regulatory insight, we are helping the industry to navigate regulatory complexity, reduce environmental impact, and deliver products that meet the expectations of a more accountable future.”
Building on the strong foundation of its 2024 Sustainability Report, Filtrona continues to make measurable progress towards its sustainability goals by delivering tangible outcomes that benefit both its operations and its customers. Key achievements include:
- Zero Waste to Landfill across all manufacturing sites
- 51% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions
- 37% use of renewable energy across operations
- 30% reduction in energy use across operations
These milestones underscore Filtrona’s commitment to embedding sustainability across the value chain, enabling tobacco companies to meet regulatory compliance while accelerating the transition to sustainable products with a lower carbon footprint and higher biodegradability.
