The association aims to establish a circular economy for plastic packaging and beverage cartons, operate a comprehensive collection and recycling system for plastic packaging and beverage cartons, promote the economic material cycle, transparently present the benefits and goals of the system to the various stakeholders in waste management and the circular economy, and coordinate the offers for collection and recycling of plastic packaging and beverage cartons. The association is a reliable and competent representative of the industry vis-à-vis various stakeholders. The association safeguards and promotes the common interests of its members. The association is neutral in terms of denomination and politics. The association is non-profit and does not pursue commercial purposes and does not strive for profit.