Lappa Provides
Ocean Signal
with an All-in-One Platform in the EU
Easily manage communication with national authorities and producer responsibility organizations, and ensure compliance with country-specific formalities
With Lappa, Ocean Signal has been able to:
Register under applicable battery and packaging EPR schemes in multiple European Union countries based on a clearly defined compliance scope
Appoint EPR authorized representatives where required by national regulations
Receive clear guidance on eco-contribution structures and cost implications related to batteries and accumulators
About Ocean Signal
Ocean Signal is a global manufacturer of marine safety and communication equipment, supplying critical emergency and signaling solutions for maritime, aviation, and outdoor applications. Its product portfolio includes devices powered by batteries and accumulators, designed to meet strict international safety and reliability standards.
Website: oceansignal.com
Industry: Marine Safety Equipment / Batteries & Accumulators
Path to European EPR Compliance
As European environmental regulations expanded and enforcement intensified—particularly under the EU Battery Regulation—Ocean Signal recognized the need to ensure full compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations across multiple EU member states.
Producers and importers of batteries and accumulator-powered products are required to register with national authorities or producer responsibility organizations, report quantities placed on the market, finance collection and recycling schemes, and submit periodic compliance reports. These requirements vary by country and are subject to evolving regulatory frameworks.
For a manufacturer supplying safety-critical equipment across borders, managing battery EPR compliance independently would involve navigating complex registration processes, country-specific reporting rules, and varying eco-contribution structures. Without a coordinated approach, Ocean Signal faced risks including regulatory penalties, delayed market access, and operational inefficiencies.
Why Lappa
After reviewing potential compliance partners, Ocean Signal selected Lappa for its deep expertise in European EPR legislation, proven experience supporting regulated product categories such as batteries and electronic equipment, and its ability to manage multi-country EPR obligations through a centralized platform.
Key strengths included:
- Managing legal prerequisites for EPR registration in each country, including battery and accumulator schemes
- Clarifying which battery types and product configurations are subject to EPR obligations in each jurisdiction
- Providing transparent cost estimates, timelines, and structured invoicing
Offering ongoing support for reporting, eco-fee administration, and compliance maintenance
Results & Impact
Successfully register under relevant EPR schemes for batteries, accumulators, and packaging across key EU markets
Reduce regulatory risk and uncertainty through Lappa’s country-specific battery EPR expertise
Establish structured data classification and data collection processes for battery and product reporting
Streamline EPR reporting workflows across European jurisdictions through automation and centralized compliance oversight
What’s Next
As European battery regulations continue to evolve—introducing stricter reporting, sustainability, and traceability requirements—Ocean Signal plans to maintain full compliance across all EU markets where its products are sold.
Lappa will continue supporting Ocean Signal as a long-term compliance partner, assisting with registration renewals, ongoing reporting, regulatory updates, and expansion into additional European jurisdictions as regulatory frameworks and business operations develop.