EU General Product Safety Regulation Update

As part of our commitment to providing high-quality, safe, and compliant products, Lonely Planet is pleased to share an update on our preparation for the upcoming European Union General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), which will take effect on 13th December 2025.

We recognize the importance of compliance with this regulation and have taken the following proactive steps to ensure that our products, which are considered low-risk, meet all requirements under the GPSR:

  1. Product Safety Assurance

Lonely Planet produces books across three segments: Guidebooks & Phrasebooks, Trade & Reference, and Kids books. As part of our Kids Publishing Program, our Kids books are regularly safety tested to ensure they meet stringent quality standards and are free from hazardous substances.

These tests extend to materials shared across all product segments, maintaining evidenced high safety and quality standards for our entire catalogue.

  1. Traceability Information

Every Lonely Planet product displays our company name and includes a reference to the contact page on our website. Under this contact page, customers can reach us through the “Other -> Sustainability & Product Regulatory Compliance” section, where inquiries are directed to a designated employee based in our Dublin office (EU). Please email managingeditor@lonelyplanet.com if you have any questions.

This ensures clear and efficient communication regarding any regulatory or safety concerns.

  1. EU-Based Economic Operator

Lonely Planet Global Limited, registered in Dublin, Ireland, serves as the designated EU-based economic operator.

Contact for regulatory matters is facilitated via our website’s Contact Us page, as detailed in each product.

  1. Incident Reporting Procedures

Internal processes are in place to promptly report any safety incidents involving our books to the relevant EU authorities, ensuring rapid and transparent resolution.

  1. Market Surveillance Cooperation

Lonely Planet is fully prepared to collaborate with EU market surveillance authorities. We are committed to providing all necessary documentation and information about our products upon request.

Assurance of Compliance

Lonely Planet has implemented these measures to ensure full compliance with the GPSR, safeguarding the interests of our customers and partners while maintaining our reputation for excellence.

Should you have any further inquiries or require specific information about our compliance efforts, please do not hesitate to contact us via your dedicated account manager.

We value your partnership and remain committed to upholding the highest standards of product safety and regulatory compliance.