The overall objective of P-REACH is to develop an elearning platform and training materials for the European polymer industry to learn and understand how to manage their obligations under the European legislation, REACH. The project will use a 'blended learning' approach, offering interactive on-line modules and traditional 'paper-based' materials, focusing on the needs of SMEs. The polymer industry is one of the most important sectors in the EU with a value of €250 billion and applications in a vast number of industries. The sector is dominated by SMEs who are coming under increasing pressure from low wage economies, increased European legislation and a rise in the price of energy and materials. REACH will place an onerous burden on companies in the polymer industry, particularly SMEs where resources in terms of staff, skills and time are often limited and with the status of polymers up for review it is vital that the industry is aware of the requirements and implications of REACH as to negate any detrimental business impact and as to shorten implementation times and reduce costs. REACH compliance affects many areas and departments of an organisation, including product development, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, finance, sales, logistics, planning and material selection. It requires that companies all along the supply chain must work together to ensure compliance. Today, no elearning solutions exist that encompasses REACH and all aspects of the polymer industry. This unique training course will contribute to scientific and technical know-how about REACH and help users to understand and comply. The main result will be an industry specific elearning platform and training materials (available in 7 languages) for the industry to learn how to manage their obligations under REACH. The overall impact will be an increase in the knowledge base of the polymer industry on REACH, which will in turn help to increase competitiveness and sustainability of the sector.