Innovative packaging is eco-friendly, safe and durable

Food packaging, especially for perishable products made from meat or alternative proteins, must meet various requirements. Product protection and shelf life are paramount, while consumer preferences have also increased the demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging.  Newly developed packaging solutions are therefore aimed at being resource-efficient, recyclable and made from renewable materials.

One trend featured at this year’s exhibition will be smart packaging, which actively protects the product while having a sustainable effect. Smart or "intelligent" packaging protects against light, regulates moisture, keeps the temperature stable, absorbs unwanted ripening gases and prevents germs - to name just a few applications. The development of innovative sustainable packaging materials along with the related technology and machinery for packaging food go hand in hand. The next generation of environmentally friendly packaging is about to be launched. An overview of innovations in packaging will be shown at this year’s trade fair.  Around 900 exhibitors and more than 160 companies will be presenting a comprehensive range of packaging machinery and equipment, as well as packaging materials and packaging aids. An overview can be found via the IFFA Contactor exhibitor and product search under the "Packaging Technology" product group. Leading suppliers include Digi, Frimaq, GEA, ILPRA, Ishida, Italianpack, Mondini, Multivac, Reepack, Sealpac, Supervac, Tavil, ULMA, Variovac, VC999 and Weber.