Empack 2026: Topa to present data-driven and monomaterial packaging solutions

Topa is set to showcase its fiber-based and monomaterial packaging solutions at this year’s Empack, in Gorinchem, Netherlands (April 14–16). It will also highlight the importance of data-driven and reusable offerings. 

“[At Empack] we will be translating the most important industry trends into your day-to-day operations,” says the Netherlands-based packaging provider. 

“This isn’t just a standard product presentation. It’s a space where we dive together into the themes that determine how efficiently and responsibly your packaging process will run tomorrow.”

Topa will be presenting its Fiber Film Marathon, a data-driven industrial pallet-wrapping film designed for load stability and product protection. According to the company, Fiber Film can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 60% and film consumption by up to 50%.

“The Fiber Film machine is a patented wrapping film that halves the consumption of film, and is also strong enough that it hardly ever tears. The film is reinforced with thickened fibers that prevent tearing and increase stability,” says Topa.

Recyclable by design

Also at Empack 2026, the packaging company will highlight the importance of monomaterial solutions for recyclability with its Reloc Bag, paper air cushion envelopes, and Inka pallets, made from elephant grass. 

“Everyone wants packaging to be recycled, but in practice, material mixes often pose a significant issue during waste separation,” says Topa. 

These solutions aim to offer consumers the “convenience” of a single waste stream without compromising product protection. 

Reuse rewards?

Topa argues that the “most sustainable” packaging is reusable, but identifies its scalability and cost challenges. 

At Empack 2026, Topa will present its latest materials designed for reuse, as well as case studies assessing real-world applications. 

Topa concludes: “We’ll be sharing our initial experiences and use cases, demonstrating how a combination of robust materials and a streamlined return process can work in practice.”

Recently, Packaging Insights spoke to Benjamin Cassou, co-founder and CEO at ReStalk, about renewable systems. For Cassou, the biggest barrier to renewable packaging adoption is not the materials themselves, but the systems and infrastructure around them.