As the food packaging industry shifts toward circular, recyclable solutions, packagers must ensure that they still provide adequate protection to preserve product shelf life and alleviate food waste. We sit down with experts at Graphic Packaging International, Huhtamaki, and Stora Enso to discuss how to achieve a balance between food protection and packaging recyclability. Advanced barrier coatings are among the top innovations packaging companies are developing to reduce food waste and facilitate the transition to more sustainable packaging. Businesses are expanding paperboard’s packaging potential by supporting sensitive and demanding products such as food and liquids, improving packaging integrity and structure, and increasing shelf life.
