Hispack Unboxing

SINGLE‐PACK pursues the creation of a new single-dose container made of 100% paper, free of plastic liners in its composition, and suitable for packaging sauces and olive oil. It thus aims to become the first reference for single-dose recyclable paper packaging in a compostable blue container. The strategy is based on the formulation of coatings, and on establishing a multi-coating concept that, applied to paper, provides the fat resistance, an oxygen barrier and sealing capacity, required by ACESUR products. The project, co-financed by CDTI-FEDER, is being led by Acesur with the collaboration of AINIA as a technological partner.

The best way to innovate is to make ideas tangible and validate them swiftly. We will explain how, at the Eurecat technological centre, we have developed a methodology to help companies to accelerate their innovation processes, from the phases of identifying innovation opportunities to conceiving solutions and validating them through agile concept testing.

The round table will address crucial topics in the field of recycled plastics, from the current market situation to future perspectives in its use in packaging. We will discuss practical experiences, highlighting opportunities and challenges, as well as the impact of taxation and certifications on the industry. We will delve into the relevance of recycled plastic in contact with food and conclude by evaluating the role of chemical recycling in achieving sustainability goals. An essential meeting to understand the current and future dynamics of plastic recycling.

The provisional political agreement between the Presidency of the Council of the EU and the representatives of the European Parliament on the proposal for a regulation on packaging and packaging waste of 4 March constitutes another step towards its publication. Its entry into force, which will be mandatory for member States following its approval, will entail amendments to Royal Decree 1055/2022 on Packaging and Packaging Waste, and will introduce, in some cases, more restrictive measures and extend, in turn, the terms for some of them until 2040. 

The Ecosmartpack 4.0 project forms part of the field of smart, sustainable and innovative packaging for the cosmetics industry. The project provides for the development of solutions for the transition from the traditional single-use container concept towards a smart, reusable container that also allows for traceability during its many life cycles. The initiative, geared towards Industrial Research, on the one hand envisages the design and execution of the digital platform required for the container's traceability throughout its different useful life cycles and, on the other, the securing of a functional smart packaging prototype, with a traceability identifier in a simulated environment and validation.

La Asociación Española de Branding (AEBRAND) propone abordar en esta mesa redonda los desafíos y las tendencias en diseño estratégico de packaging y analizar las claves para impulsar la innovación sostenible. El coloquio reunirá a gestores de marcas, agencias y diseñadores que compartirán casos de éxito y soluciones de packaging con impacto positivo.

New technologies applied in recent years to food and beverage packaging have presented a challenge for the right way to position products on the shelves for consumers and all the food distribution channels. The use of new materials, advanced logistics and e-commerce, among other factors, are vital if the industry is going to continue to be highly innovative.

REBO2VINO is an innovation project that aims to analyse the impact and viability of a glass bottle reutilisation system in the Spanish wine making industry, applying the principles of the circular economy. The initiative framework includes performing a market study and the design and deployment of an experimental pilot programme, as well as the creation of digital tools.

In this talk, we explore the keys and trends that are shaping the future of the packaging industry. Through an exhaustive analysis of the data and emerging trends, we reveal how the packaging industry is evolving and adapting to changing market demands and consumer preferences. From the standpoint of sustainability and technological innovation to customisation and the user experience, we will be taking a look at the key factors that are driving the transformation of design, production and use of containers. What's more, we will be presenting hard numbers on the current state of the industry, providing valuable insight to companies and professionals seeking to stay at the forefront of the industry.

Packaging has become a core element within companies’ comprehensive sustainability strategies. Leading companies such as Mahou San Miguel, Nauterra (formerly Calvo) and Grupo Incasa will show attendees how they apply these plans in sectors such as beer, water, preserves, home care and personal care, including the creation of new packaging designed to meet certain consumer demands.

En nuestra mesa redonda, hablaremos sobre indicadores y estrategias clave de sostenibilidad y circularidad en envases primarios y secundarios aplicados a través del ecodiseño. Empresas líderes en diversos sectores (alimentario, farma, muebles y téxtil), compartirán sus experiencias y aprendizajes en proyectos que aplican estrategias sostenibles a lo largo de la cadena de valor, adaptándose al nuevo contexto normativo y socioeconómico.

Debate con empresas refrentes del sector sobre la sostenibilidad medioambiental del envase alimentario y la necesidad de conjugarla con la funcionalidad de alta barrera que el mercado exige para la conservación de estos productos y la lucha contra el desperdicio alimentario.

EU regulations on packaging and waste address environmental issues and the harmonisation of the internal market. Despite apparent success, the amount of waste is still on the rise (188.7 kg/inhab in 2021). This is underscored by the challenges of plastics recycling. Spain, the third leading country in plastics recycling, is still tackling this issue, with 36% of its plastic waste ending up in landfills. This raises waste management concerns and suggests the need for more effective policies and the promotion of alternatives such as reuse and recycling. These topics will be addressed by the round-table discussion “Impact of Plastics on Packaging Waste Management”.

At Hispack 2024 ITENE will present a new series of interviews with sustainability ambassadors from companies that are leading the change towards the circular economy, who will provide first-hand explanations of their strategies and success stories in the development of sustainable packaging.

The debate will analyse various strategies and success stories focused on reverse logistics and reuse of materials and products. The aspects examined will include current regulations, technologies that can contribute to sustainability and the challenges that companies face in this area. The aim is to find solutions that drive the transformation of the supply chain towards a more environmentally responsible model.

This session will explore how leading brands in product manufacturing and industrial goods are leading the transformation towards sustainability, decarbonisation and minimising environmental impact by innovative bottling and packaging strategies. Experts from major brands will share their experience in implementing environmental and social governances (ESG), highlighting the critical role of packaging as an innovative tools to improve sustainability metrics and foster responsible business development.

Te invito a descubrir cómo la inteligencia artificial está transformando el mundo del packaging. Exploraremos las últimas innovaciones creativas y su impacto en nuestras vidas diarias, redefiniendo la interacción con los productos que consumimos. No te pierdas esta oportunidad de sumergirte en el emocionante futuro del packaging impulsado por la inteligencia artificial.