The Advanced Packaging Association (APA) is pleased to present this exclusive interview with Dr. Gary Ward, Chief Technology Officer of StePacPPC, a global leader in precision-engineered modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) solutions for fresh produce and a proud member of APA. With more than 20 years of combined experience in academia and the fresh produce industry, […]

Meetingpack_2026_ APACan advanced packaging containing polyamide be both high-performing and recyclable? The answer is yes — and the evidence is in. At MeetingPack 2026, the Advanced Packaging Association (APA) presented the latest science-based findings on the role of polyamide in flexible packaging. From industrial food packaging trials to large-scale recycling projects, this presentation brings together […]

During the session, Carmen Roveda (APA Steering Committee Member and Vice‑President, Sealed Air) and Sergi Salvà Sàez (APA Technical Workstream Coordinator, UBE Corporation Europe) addressed common myths surrounding polyamides and provided a fact‑based overview of their role in packaging applications. The speakers explained why polyamides are often discussed critically and how scientific assessments help to […]

Executive summary  APA welcomes the publication of the European Design for Recycling EN 18120 standards by the European Committee for Standardisation (CEN) as a first step towards a harmonised European approach to recyclability assessment. The standards should be seen as a technical baseline reflecting current knowledge, intended to inform, not pre-empt, the development of recyclability […]

Brussels [04/12/2025] The Advanced Packaging Association (APA), in collaboration with Finnish meat industry companies, is calling attention to the critical role of packaging functionality in achieving sustainability goals under the EU’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). While PPWR sets ambitious targets for recyclability, it also raises concerns about the future of essential materials […]

On the occasion of Fachpack 2025, the Advanced Packaging Association (APA) conducted an exclusive interview with Mr. Michał Thomas, the President of Supravis, S.A., a distinguished member company specializing in high-performance flexible packaging solutions. The discussion provided valuable insights into the evolving role of barrier materials in food protection, the importance of science-driven innovation in polymer design, […]

Brussels [09/09/2025] – The Advanced Packaging Association (APA) is pleased to announce its participation in FACHPACK 2025, one of Europe’s leading trade fairs for packaging, processing, and technologies, taking place from September 23–25, 2025, at Messe Nuremberg, Germany. As a key representative of the flexible packaging value chain, APA will present its latest initiatives and […]

Hall 11.0, Booth A34 – Messe Frankfurt, May 3–8, 2025 Frankfurt, [02/05/2025] – The Advanced Packaging Association (APA) is excited to announce its participation in IFFA 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for processing, packaging, and sales in the meat and protein sector. As packaging solutions continue to evolve, APA brings a clear and science-based […]

With the European Union’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the role of polyamide (PA) in sustainable packaging has come into focus. Institut cyclos-HTP (CHI) offers valuable expertise on PA’s place within this regulatory framework and practical steps for industry players to ensure compliance. The Advanced Packaging Association (APA) actively supports the role of […]

Polyamide (PA) is increasingly valued in the packaging industry for its durability and high-performance properties, though questions remain about its acceptance in recycling streams. Dr. Roland Bothor from Institut cyclos-HTP GmbH (CHI), a neutral and independent leader in testing and certification of recyclability, provides insight into polyamide’s role in sustainable packaging and the necessary steps […]

Currently, when it comes to the recyclability, Design for Recycling guidelines are being devised per material per packaging. We believe that, in the case of PA, these must follow the concept of material neutrality and acknowledge scientifically-sound and proven state-of-the-art materials which are compatible with the recycling of alternative materials, and that improve the environmental […]

Polyethylene is one of the most widely used polymers in plenty of packaging applications, such as films, bottles, etc… However, in food packaging applications, which consists in 23% of the whole PE flexible film market, it is necessary to combine polyethylene with other materials to achieve the requirements of the product. What makes polyamide so […]