Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has introduced MonoFlex Fibre, a paper-based packaging range, in response to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s requirement for all packaging in the European market to be reusable or recyclable by 2030.
The regulation has extended producer responsibility for the post-consumer stage of a product, including imposing a special fee on plastic packaging material. These changes are driving brands to rapidly switch to recyclable plastics or paper packaging solutions.
Melinda Bonamour, Market Development Director Paper Flexibles at Coveris, explained, “As part of our No Waste strategy, Coveris’ focus is on selecting the most eco-efficient and high-performing packaging for each product, rather than simply deciding between paper or plastic. By expanding our portfolio to include paper-based options and reducing plastic usage in packaging for items needing external protection, we aim to offer customers the best solution aligned with their brand vision and product requirements.”
The MonoFlex Fibre range includes two categories: MonoFlex Fibre Pure, a single layer of functional paper, and MonoFlex Fibre, a multilayer structure with maximized paper share. Both categories offer excellent sealing and barrier properties, with subcategories for primary and secondary packaging.
Transitioning to the paper-based structure will not require major changes in the existing machine park of customers and has been efficient and fast on common packing lines. The packaging is fully recyclable in the existing paper stream and offers barrier properties against grease, moisture, oxygen, light, or mineral oils.
Bonamour added, “We aim to meet the needs of primary and secondary packaging for brands in various sectors such as dry food, tea, confectionery, fresh produce, biscuits, frozen food, and dried pet food, by providing both full paper and recyclable paper/plastic structures. We are confident that these new solutions will be the go-to-resource for producers seeking recyclable and effective paper packaging options.”