Sustainable Solutions for Food Packaging

A global gas manufacturer, committed to open innovation, seeks environmentally friendly packing solutions for the food industry. The client seeks to supply gases and gas mixtures for the preservation of food within sustainable, modified atmosphere packaging materials.

Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) is a commonplace means of preserving fresh food products. The sealed packages contain a special gas mixture designed to preserve the particular properties of the packaged foodstuff. Compared to freezing and canning, MAP storage is a far superior means of preserving the organoleptic properties of fresh food. 

Current MAP materials are invariably made from plastic because of their gas barrier properties. In an increasingly environmentally conscientious marketplace, our client hopes to find sustainable, natural or renewable alternatives that can meet the requirements of MAP and extend the shelf‑life of fresh food products.

Specific information:

Research Examples:

• Research into non‑plastic food packaging materials
• Specialist centres looking at gas mixtures in modified atmosphere packing
• New techniques for preserving food using gases

Desired Features:

• Materials should be sustainable and possess gas barrier properties
• Centres and companies should have expertise in food preservation or material design

Preferred Outcome:

Our client is open to various forms of collaboration, including materials testing and co‑development, facility use, in‑licensing and project funding. 

Submission Information:

• Applicants may use this template when preparing a response outlining a research project, centre of excellence, spinout, or technology.