Smurfit Kappa ushers in a new era in sustainable packaging

“Thanks to major investments in Štúrovo over the past three years, we could expand our selection of progressive and sustainable packaging solutions”,

says Julius Mazan, innovation manager at Smurfit Kappa.

AgroLife® extends shelf life

Agrolife®, a revolutionary new solution from Smurfit Kappa, is tailored to the needs of the agricultural sector to extend the shelf life of climate- and ethylene-sensitive products, improving product quality throughout the supply chain. Agrolife® makes it possible for growers to harvest their produce at the most appropriate stage of maturity, preserving its maximum quality and taste. “By absorbing ethylene, AgroLife® prevents the fruit from ripening and spoiling, keeping it in an optimal condition longer. The AgroLife® treatment is applied to corrugated board, it is certified for direct contact with fruit and vegetables, and can be used throughout the entire logistics chain”, explains Smurfit Kappa’s innovation manager.

Aquastop™ system for product safety

AquaStop™ forms part of Smurfit Kappa’s new TechniPaper® portfolio, a family of papers designed to serve complex supply chains. AquaStop paper is water-resistant, thanks to a special coating added during the manufacturing process. Unlike many other coatings, this doesn’t compromise the recyclability of the product – it can be recycled in the same way as traditional paper-based packaging.

“Because it is designed to resist exposure to water without damage, it is ideal for e-commerce packaging and for packaging products such as flowers, detergents, fruit and vegetables, where temporary protection from water is required. It is also particularly suitable for use in humid conditions, e.g. for transporting and storing refrigerated products, where the box is exposed to condensation”,

says Julius Mazan. (x)