Alongside several industry partners, Colombier supports VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT) in the quest to develop an environmentally friendly cellulose-based film for packaging applications. Funded by the EU’s ERDF program, the Films for Future (F3) project aims to reduce the packaging sector’s reliance on fossil-based packaging materials.
To this day, fossil-based materials dominate the packaging markets. For enhanced barrier properties, particularly in food packaging, plastic film has been the go-to solution. The F3 project is challenging this status quo, with the goal being the widespread adoption of sustainable material. It is offering a solution to the many environmental problems created by commonly used plastics.
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The F3 project is a comprehensive challenge involving extensive research and development, conducted at VTT and LUT laboratories. Lappeenranta University’s proximity to the Finnish forest industry positions it as an expert in cellulose, exploring its vast potential for various end-use applications.
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The adoption of fibre-based films in packaging helps to increase recycling rates. In the absence of plastic, empty packages are easily disposable in regular paper recycling streams. Cellulose-based films reduce waste and combat littering.The new film concept aligns with EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWR), meeting stringent regulatory standards.
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At Colombier, we support diverse sustainability initiatives. Our own Colombier EcoBarrier solutions already offer a viable alternative to single-use plastics, but we don’t stop there. Collaborating with like-minded partners, we are committed to accelerating efforts to eliminate bad packaging and foster a greener and better time ahead.