Berry Global will showcase its latest circular packaging innovations for the food industry at this year’s Foodex exhibition (NEC Birmingham, 7–9 April), highlighting how sustainable design can go hand in hand with technical performance and consumer appeal.
On stand C131, visitors will discover how Berry’s expertise in both flexible and rigid plastics enables the development of packaging that supports brand positioning, enhances functionality and meets the evolving requirements of food producers and retailers.
The display will focus on circularity-driven solutions - such as the use of mono-materials for improved recyclability, and recycled content in non-contact sensitive applications such as collation shrink films and stretch wrap for pallet protection - while maintaining essential packaging roles like product protection, preservation, and consumer convenience.
“Increased legislative pressure, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the UK and the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), is driving demand for packaging that’s not only fit for purpose but fit for the future,” said Gerry Mcgarry, VP Sales and Marketing at Berry Global. “Our innovation-led approach and deep technical expertise allow us to develop solutions that combine sustainability objectives with performance, aesthetics, and regulatory compliance.”
Flexible Packaging Highlights:
Omni® Xtra+ Cling Film – A recyclable* polyethylene alternative to PVC cling film, delivering high clarity, anti-fog properties, and strong shelf presence.
Entour® Mono-Material Lamination Films – Designed for bags, pouches, and flow wraps, these films offer a recyclable* alternative to hard-to-recycle multi-material structures.
Mono-Material Pouches – Berry’s mono-material pouches offer a recyclable* solution for dry food applications such as snacks and pet foods, delivering excellent barrier properties, durability, and high-quality print surfaces to support strong branding and shelf impact.
Films for Frozen Foods and Snacks – Designed for versatility and durability, Berry’s range of single wound sheet (SWS) films provide robust protection for many types of products including frozen food and snacks. Made from recyclable mono-material polyethylene, they can support sustainability goals without compromising performance.
Secondary & Tertiary Packaging – Containing high-quality post-consumer recycled content, Berry’s Collation Shrink Film and Bontite™ Sustane® 30% PCR Stretch Film are helping customers meet their targets to include more recycled materials while maintaining packaging integrity.
Rigid Packaging Innovations:
Also on display will be an array of rigid packaging solutions from Berry’s CPI division. From squeezable bottles to high-capacity jars, Berry’s rigid food packaging portfolio is designed to meet the practical demands of both consumer-facing brands and busy foodservice environments. Their Euro Squeeze and Orion bottles offer easy, mess-free dispensing for sauces, dressings and condiments, with compatibility across multiple closures and fill types, while the Sapphire and Bear jars provide durable, stackable solutions for larger volume applications. With a focus on functionality, storage efficiency, and labelling flexibility, all formats are also designed for recycling – supporting customers’ sustainability goals without compromising performance or usability.
“At Foodex, we look forward to showing visitors how we leverage our long-standing design and technical expertise, extensive market knowledge, and global footprint to reconcile all these elements in the production of tailored solutions for the food sector,” said Caroline Root, UK & Regional Sales Manager, Berry CPI.
“Together, these innovations reflect Berry’s commitment to delivering practical, scalable solutions that help customers meet their environmental goals without compromising product performance or brand appeal.”