New recycle ready food pouch from JMP

Packaging Solutions

J M Packaging and FEI Foods, have announced the launch of a technologically advanced mono-material, that is ‘recycle ready’ and ‘retort ready’, whilst maintaining all the mechanical properties of a conventional stand-up pouch. The pioneering packaging, which is available in supermarkets now, provides consumers and food manufacturers with a product that can be retorted, ready to heat and recyclable, where recycling framework permits.

Jason McGill, managing director of JMP, said: ‘Throughout this project we have illustrated our commitment to the circular economy, focusing on optimising flexible packaging to minimise the impact on the environment, whilst offering convenience and food safety to the consumer.’ With sustainability and environmental issues in mind, coupled with an identified urgency within the industry for the product, FEI and JMP focused efforts on developing a recycle ready mono-material pouch, embarking on the process in early 2019.

Simon Lewis, managing director of FEI Foods, said: ‘Quality and innovation are at the forefront of our DNA at FEI Foods. As a market leader in this category in Europe, it was imperative that we led the way in developing a recycle ready pouch. We are determined to provide the most sustainable product possible, and the development of this pouch has been a key strategic objective for us for some years. Twenty-four months of diligent testing of this new material has culminated in this launch. We are delighted, and proud to be first to market with this solution. As a predominantly private label manufacturer, this is an outstanding achievement for our business, and the major retailers that we work with, now have a more sustainable offering for their customers.’

The pouch size, shape and function remain the same as current packs and continues to provide attributes required by customers such as food safety, ease of use and convenience, whilst providing environmental benefits.

James McNally, technical sales manager at JMP, added: ‘Across the JMP business, the team have always explored ways to seize opportunities, optimise packaging and improve environmental credentials and we are excited to bring this product to the market.’