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High-barrier paper packaging: from development to recycling

Heverlee, πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺ Belgium
Nov 19, 2026
Onye Dike
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Published Nov 6, 2026

Summary

Join the workshop on high-barrier paper packaging in Heverlee, Belgium, to explore innovative solutions for combining strong barrier properties with recyclability. This event is organized by Sirris and focuses on practical demonstrations and insights into the development, evaluation, and recycling of paper packaging.

Details

Location
Heverlee, πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺ Belgium
Date
November 19th, 2026
Type
In Person
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Workshop Overview

The workshop titled High-barrier paper packaging: from development to recycling will take place on November 19, 2026, at Sirris in Heverlee, Belgium. This event aims to provide participants with hands-on experience and knowledge about the latest advancements in high-barrier paper packaging. Attendees will engage in practical demonstrations that showcase laboratory techniques used to assess the performance and recyclability of coated paper packaging.

Target Audience

This workshop is designed for professionals involved in paper-based packaging, including developers, producers, designers, and users from various sectors such as food, cosmetics, and pet food industries. It also welcomes recycling and sorting companies looking to enhance their understanding of sustainable packaging solutions.

Key Takeaways

Participants will learn about:

  • The CEPI recyclability method for coated paper packaging.
  • Live demonstrations of repulping, screening, and handsheet formation.
  • Factors influencing the recyclability of high-barrier paper.
  • Techniques for measuring water barrier properties and analyzing recycled fibers.

Agenda Highlights

The event will feature a structured program, including:

  • Welcome lunch and introductions.
  • Presentations from industry experts, including Fost Plus.
  • Interactive lab sessions where participants will rotate through different testing stations.
  • A networking session to foster connections among attendees.

This workshop is part of the BeFORE project, which focuses on improving the recyclability of flexible packaging while maintaining performance. For more information and to register, visit the event page.


Onye Dike
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Onye Dike
Sustainability Research Analyst
Onye Dike is a Sustainability Research Analyst at Net Zero Compare, where he contributes to research and analysis on environmental regulations, carbon accounting, and emerging sustainability trends.
Added on Nov 6, 2026 by Onye Dike Β·