Flexible Packaging Europe

The recognised voice for the European flexible packaging industry


  • FPE is a partner with many important European institutions including Commission, Parliament, and Council of Europe

  • FPE liaises and works closely with relevant associations and industry representatives.

  • FPE participates in relevant EU working groups and committees


Despite its tight sector focus FPE has established a strong reputation in Brussels through the provision of timely, relevant and clear information on the flexible packaging industry.

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Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of different pouches and alternative packaging systems for food (Pasta Sauce and Olives) on the European market

Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of different pouches and alternative packaging systems for food (Pasta Sauce and Olives) on the European market

The “Comparative Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of different Pouches and alternative packaging systems for food (Pasta Sauce and Olives) on the European market” conducted by ifeu Heidelberg investigates the environmental performance of multi-material flexible pouch systems used for Pasta Sauce and Olives and compares it with those of alternative packaging systems i.e. glass jars and steel cans.

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Environment Benefits of Food Pouches

New study confirms environmental benefits of using pouches for some food products

A life cycle assessment study, carried out by the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research (ifeu), shows flexible pouches are better packaging options, in terms of environmental performance, for olives and pasta sauce. The new study, which investigates the environmental performance and impacts of multi-material pouches used for pasta sauce and olives, and compares them with alternative packaging systems, has found flexible pouches offer clear advantages.

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