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Bio-based packaging SMEs can test, trust and scale

Four Local Transformation Hubs turn regional side-streams and real packaging needs into validated alternatives to fossil plastic.

Conference, 13 November 2026

Building Bioeconomy Corridors for Bio-Based Agrifood Packaging

Lleida, Catalonia, Spain
November 13, 2026

Supporting agrifood SMEs to transition to bio-based packaging solutions.

A practical route off fossil plastic

For SMEs the risk isn’t a lack of materials. It’s changing a package that already protects food, runs on existing lines and meets the rules. AgriBioPack, a 36-month Horizon Europe Innovation Action, is built to reduce that risk.

36
months
16
beneficiaries
11
associated partners
8
countries
350+
SMEs to engage
60+
candidate packaging SKUs

How it works

  1. 1

    Map

    Side-streams, actors, demand and constraints in each territory.

  2. 2

    Co-design

    Turn SME needs into specific packaging requirements.

  3. 3

    Qualify

    Screen, test and trial candidates through stop/go gates.

  4. 4

    Demonstrate

    Run solutions in real dairy, produce, seafood and foodservice operations.

  5. 5

    Evidence

    Capture comparable data through an MRV and DPP-ready backbone.

  6. 6

    Scale

    Business models, finance cases and replication kits.

Bio-based doesn’t automatically mean compostable or recyclable. Claims follow evidence and local end-of-life routes.

Consortium partners

Consortium partners: Naked Innovations (coordinator), Innovety, INSME, JO Consulting, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, AIMPLAS, Irish Bioeconomy Foundation, Alexandreia Innovation Zone, ANIMA, KINNO, Science for Change, VATI, CEPS, FATE, FILSE, TUS

Associated partners

Associated partners: Parc Agrobiotech Lleida, ACCIÓ, Hatzopoulos, PACKNET, CEECV, Tipperary County Council, ATECluster, InCommon, PROPLAST, TICASS, Confindustria Genova

Four hubs, four packaging challenges

Same method in every territory, so results compare. Different value chains, so solutions fit.

Sector
Fresh fruit & veg
Key side-streams
Wholesale/sorting/trimming residues
Priority SKUs
Bags, punnets/trays, pads
Demonstrator focus
Breathable compostable formats; respiration/moisture control

Technical Office lead

FATE and AIMPLAS
Sector
Takeaway & delivery
Key side-streams
Olive/citrus/cereal residues
Priority SKUs
Clamshells, cups/lids, delivery bags
Demonstrator focus
SUP transition under cost/hygiene/logistics constraints

Technical Office lead

Alexandreia Innovation Zone (AZK) and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
Sector
Fish & seafood
Key side-streams
Shells/skins/bones + seaweed
Priority SKUs
Overwraps, liners/pads, catering items
Demonstrator focus
High barrier, odour/antimicrobial; marine litter sensitivity

Technical Office lead

FILSE, TUS and AIMPLAS
Sector
Dairy & meat (chilled)
Key side-streams
Whey/dairy side-streams
Priority SKUs
Trays, flow-wrap, vacuum pouches
Demonstrator focus
Barrier + shelf-life + strict hygiene; PLA/PHA blends + coatings

Technical Office lead

Irish Bioeconomy Foundation (IBF) and TUS

News

12 November 2026

Kick-off meeting

Lleida, Catalonia, Spain

The 16 beneficiaries meet for the first time to launch the work packages, agree governance and set priorities for the four hubs.

13 November 2026

Conference: Building Bioeconomy Corridors for Bio-Based Agrifood Packaging

Lleida, Catalonia, Spain

A day of expert panels, parallel sessions for each territory and the Innovation Camp, where mixed tables sketch their first Bioeconomy Corridors.

Get involved

There’s a route in for every part of the value chain.

Agrifood SMEs

Bring a packaging challenge, join co-design or the Academy.

Suppliers & converters

Match your materials to clear application needs.

Buyers, retail & HORECA

Shape requirements and test the evidence.

Regions & public bodies

Use the hub model, corridor methods and replication kits.

Waste & recovery operators

Keep end-of-life claims realistic.

Investors, researchers & citizens

Join finance, research or local dialogue.