Constantia Flexibles, the world\u2019s third-largest producer of flexible packaging, enters FACHPACK 2025 following a period of strategic investment, technological advancement, and portfolio expansion, reinforcing its position in premium flexible packaging and sustainability leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Earlier this year, Constantia Flexibles completed the acquisition of Aluflexpack, a leading European supplier of customized flexible packaging solutions. This move significantly strengthens Constantia Flexibles\u2019 footprint in high-value segments, particularly in the food and pharmaceutical industries, while enhancing its technological capabilities and regional production reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe have entered 2025 with a clear focus on delivering flexible packaging ready for tomorrow\u2019s challenges,\u201d said Marc Rademacher<\/strong>, Executive Vice President Consumer Commercial at Constantia Flexibles. \u201cThe acquisition of Aluflexpack and our investments across our production plants are not just about growth\u2014they are about creating an agile, future-ready packaging network that serves our customers with greater speed, technical depth, and environmental responsibility.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n With this new addition to the Group, Constantia Flexibles is proud to showcase an expanded product portfolio at FACHPACK 2025 in Nuremberg, September 23-25 at booth 4-523, where it will present a range of innovations, including its Ecolutions portfolio, advanced pouch solutions, and new lidding materials. Constantia Flexibles and Syntegon will jointly present pouches produced on Syntegon\u2019s PMX line to showcase the advanced real-world performance of Constantia Flexibles\u2019 mono-materials EcoLamHighPlus (mono-polyethylene) and EcoVerHighPlus (mono-polypropylene)\u2014for these packaging formats. Constantia Flexibles will also show EcoVerHighPlus in a collaboration with machine builder Wolf Verpackungsmaschinen, featuring a live demonstration at booth 1-428.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Over \u20ac100 million invested in global facilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Constantia Flexibles has committed over \u20ac100 million to upgrading its global production network. In Austria, \u20ac50 million has been invested in expanding the rolling mill at the Constantia Teich plant, increasing aluminum foil production by around 30 percent up to 90,000 tons annually. An additional \u20ac30 million has been allocated to a new lacquering line. In Germany, Constantia Flexibles has invested more than \u20ac6 million in a new machine-direct orientation (MDO) line at its Constantia Pirk facility. This advanced line supports the production of EcoLamHighPlus. In Spain, the Burgos plant of Constantia Tobepal has been enhanced with over \u20ac15 million for a tandem extruder, increasing capacity and providing a reliable backup for the Logro\u00f1o site. Meanwhile, in Mexico, the company has invested significantly into the Constantia Aluprint plant to improve speed, reliability, and efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Digital Printing: Ready to meet the demands of customization and speed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A major technology milestone has been reached with the installation of a state-of-the-art digital printing line at the company\u2019s site in Copenhagen. This industry-first solution allows water-based, full-surface digital printing on aluminum and PET substrates. The system eliminates the need for clich\u00e9s or plates, enabling rapid design-to-print turnaround while covering 93 percent of Pantone colors. It also allows mass customization while reducing waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Low Carbon Aluminum: Product Carbon Footprint calculation methodology validated by T\u00dcV S\u00fcd<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Further reinforcing its environmental commitment, Constantia Flexibles has received third-party validation from T\u00dcV S\u00dcD for its Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculation methodology for Low Carbon Aluminum. It ensures the accuracy and transparency of carbon footprint data across the value chain, empowering customers to make informed, measurable progress towards their own sustainability targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n HIGHLIGHT PRODUCTS AT FACHPACK 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Live at FACHPACK: Ecolutions range for a circular economy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n At FACHPACK 2025, the company will spotlight its Ecolutions range, which offers a comprehensive selection of mono-material packaging Designed for Recycling. The portfolio includes EcoLam, a family of PE-based laminates designed for the PE recycling stream, available in multiple barrier levels including EcoLamHighPlus, which rivals traditional PET\/Alu\/PE structures. EcoVer, based on mono-PP, delivers excellent clarity, heat resistance, and sealing performance, making it ideal for a wide range of applications. Complementing these is EcoAlu, featuring lightweight aluminum-based solutions like AluTainerRetort, which provides high barrier protection for demanding uses such as retortable food packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEADING THE LIDDING BUSINESS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ComforLid: The new standard for aluminum die-cut lids<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Constantia Flexibles is redefining convenience and sustainability with ComforLid \u2013 an innovative aluminum lid that combines hygiene, recyclability, and reduced CO\u2082 emissions. Designed with consumer convenience in mind, ComforLid replaces traditional plastic lids while maintaining ease of use and improving environmental impact. Its optimized material composition ensures full recyclability via existing systems, while upcoming production with Low Carbon Aluminum will cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 43 percent . With integrated drinking functionality and broad application potential, ComforLid sets a new standard for future-ready packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n EcoPeelCover: The thinnest aluminum lid in the Ecolutions family<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to ComforLid, Constantia Flexibles has developed another aluminum lid focused on resource conservation: EcoPeelCover, the world\u2019s thinnest die-cut aluminum lid of its kind. It significantly reduces material usage\u2014by 25 percent in aluminum thickness and 50 percent in coating weight. Printing is done solvent-free using the UV flexographic printing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite its ultra-thin structure, the lid meets high-performance standards: it is puncture-resistant, provides reliable protection against oxygen and moisture, and withstands sealing temperatures of up to 230\u00b0C. As part of the Ecolutions product family, it is also available in Low Carbon Aluminum variants and with ASI certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This specification has been recognized with top industry honors, winning the prestigious German Packaging Award in 2024 and the Global Packaging Award in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CONSTANTIA FLEXIBLES EXPANDS POUCH PORTFOLIO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Smart design meets real-world functionality: The versatile pouch portfolio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Following the integrationwith Aluflexpack, Constantia Flexibles is elevating its pouch portfolio\u2014offering smart, high-performance packaging for food, pet food, dairy, confectionery, and pharma. Thanks to a fully integrated production process, including film manufacturing and pouch forming with features like zippers or spouts, customers benefit from faster lead times, tailored solutions, and consistent quality. Available in various shapes, sizes, and materials, these pouches also feature advanced printing and customizable options, making them ideal for diverse market needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n EcoVer Spouted Pouch \u2013 premade pouch with and without spout: A PP-based packaging innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A recent highlight is the launch of the mono PP spouted pouch\u2014a fully aluminum-free solution that is Designed for Recycling in the respective recycling stream. This innovative pouch offers exceptional oxygen and water vapor barrier properties, making it ideal for shelf-stable products that undergo hot-filling and pasteurization, such as baby food, fruit pur\u00e9e, and wet pet food, as well as for cold-filled or dairy applications. The spouted pouch is available in three different barrier grades: EcoVer, EcoVerPlus, and EcoVerHighPlus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n EcoVer Retort Pouch: PP-based mono-material retort pouch for wet pet food and ready-made meals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A major innovation in pouch packaging is the new retortable mono PP pouch, engineered for high-heat applications like wet pet food and ready meals. This high barrier solution withstands retort processing while aligning with European PP recycling streams. EcoVer Retort Pouch offers high oxygen and moisture barriers, ensuring product safety and shelf life, and provides a Designed for Recycling alternative to traditional multi-material laminates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n HIGH-PERFORMANCE ALUMINUM SOLUTIONS FOR WET, DRY, AND RETORT APPLICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alufoil Container: A smart choice for wet and preserved food applications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to its pouch solutions, Constantia Flexibles offers high-performance Alufoil Containers, ideal for applications such as meat, fish, ready meals, desserts, and pet care. Engineered to meet the highest performance and quality standards, these containers leverage the functional benefits of aluminum, including direct food contact suitability at high temperatures and exceptional barrier protection at minimal thickness. With fully customizable material specifications, creative shaping options for brand differentiation, and full-surface printability, the Alufoil Container delivers both technical excellence and strong shelf appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Foil for peel-off end: For retort and dry applications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Also new in the portfolio of Constantia Flexibles is a premium peel-off foil solution from Aluflexpack, designed to deliver high-performance barrier protection alongside effortless consumer convenience. Suitable for both retort and dry applications, the foil withstands high temperatures and pressure during sterilization, making it ideal for food, pet food, pharmaceuticals, dairy powders, snacks, and supplements. It ensures long-lasting freshness and a clean, easy-open experience. Fully customizable, it adapts to diverse packaging needs across industries<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Constantia Flexibles, the world\u2019s third-largest producer of flexible packaging, enters FACHPACK 2025 following a period of strategic investment, technological advancement, and portfolio expansion, reinforcing its position in premium flexible packaging and sustainability leadership. Earlier this year, Constantia Flexibles completed the acquisition of Aluflexpack, a leading European supplier of customized flexible packaging solutions. 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