The state-of-the-art facility strengthens the company’s customer support, expands its manufacturing capabilities and reinforces its long-term commitment to North America.
Survey notes that 71% of respondents believe fiber-based packaging will be perceived as the most sustainable solution by 2045, citing advances in barrier coatings that are set to unlock food applications that were previously the exclusive domain of plastics.
GLP-1 medications are changing how consumers eat—and that shift is quietly reshaping food packaging. Here’s what it means for portion sizes, formats, and the future of grab-and-go.
June 1, 2026
Consumer behavior is shifting dramatically due to GLP-1 medications, leading to smaller portion sizes and intentional eating. Food businesses must realign packaging strategies to meet these new demands, emphasizing flexibility, freshness, and food safety to succeed.
With coast-to-coast operations, Invera Flexibles says it is positioned as a market leader across five key segments, including converter films, industrial and food-grade packaging, agricultural films, and compostable solutions.
The rebrand addresses a fundamental challenge of translating the Otoki story for a global audience by honoring its roots while inviting a whole new generation to the table.
The competition, led by Kraft Heinz’s R&D packaging team, invited innovators and material scientists from around the world to present cutting-edge solutions that deliver enhanced barrier performance for food protection and extended shelf life.