Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) continues to be a game-changer in the food packaging industry, and in 2025, its role has expanded beyond shelf-life extension to meet consumer demand for sustainability, freshness, and clean-label packaging. As global food systems evolve and e-commerce food delivery scales, MAP technology is undergoing rapid innovation. Here’s a look at what’s new, what’s next, and why it matters.

Packaging Insights speaks to Paptic about how the company delivers fiber-based alternatives for sanitary product packaging, as brands increasingly explore ways to improve the product and design process of sanitary pad packaging to increase its eco-friendliness.

Nestlé R&D has announced a partnership with IBM Research to develop tools that use artificial intelligence and deep tech to create new innovations. As part of this collaboration, the companies have developed a generative AI tool that can identify novel high-barrier packaging materials.

Manufacturers can now achieve 24/7 operational intelligence and predictive maintenance without additional IT staff through this AI-powered IIoT integration.
 

Norwalt, a specialist in custom-built automation and line integration machinery for complex manufacturing applications, announces its strategic partnership with ei3, a global leader in industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions. Together, the companies have launched Norwalt Nexus, a powerful, AI-driven digital platform designed to transform conventional manufacturing equipment into intelligent, proactive systems.

Bigger, more international and more motivating than ever: in December 2025, the interpack alliance trade fair duo will be inviting visitors to a very special edition in Cairo. With the tenth anniversary of Food Africa, growing international participation and diverse business impulses, the event together with a strong pacprocess MEA promises to be a real highlight in the international trade fair calendar.

BMT, a strategic technology partner for packaging, will exhibit state-of-the-art innovations BLOWSCAN and THERMOSCAN, proven to help manufacturers improve PET bottle performance, reduce waste and accelerate development cycles.

At drinktec 2025, BMT (Blow Moulding Technologies), will showcase its cutting-edge hardware innovations, alongside its materials characterisation and simulation services for the global packaging industry.