dEsign, processing and characterization of innoVative biOdegradable and compostabLe actiVE PACKaging structures to improve food safety of mediterranean foods – EVOLVEPACK

The aim of this project is to design innovative, sustainable, antimicrobial, compostable and/or recyclable food packaging in order to reduce food waste and improve safety in the Mediterranean food chain. It relies on the recovery of agro-industrial and marine residues as well as antimicrobial enzymes to develop new packaging and coating materials based on bioplastics and cellulosic materials. The project includes a comprehensive assessment of these packaging materials — composition, antimicrobial properties, safety, migration and acceptability — to optimise their performance in the packaging of fruit, vegetables and fish according to a circular economy approach.