The AQUAPACK project, led by the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA) and funded under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Staff Exchanges 2023 programme (HORIZON-MSCA-2023-SE-01-01, Grant Agreement No: 101182929), is creating eco-friendly packaging from algae and fish waste. Seeking to reduce plastic pollution, the project focuses on developing biodegradable, low-carbon packaging materials for food and cosmetics.
AQUAPACK unites 14 partners from six European countries, including universities, research centres, and SMEs. Among the contributors are four EU-CONEXUS partner universities: Agricultural University of Athens, La Rochelle Université, Agricultural University of Athens, Catholic University of Valencia and University of Zadar.
The project focuses on developing innovative packaging that is both compostable and antimicrobial. Packaging formats also include biodegradable films and freshness-monitoring biosensors. These materials are designed to preserve product quality, extend shelf life, and minimize waste throughout the supply chain.
Over a period of four years, AQUAPACK will test these new materials in real-world settings. It will also promote interdisciplinary collaboration and offer training opportunities to support careers in biomaterials.
The ultimate goal? Transitioning the food and cosmetics industries toward more sustainable practices.
REFERENCE
Official CORDIS project page: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101182929
