Klöckner Pentaplast to debut at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a global leader in in sustainable packaging solutions, will make its first appearance at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, showcasing innovations that help foodservice businesses meet recyclability targets without compromising on performance.
Taking place on 11-12 February at NEC Birmingham, kp will be in the FPA Food Service zone, at stand H72, presenting its latest food-to-go packaging and catering film solutions.
Visitors will discover kp Infinity®, a breakthrough expanded polypropylene (EPP) food-to-go packaging solution, designed to replace banned polystyrene single-use foodservice packaging. kp Infinity® keeps hot food up to 10°C warmer than alternatives, while remaining cool to the touch. This innovation represents a major step forward for the foodservice industry, combining recyclability with superior thermal performance.
Complementing kp Infinity®, kp will also showcase its kp FlexiStretch® catering film range, engineered to help professional kitchens reduce food waste while maintaining hygiene and efficiency. The portfolio includes both PVC and recyclable PO options, each designed for easy handling and exceptional performance, using the thinnest gauge possible to minimise plastic use, without sacrificing strength.
Billy Cook, National Sales
Manager for kp’s food packaging division, said: "Packaging Innovations
& Empack is the ideal platform to show how kp helps UK businesses tackle
real-world challenges – from the EPS ban, to food waste reduction - without
sacrificing performance or sustainability.
We're excited to meet visitors at stand H72 and demonstrate practical, proven
solutions that support their operations.”
Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 brings together more than 450 suppliers in dedicated zones showcasing every stage of the packaging journey - from product innovation and development to processing, automation, and fulfilment. For kp, it’s an opportunity to connect with visitors and highlight how 60+ years of expertise is driving practical, advanced packaging solutions that support a circular future.
To learn more about kp’s portfolio of award-winning food packaging solutions, visit Food Packaging Films & Solutions - Klöckner Pentaplast
Focused on delivering its vision: The Sustainable Protection of Everyday Needs, kp is a global leader in rigid and flexible packaging and specialty film solutions, serving the pharmaceutical, medical device, food, beverage and card markets, amongst others. With a broad and innovative portfolio of packaging and product films and services, kp plays an integral role in the customer value chain by safeguarding product integrity, assuring safety and consumer health, improving sustainability, and protecting brand reputation. kp’s “Investing in Better” sustainability strategy solidifies its commitment to achieving ten clear targets for long-term improvement by increasing the recycling and recyclability of products, cutting carbon emissions and continuous improvement in employee engagement, safety, and diversity, equity and inclusion. For five consecutive years, kp has held a gold rating from EcoVadis, the leading platform for environmental, social and ethical performance ratings. This ranks kp in the top 1% of companies rated in the manufacturing of plastics products sector.
Founded in 1965, kp has 27 plants in 16 countries and employs more than 5,000 people committed to serving customers worldwide in over 60 locations. kp is proud to be celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025.
Media contacts:
Karen Quirchove
Marketing Communications Director, Food Packaging
food.packaging@kpfilms.com
+33 (0)7 84 03 04 40
Hilary Barnes
Group Director, Global Communications
kpinfo@kpfilms.com
+44 (0) 7393 249 967
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