Spicers Partners with Papkot to Offer Plastic-Free Packaging Solutions

Spicers Collaborates with Papkot for Eco-Friendly Packaging Solutions

Spicers, an Australian, New Zealand-based packaging and paper supplier, announced its alliance with parent company KPP Group Holding and material innovator Papkot. The alliance will focus on improving the performance and plastic-free coating solutions in Australia.

Papkot has innovated mineral-based technologies that include biodegradable coatings, recyclable and adhesive to replace plastic films and biopolymer barriers in fibre-based packaging.

“There are many solutions within the same base coating chemistry,” Spicers' CEO David Martin told PKN.

“One of the key advantages of Papkot's technology is the ability to design the properties of the packaging for either moisture, grease, or oxygen barrier. A replacement for silicone release is also part of the chemistry, a major advantage for recyclability and biodegradability. The chemistry can be customised to the end-use needs, and we’re very excited about the possibilities.”

The production-friendly system by Papkot can be applied at the mill by converters at the manufacturing stage, along with flexo-compatible formats available for specific applications. Furthermore, the coated materials are designed to work on the existing machinery, which eliminates the need for constant changes.

The CEO also explained that it’s an additional product in their range that will lead conversations on how to achieve what brand owners will truly look forward to.

This has been effectively helping the Australian players to respond to plastic-free packaging without affecting their speed or quality.

Manuel Milliery, CEO & founder at Papkot, said,

“This alliance with KPP Group Holdings is a meaningful step toward advancing plastic-free, sustainable packaging across Asia-Pacific and India. By bringing together Papkot’s materials and the networks of DaiEi, Spicers, and KPP Antalis, we can support brands and converters in shaping practical solutions for the industry’s transition.”

The company recently received a series A investment from Fedrigoni, which is helping them to take a stand towards eliminating harmful substances.