A small, family-run artisanal bakery located in Calabria, Italy, with a long-standing tradition in breadmaking dating back to 1969, is seeking technology partners to support the development of an innovative and sustainable packaging solution. The objective is to design a food-contact-safe, durable, and protective packaging system suitable for a fragile artisanal bread that achieves a shelf life of up to six months without the use of preservatives or chemical additives, while preserving product quality, texture, and freshness.
The bread is formed through a double-baking procedure and with a hydration level above 75%, features that define both its distinguishing texture and its flimsiness. The dough is augmented with superior-quality artisanal elements sourced completely from the Calabrian territory, like crusco peppers, oranges from Trebisacce, and other local raw resources, powerfully improving the link between the product and its terrain of origin.
Given the high artisanal and advanced value of the goods from a production outlook, the company now aims to develop new packaging options, enhancing the current wrapping, which is based on conservative plastic resources. The aim is to design a package that permits the decrease of the current arrangement from 300 g to approximately 100 g, while presenting greater ecological sustainability, enhanced protection for the delicate product, and improved visual performance. The packaging is a planned element for product alignment and future commercial growth, comprising shipping, e-commerce, and international delivery.
The company is seeking technology partners with the capability to develop and deliver solutions that meet the specified technical requirements, along with providing the necessary technical support for integration into the existing production process. This collaboration is intended to be established through commercial agreements that include technical assistance, ensuring effective implementation, optimization, and long-term operational support.
The company offers a highly distinctive artisanal bakery product that brings together tradition, quality, and sensory innovation. Inspired by the traditional Calabrian frisa/fresa, the bread is produced using carefully controlled artisanal methods and natural ingredients, highlighting a strong connection to the region’s gastronomic heritage and authentic Mediterranean flavors.
Its most innovative feature is the ability to achieve a very long shelf life for a product with high hydration and preserved friability, all without the use of preservatives or chemical additives. This unique combination of craftsmanship and technological know-how allows the bread to maintain its texture, taste, and freshness over extended periods, setting it apart in the artisanal bakery market.
12 March 2026
12 March 2026
12 March 2026
12 March 2026
