Key topics

Regulations and consumers are calling for more sustainable packaging. Alternative materials are challenging the industry — it must act urgently. We work on sustainable packaging, circular design or even recyclability in numerous regional and national projects.

The “Sustainable Packaging & Food Processes” roadmap updates the measures developed in 2021 for the circular economy of plastics and expands them to include the bioeconomy. The focus is on recycling-friendly packaging design, food utilization, bioplastics, and legislative incentives.

Technology roadmap

Digital solutions enable precise quality production and seamless traceability of food through real-time information. Labor shortages and the need for resilient supply chains challenge the food industry. Predictive analytics support flexible, adaptable production. Robots compensate for the lack of personnel in production. Together with you, we explore digital potential and support you in your digital transformation with our formats.

Food must be produced and processed as sustainably and in a resource-friendly way as possible. In addition to optimising energy use, there are many adjustments to be made to maintain competitiveness. In Food Cluster , we are close to the topics that affect the industry. We work with you to find solutions.

Food manufacturers strive to produce safe products of excellent quality and high nutritional value in order to ensure the required shelf life of their products. In addition to conventional methods, innovative methods offer a wide range of options. The Food Cluster provides the necessary expertise and organizes the exchange of experience on a wide range of special topics. In cooperation with the WiFi Entrepreneur Academy, we offer events on the topic of quality management in the food industry. We also work closely with the FFoQSI Competence Center — Center for Food Safety.