Yangi unveils dry-formed fibre trays for food packaging

Core Insights - Yangi has introduced a new dry-formed fibre tray for packaging meat, fish, deli items, and ready meals, utilizing its Cellera manufacturing platform for large-scale dry forming processes [1][4] - The trays are designed to maintain structure and durability during handling, compatible with modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) to meet food shelf-life requirements [2] - The trays are made from renewable virgin fibres, free from PFAS, and feature a functional laminate that can be adapted for recycling in existing paper systems [2][3] Product Features - Available in both bleached and unbleached versions, with sizes tailored to various requirements, supporting options like debossing and high-resolution digital printing [3] - The Cellera technology allows for shorter production cycles of four to six seconds and fewer manufacturing steps compared to traditional pulp moulding [3] - The trays have been tested for use in chilled, frozen, microwave, and oven applications [1] Environmental Impact - Yangi's dry-formed tray has an approximately 80% lower CO₂ impact compared to plastic alternatives, emphasizing its sustainability [4] - The product launch signifies a shift towards dry forming as a new benchmark in fibre-based packaging for producers and brands [4] Financial Background - Yangi completed a Series A funding round in September, raising €10 million ($11.7 million) to expand its fibre packaging production capacity [4]