Rethinking Packaging: Innovation and Sustainability at IPACK-IMA 2025.
A conversation with Alessandra Fernicola on barrier coatings, mono-materials, and the role of SCF in the circular transition
At the latest edition of IPACK-IMA in Milan, one of Europe’s most important events for packaging and processing innovation, we had the opportunity to share our vision for the future of sustainable packaging. Representing SAES Coated Films was our Marketing & Sustainability Manager Alessandra Fernicola, who sat down for a video interview to discuss how innovation in functional coatings is helping reshape the packaging industry.
In the interview, Alessandra highlights the role of SAES Coated Films technology in enabling the transition to mono-material structures—a key step towards packaging that is easier to recycle and compatible with circular economy principles. By applying high-barrier, solvent-free coatings on recyclable substrates, SAES Coated Films is redefining what performance and sustainability can look like when they go hand in hand.
But sustainability, as Alessandra points out, is not just a technical challenge. It’s a mindset—one that informs every stage of development, from the selection of raw materials to the end-of-life of the final product.
Whether you’re a brand owner, converter, or sustainability professional, this short video offers valuable insights into the tangible steps SAES Coated Films is taking to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving market, while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.
🎬 Watch the full interview below and discover how SAES Coated Films is helping shape a more circular future—one layer at a time.