Samut Sakhon, Thailand – Huhtamaki (Thailand) Limited, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, welcomed H.E. Mrs Kristiina Kuvaja-Xanthopoulos, Finnish Ambassador to Thailand, to its flexible packaging facility in Samut Sakhon. The visit showcased blueloop™ innovations, which replace non-recyclable packaging, and reinforced Thailand-Finland cooperation in advancing sustainable packaging development.
Operating in Thailand for nearly 30 years, Huhtamaki Thailand provides world-class, eco-friendly packaging solutions. During a factory tour, the company highlighted blueloop™’s role in supporting Thailand’s transition to a circular economy and the adoption of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations.
Following the tour, the Ambassador participated in Huhtamaki’s Think Circle roundtable on “Collaborating for Sustainable Packaging in Thailand.” Established in 2020, Think Circle fosters discussions among policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to drive circularity in packaging.
Ambassador Highlights Finnish-Thai Collaboration in Sustainability
Reflecting on the visit, H.E. Mrs Kristiina Kuvaja-Xanthopoulos stated:
“Sustainable development is a shared global goal. Finland has long been a pioneer in circular economy and green transition innovations, making cooperation with Thailand in this area particularly significant. Huhtamaki (Thailand) Limited exemplifies the strong partnership and mutual commitment to sustainability between our two nations.”
Driving Thailand’s Sustainable Packaging Landscape
Mr Pongsak Padungkarn, Vice President, Flexible Packaging SEAO, Huhtamaki Thailand, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to sustainability:
“Huhtamaki is proud to introduce our game-changing blueloop™ flexible packaging solutions in Thailand. We are actively collaborating with key Thai associations to drive the adoption of sustainable packaging and contribute to Thailand’s green transition.”
Huhtamaki is working closely with industry stakeholders to develop mechanisms for EPR implementation. As a member of the Eco-Design Working Group under the Thailand Institute of Packaging and Recycling Management for Sustainable Environment (TIPMSE), the company is committed to enhancing recycling standards, sharing best practices, and developing incentive measures to support sustainable packaging initiatives.
Innovative blueloop™ Solutions
Huhtamaki’s blueloop™ solutions minimise resource use while ensuring product protection and recyclability. The portfolio includes:
- Blueloop™ PE – A mono-material polyethylene (PE) packaging with up to 95% purity, using OmniLock™ PE technology to reduce material thickness and enhance recyclability. Launched globally in 2023.
- Blueloop™ PP Retort – A polypropylene-based retort pouch with over 90% mono-material content, designed for heat-sterilised food, healthcare, and pet food applications.
- Blueloop™ Paper – A mono-material packaging solution made with 90% paper content, ensuring recyclability while maintaining product protection for food, beverages, and snacks.
More than just recyclable packaging, blueloop™ takes a closed-loop approach, enabling material circulation and reducing virgin resource consumption.
About Huhtamaki
Huhtamaki is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, ensuring food safety, hygiene, and affordability while helping prevent food waste. Sustainability is embedded in everything we do.
With over 100 years of history and a strong Nordic heritage, Huhtamaki employs around 18,000 professionals across 36 countries and 101 locations. Our core values are Care, Dare, Deliver.
In 2024, Huhtamaki’s net sales totalled EUR 4.1 billion. Huhtamäki Oyj is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki, with its headquarters in Espoo, Finland. Learn more at www.huhtamaki.com.
