Descripción del proyecto
Una solución para combatir el desperdicio de alimentos y prolongar su vida útil
El desperdicio de alimentos es un problema acuciante, con cantidades alarmantes de productos frescos desechados a diario en toda la Unión Europea. El equipo del proyecto Cronogard, financiado con fondos europeos, pretende resolver este problema alargando la vida útil de los productos perecederos y reduciendo los residuos en la industria alimentaria. En concreto, se sacará al mercado un relleno activo orgánico-inorgánico con una estructura laminar capaz de unirse a moléculas esenciales como antimicrobianos, antioxidantes y antibacterianos. Aplicando este relleno mediante recubrimiento, moldeo por inyección o secado por pulverización, en el proyecto se pretende revolucionar las soluciones de envasado para cajas, bandejas, latas y películas. El mercado europeo de envases activos e inteligentes ofrece una lucrativa oportunidad para la tecnología patentada del proyecto.
Objetivo
Nice Filler (NF) is working to introduce on the market for food packaging solutions an innovative advanced material
technology platform (cronogard) based on an organic-inorganic active filler, edible and biocompatible, characterized by a
lamellar structure able to intercalate with ionic bonds active molecules (antimicrobial, antioxidant, antibacterial), capable of
maintain or improving the quality of food and to extend the food shelf life. Indeed, cronogard can be applied with different
techniques (coating, injection molding, spray dying) to all kind of food packaging solutions (boxes, trays, cans, films) thus
bringing value to the entire value chain, from the packaging industry, to the food industry, to the large organized distribution,
to the final consumer of fresh goods.
The market for active and intelligent packaging is enormous and based on large volumes. In Europe it is expected to grow
from $17.28 billion in 2014 to $19.68 billion by the end of 2020 at a CAGR of 2.19%. NF, with its proprietary and patented
technology, aims at becoming a leader in the provision of the filler for all kind of packaging solutions, dealing with the most
relevant players to offer an extraordinarily performing packaging solution, to the benefit of the European food industry, which
is traditionally rich of fresh, high-quality products (dairy, fruits, meat).
Once the project activities will be completed and cronogard will enter the market, NF is expected to grow significantly
through sales of the filler and to reach estimated revenues in the range of 40 M € in 2022, with an international reach, a 46%
enticing EBITDA, and an ambitious hiring plan for over 20 qualified professionals. Through control of the production facilities
and the related know-how, the company will retain a competitive edge and a leadership position in Europe and abroad,
proudly concurring to the economic growth, but also the reduction of food waste in a world of changing food consumption
habits.
Ámbito científico
- agricultural sciencesanimal and dairy sciencedairy
- agricultural sciencesagriculture, forestry, and fisheriesagriculturehorticulturefruit growing
- engineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and films
- medical and health scienceshealth sciencesnutrition
- engineering and technologyother engineering and technologiesfood technologyfood packaging
Programa(s)
- H2020-EU.2.1.2. - INDUSTRIAL LEADERSHIP - Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies – Nanotechnologies Main Programme
- H2020-EU.2.1.5. - INDUSTRIAL LEADERSHIP - Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies - Advanced manufacturing and processing
- H2020-EU.2.1.3. - INDUSTRIAL LEADERSHIP - Leadership in enabling and industrial technologies - Advanced materials
- H2020-EU.2.3.1. - Mainstreaming SME support, especially through a dedicated instrument
Convocatoria de propuestas
Consulte otros proyectos de esta convocatoriaConvocatoria de subcontratación
H2020-SMEINST-2-2016-2017
Régimen de financiación
SME-2 - SME instrument phase 2Coordinador
80133 NAPOLI NA
Italia
Organización definida por ella misma como pequeña y mediana empresa (pyme) en el momento de la firma del acuerdo de subvención.