The future of barrier materials for packaging

Event Details

Start Date
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00
End Date
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00
Location
CPI, Coxon Building, NETPark, John Walker Road, Sedgefield, TS21 3FE
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Discover what’s possible in barrier materials at CPI’s Future of Barrier Materials for Packaging. The day is designed to be hands-on and valuable, with expert insights, a tour of our cutting-edge facilities, and one-to-one clinics focused on the challenges your business is tackling.


Learn about the latest trends in barrier materials, including sustainability, recyclability, and regulatory compliance, while seeing first-hand how CPI can support your development and scale-up projects. The event is designed to give practical insights and tailored advice to help you overcome technical and commercial challenges.

Event Agenda

  • 09:30 – Arrival & Coffee
    Informal welcome and introductions 
  • 10:00 – Scene-setting (20 mins)
    Key trends in barrier materials and CPI capabilities, framed around What’s possible today” and Where CPI can help” 
  • 10:30 – Facility Tour
    Guided visit of our barrier testing labs, coating/​formulation capabilities, and scale-up infrastructure 
  • 11:30 – Break & Matchmaking Setup
  • 12:001:1 Innovation Clinics
    Pre-booked 30-minute sessions with CPI technical and business development experts, focused on your challenges. Potential themes include: 
    • Barrier vs recyclability trade-offs 
    • PFAS replacement / sustainable coatings 
    • Scale-up challenges 
    • Regulatory compliance 
  • 13:30 – Networking Lunch
    Continue discussions, explore collaborations, or revisit labs


Who should attend
This event is designed for packaging, materials, sustainability, R&D and innovation leaders across food, pharma and regulated packaging sectors who are evaluating new barrier materials, scaling innovations, or navigating regulatory change.

Once you’ve registered, a member of the CPI team will be in touch to confirm the time of your 1:1 innovation clinic.

CPI is your innovation partner to make your ideas a reality.