Online Session: MAGNO EU Second Workshop on Future Trends in Food Packaging Technology: Transition to innovative circular strategies.
2025-12-09 15:30 - 16:30 (Europe/Madrid)
Event registration link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/02928383-9412-4092-9a4c-6da9f6fead47@b100caa0-ee9e-4a90-a1b6-098b7957cdb3 09/12/2025 15:30 to 16:30 (CET) Details: HOLOSS, in collaboration with The Navigator Company and the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, is pleased to host an online workshop exploring emerging trends in food packaging technology. This event is part of the second MAGNO EU workshop, which aims to accelerate the transition toward innovative circular economy strategies. Participants will gain firsthand insights into sustainable and smart packaging solutions, with contributions from industry experts and pioneering projects. The session will feature live demonstrations, interactive discussions, and real-world case studies that highlight how the packaging sector is evolving to reduce environmental impact and embrace circularity. Panelists Leonardo Gomes is a Project Research Specialist at HOLOSS, working on EU-funded sustainability projects. With a background in Chemical Engineering and Project Management, he’s pursuing a PhD in Advanced Materials at the University of Porto. His focus includes Life Cycle Assessment and circular economy strategies across industries. Madeleine is a Business Development Specialist at HOLOSS, with a Bachelor’s and Master’s in International Relations. She works on EU-funded projects in the chemical sector, focusing on plastics and food packaging. Her role bridges stakeholder perspectives to foster inclusive, sustainable innovation.

Post-event update
On 9 December 2025, HOLOSS hosted the second MAGNO online workshop, Future Trends in Food Packaging Technology, as part of a four-workshop series designed to promote more sustainable consumer choices and support the transition towards circular food packaging systems.
The session brought together 94 registered participants, mainly young adults aged 18–24, from academic environments. This figure represents a proxy count, as several classes joined the workshop using shared devices, meaning the actual reach was likely significantly higher.
The workshop focused on emerging technologies and innovative alternatives to conventional plastic-based packaging, showcasing sustainable and recyclable food-packaging materials through live demonstrations, expert contributions and real-world case studies. Participants engaged actively in interactive discussions, strengthening the link between research, education and industry while increasing awareness of practical solutions to reduce environmental impact.
Organised in collaboration with The Navigator Company and the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, the event reinforced MAGNO’s commitment to engaging younger generations and academic communities in the development of future circular economy strategies.
Below, we share a selection of images from the workshop.

Future Trends in Food Packaging Technology:Transition to innovative circular strategies - Workshop 2 powered by HOLOSS
2025-12-12 15:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Madrid)
Event registration link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6c2ec0e3-cd66-4639-a778-d2e2e62da594@b100caa0-ee9e-4a90-a1b6-098b7957cdb3 12/12/2025 15:00 to 16:00 (CET) Details: HOLOSS will host its second online workshop, delving into emerging trends in food packaging to support the transition toward innovative circular economy strategies. As part of the MAGNO EU project, this event builds on the outcomes of the in-person session held on December 9th, and will feature expert insights and interactive discussions to drive forward sustainable solutions. This dynamic session brings together industry leaders and forward-thinking projects to explore sustainable, smart packaging solutions. From cutting-edge demos to real-world corporate strategies, discover how the sector is reimagining its environmental impact.

Topic
Speaker

Welcome Remarks
Madeleine Costa (HOLOSS)

Introduction to the workshop topic” Future Trends in Food Packaging Technology”.
Madeleine Costa (HOLOSS)

Introduction of the MAGNO project.
Leonardo Gomes (HOLOSS)

Reimagining Food Packaging: The Navigator’s Company Showcase.
Luís Rodiles (The Navigator Company)

Next-Gen Packaging: Sustainable, Smart, and Circular.
Pedro Costa (Embalagem do Futuro)

Sustainability in Action: Real-World Corporate Examples.
Daniel di Santi Côrrea (former Mondelez International Packaging Sr. Group Leader)

Final Session: Wrap-Up & Open Discussion.
All

Concluding Remarks.
Madeleine Costa (HOLOSS)

Speaker 1: Luís Rodiles is Director of the molded cellulose Business Unit at The Navigator Company, which he joined in October 2018 to lead the corporate innovation area. Over the past three years, he has led the development of the molded cellulose business in all its dimensions, from technology selection to brand definition and commercial strategy. He began his career in management consulting, having joined three of the leading global firms in the sector. Subsequently, he held management and administrative positions in companies in the automotive, private equity, and financial sectors. He has a degree in Chemical Engineering from the Instituto Superior Técnico and an MBA from the University Católica Portuguesa.

Speaker 2: Project Manager of the Embalagem do Futuro® (2022–). Executive Administrator, Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (2019–2022). Executive Administrator, Social Action Services of the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (2019–2022). Chief of Staff to the President of the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (2009–2019). Electrical Engineer. Postgraduate in Six Sigma – Black Belt. Advanced Course in Public Management and a Public Management Training Program.

Speaker 3: Daniel Di Santi Corrêa Mechanical Engineer with over 25 years of experience in the packaging industrial environment, working in product conversion, development, and innovation, with Consumer Centricity mindset in companies such BEMIS, AMCOR, Cadbury, Kraft Foods and Mondelez. Solid experience in identifying improvement opportunities through competitive and trend analysis, bridging production processes with final application, as well as cost optimization and sustainability initiatives within the conversion and fastmoving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors.

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Post-event update
On 12 December 2025, HOLOSS hosted the second part of its MAGNO online workshop series on Future Trends in Food Packaging Technology, opening the discussion to a wider European and international audience. The session brought together 32 participants, including experts, industry leaders and representatives from innovative initiatives working at the forefront of sustainable and circular packaging.
Building on the insights of the previous session held on 9 December, the workshop focused on translating emerging trends into practical strategies for waste reduction, resource optimisation and smart, sustainable food packaging. Through demonstrations, case studies and interactive discussions, participants explored how innovation and collaboration can accelerate the transition towards more efficient circular economy models.
The event featured contributions from leading industry voices, including Luís Rodiles (The Navigator Company), who shared how one of Europe’s major manufacturers is reimagining food packaging; Pedro Costa (Embalagem do Futuro), who presented next-generation sustainable and smart packaging solutions; and Daniel di Santi Corrêa, who offered real-world corporate examples drawn from more than 25 years of experience in the FMCG packaging sector.
The workshop underlined the importance of closer collaboration between industry and research, and reinforced a key message: packaging is no longer only about protection, but also about trust, transparency and shaping a more sustainable future.
Below, we share a selection of images from the event.

INSTM Workshop on Plastic Packaging Waste (PPW) Ecosystem Impact Assessment
2026-01-22 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Berlin)
INSTM Workshop on Plastic Packaging Waste (PPW) Ecosystem Impact Assessment
On 22 January 2026, the MAGNO project will host a workshop on Plastic Packaging Waste (PPW) Ecosystem Impact Assessment, organised by one of its project partners and held at the Institut National des Sciences et Technologies de la Mer (I.N.S.T.M), Salammbô.
The workshop will bring together researchers, policy experts and practitioners to examine how plastic packaging waste impacts marine ecosystems and human health, with a particular focus on the Mediterranean context. Discussions will explore how these impacts can be more effectively assessed through scientific evidence, policy frameworks and quantitative indicators.
Through expert presentations and moderated group discussions, the event aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and support more informed and coordinated approaches to reducing plastic pollution.

If you would like to learn more about how the workshop unfolded and explore the key insights and conclusions, you can read the full recap article on our website here: https://magno-project.eu/magno-workshop-at-instm-assessing-the-ecosystem-and-health-impacts-of-plastic-packaging-waste/

MAGNO at European Ocean Days 2026
2026-03-03 08:00 - 2026-03-07 17:00 (Europe/Madrid)
From 3 to 7 March 2026, representatives from Knowledge Value Consulting (Kveloce Group), partners in the MAGNO project, participated in the European Ocean Days 2026 held in Brussels.

The event brought together policymakers, researchers, industry representatives and civil society organisations to discuss key topics related to ocean governance, the blue economy and marine sustainability. Throughout the week, Kveloce colleagues engaged in discussions with stakeholders across the marine and fisheries ecosystem, exchanging perspectives on current challenges and opportunities for collaboration.

These conversations are closely connected with the objectives of MAGNO, which works to advance more sustainable food packaging systems and reduce environmental impacts, including those affecting marine ecosystems. Events such as European Ocean Days provide an important platform to connect research, policy and innovation communities working toward healthier oceans and more sustainable economic models.

Participation in these discussions also contributes to strengthening links between MAGNO and broader European initiatives addressing marine protection, circular economy solutions and the prevention of pollution at sea.

STOPP Webinar: Challenges and Opportunities of Packaging Recycling in Food and Beverages
2026-03-26 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Berlin)
On 26 March, from 11:00 to 12:00 (Madrid time), the sister initiative STOPP will host a webinar addressing the key challenges and opportunities related to packaging recycling in the food and beverage sector.
The session will focus on current regulatory developments, technical constraints and emerging solutions linked to packaging recycling and food contact materials, offering valuable insights for stakeholders working across the packaging value chain.
While this event is not organised by the MAGNO project, it aligns closely with MAGNO’s objectives and may be of particular interest to our community.
More information and registration:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nJGIRBdLQouj55cKLnUTtg#/

SPECTROMED II – 2nd Mediterranean Congress on Mass Spectrometry and its Applications
2026-04-23 08:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 (Europe/Madrid)
The 2nd Mediterranean Congress on Mass Spectrometry and its Applications (SPECTROMED II) will take place from 23 to 26 April 2026 in Sousse, Tunisia.

Building on the success of its first edition, SPECTROMED II will bring together researchers, professionals and stakeholders from across the Mediterranean region, Europe and North Africa to exchange knowledge on the latest advances in mass spectrometry and advanced analytical technologies.

The programme will include plenary lectures, thematic sessions and specialised workshops, addressing applications in health, environmental analysis, materials science, food security and related fields. The congress also aims to strengthen Euro-Mediterranean and South–South scientific cooperation.

SPECTROMED II is jointly organised by the National Institute for Research and Physico-Chemical Analysis (INRAP) and the Sciences Horizons Association (ASHO).

For more information about the programme, registration and participation, please visit the official event website: https://asho-fst.org/spectromed/index.html
