Coppice is proud to announce that our Gen2 Aluminium Tray has been shortlisted as a UK finalist in the Packaging News Sustainability & Impact Awards 2026.
This recognition reflects more than product innovation—it highlights a practical, scalable shift in foodservice packaging, where sustainability and performance work together, not in compromise.
A Smarter Approach to Sustainable Packaging
As the foodservice industry continues to move away from hard-to-recycle plastics, the challenge is clear:
how do you reduce environmental impact without sacrificing performance?
Gen2 has been developed to answer exactly that.
By combining lightweighting with structural strength, Gen2 trays use less material while maintaining the durability required for real-world foodservice applications. This results in:
- Reduced raw material usage
- Lower transport weight and emissions
- Improved overall packaging efficiency
At the same time, the tray delivers the performance standards operators rely on every day.
Built for Performance in Real-World Use
Gen2 is not just designed for sustainability—it is engineered for consistent, reliable performance across the full foodservice journey.
Key features include:
- High strength smoothwall construction for improved rigidity
- Hermetic sealing capability for product protection and shelf-life
- Excellent heat conductivity, ensuring even cooking and hot-hold performance
- Enhanced nesting and pallet density, reducing storage and logistics impact
Aluminium’s natural properties play a critical role here. As a material, it provides even heat distribution and efficient cooking performance, helping deliver consistent results across a wide range of applications
Supporting a Circular Packaging System
Sustainability is not just about reducing material—it’s about choosing the right material.
Aluminium remains one of the most practical options for circular packaging:
- Infinitely recyclable without loss of quality
- Widely collected through established recycling infrastructure
- Retains high value within recycling systems
In fact, recycling aluminium requires significantly less energy than producing new material, reinforcing its role in long-term circular solutions
Gen2 trays are designed to support this system—helping customers meet evolving sustainability targets, including EPR requirements and broader environmental commitments.
Designed to Stand Out
Alongside performance and sustainability, Gen2 also delivers on presentation.
The rose gold variant offers a premium, differentiated appearance—ideal for brands looking to elevate product perception in retail and food-to-go environments.
Combined with embossing options and recyclable messaging, this creates a packaging format that communicates both quality and responsibility at the point of use.
Recognition That Reflects Real Impact
The Packaging News Sustainability & Impact Awards celebrate innovations that deliver measurable, real-world improvements.
Gen2’s shortlisting reflects its ability to:
- Address a clear industry challenge
- Deliver tangible sustainability benefits
- Maintain the performance required for high-volume applications
This is not a concept—it’s a ready-to-scale solution already aligned with where the market is heading.
Explore Gen2 for Your Packaging Needs
If you’re reviewing your current packaging or exploring alternatives to plastic, Gen2 offers a proven, practical solution.
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