During the last decade or so, the benefits of aseptic filling technology compared to traditional hot filling techniques have become well known in the food and drink sector. The benefits in terms of product quality have been well documented and discussed.¹ However, the environmental benefits, both in terms of energy consumption and typical lifecycle analysis of this packaging method are less understood.

The demand for aseptic packaging in the US is projected to increase 6.8 percent per year through 2020, reaching a value of $6.4 billion.

MA Dairy & Food USA has introduced a new packaging option for hot beverage condiments—the “Milk in a Stick” package.

 Acceleration in the milk and dairy products industry will play a key role in propelling the growth of aseptic packaging in the coming years.