Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has introduced kp Evolve Fish Boards for vacuum skin packaging used in processed fish products.

The company said the boards may include as much as 100% recycled material, as manufacturers face tighter regulatory demands.

The product uses a lightweight single-material format intended to reduce carbon impact and minimise EPR charges in most European markets.

The open-flap structure is designed to improve pallet use and support transport efficiency.

The boards are intended to provide reliable vacuum-skin performance and clear product presentation and can be recycled through existing PET recycling systems.

The design is based on kp Zapora retention-chamber geometry, which removes the need for absorbent pads and adhesives.

The system channels liquid released from the fish away from the surface into small vacuum retention areas, with the aim of limiting fluid build-up and reducing the chance of leaks in transport and handling.

The pack can be rinsed after use and then recycled through established PET collection and processing streams.

kp food packaging launch manager Paul Rawlings said: “kp Evolve Fish Boards are engineered for smooth runs on high-speed automated packing lines thanks to the board’s central section, which enhances overall strength and processing efficiency.

“For brands looking to advance their sustainability commitments and reduce environmental impact without compromising on performance, kp Evolve Fish Boards offer an effective and commercially ready solution.”

In February, kp completed its restructuring through the US Chapter 11 process, removing €1.3bn ($1.5bn) of funded debt from its balance sheet.