Clear sustainability message to consumers

Berglandmilch cuts CO₂ with SIG’s alu-layer-free full barrier aseptic cartons

Case study

Berglandmilch

is Austria’s leading dairy company. With around 1,500 employees, including subsidiaries, Berglandmilch processes approximately 1.3 billion kg of milk per year under the umbrella brands Schärdinger, Tirol Milch, Lattella, and Stainzer. The product ranges cover the entire spectrum of dairy products: from milk, yogurt, curd cheese, and dairy-based beverages to cream cheese products and numerous cheese specialties.

Their challenge

Berglandmilch aimed to cut carbon, but not performance:

  • Reducing CO₂ emissions related to its packaging
  • Maintain full barrier protection and full shelf life
  • Compatibility with existing filling lines
  • Provide a clear sustainability message to consumers

Solution

Berglandmilch partnered with SIG to become the first company in Austria to launch products aseptic carton packs made of SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier packaging material. It is the world’s first full barrier aseptic carton packaging material without an aluminum layer.

Impact and benefits

Environmental impact

Reducing the already low carbon footprint of standard aseptic cartons by 22%1

Product flexibility

Suitable for a wide range of products, including oxygen-sensitive beverages such as juices or plant-based beverages

Shelf life

Up to 12 months without refrigeration

Competitive advantage

As a first mover Berglandmilch is strengthening its market leadership

"Choosing SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier packaging material is a clear step forward for us. It helps us to lower CO₂ emissions without compromising on product protection."
Josef Braunshofer
CEO at Berglandmilch

Key features of the packaging material

  • CO2 reduction as the packaging material has no aluminum layer
  • Product Protection: Delivers the same full shelf life (up to 12 months) and product protection as conventional aseptic cartons with aluminum layer
  • CO2-reduced solution primarily made of paper
  • The packaging material is fully compatible with existing SIG filling lines
  • Designed as a “plug-and-play” solution, only minimal adjustments required
  • Consumer communication: Environmental benefits can be clearly communicated on-pack
"With a high renewable material share, no aluminum layer, and the same trusted barrier performance, Berglandmilch is enabling consumers to make even more sustainable purchasing decisions."
Viktoria Uhl-Pochman
Head of Sales Austria & Switzerland at SIG

At-a-glance

Product

“Schärdinger Formil” premium milk

Packaging

Aseptic cartons made of SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier packaging material

CO2 reduction

22%1 vs. standard SIG carton

Technology

Aseptic filling technology