Exhibiting at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025

StePacPPC, headquartered in the Tefen Industrial Park in Israel, is a global leader in postharvest packaging technologies specializing in Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity (MA/MH) packaging. With a legacy of scientific excellence, the company is renowned for its innovations that significantly extend the shelf life and quality of fresh produce during storage, transport, and retail display.

Company Background

Founded as StePac L.A. Ltd. and now operating as StePacPPC, the company has over two decades of expertise in developing postharvest packaging solutions grounded in plant physiology, polymer engineering, and postharvest science. Through strategic partnerships and research collaborations, StePacPPC has grown to serve customers in over 60 countries.

Its product innovations are backed by scientific validation and customized engineering, offering tailor-made packaging that preserves quality and reduces food waste globally.

Core Business

StePacPPC specializes in developing and manufacturing precision-engineered flexible packaging solutions with MA/MH properties. These packaging formats are designed to control gas exchange and relative humidity, thereby slowing respiration and senescence in fresh produce. This contributes directly to reduced dehydration, decay, and physiological disorders.

Key sectors served include:

• Fresh fruit and vegetable exporters
• Retail chains and supermarket groups
• Packing houses and logistic operators
• Flower and herb exporters

Product and Service Offerings

StePacPPC’s product portfolio is categorized across bulk, semi-retail, and retail-ready packaging formats:

• Xtend® Bulk Packaging:

  • Modified atmosphere carton liners, bin liners, and pallet shrouds
  • Ideal for long-haul shipment of grapes, pomegranates, blueberries, broccoli, sweet corn, and leafy greens

• Xflow™ Packaging:

  • MA/MH films for automated flow-pack machines
  • Enhances productivity and reduces manual labor in packing facilities

• Xgo™ Retail Solutions:

  • Lidding films, standing pouches, and preformed bags
  • Designed for direct-to-shelf applications with excellent clarity and branding capability

• Xbloom™ Floral Packaging:

  • Specially engineered for extended freshness of cut flowers during transit

All packaging products are customizable based on produce respiration rates, shipping durations, and climatic zones.

Specialization and Core USP

StePacPPC is uniquely positioned as one of the few packaging companies combining scientific modeling, biochemical respiration data, and polymer engineering to create highly specialized postharvest packaging solutions.

Key differentiators include:

• Proprietary polymer blends that actively manage moisture and gas composition
• Use of empirical shelf-life modeling for each produce type
• Ability to integrate with automated packing systems via Xflow™
• Scientific support and validation for every packaging application
• Continuous investment in R&D and field validation trials across regions

Financial Overview

StePacPPC operates as a subsidiary under the PPC Flexible Packaging Group (USA), which has seen multi-million-dollar investments and strategic acquisitions to scale its global presence. While specific revenue figures for StePacPPC are not publicly disclosed, the brand commands a premium segment in fresh produce packaging, particularly in the export supply chains of high-value perishables.

Shipment Data and Trade Records

According to international trade data and company export records:

• StePacPPC packaging is used in shipments from over 60 countries including Chile, Peru, India, South Africa, Spain, and the U.S.
• Over 2 billion produce packs globally have used Xtend®, Xgo™, and Xflow™ technologies
• Significant presence in Latin American grape and blueberry export industries
• Major end-users include packing houses, multinational growers, and logistics firms specializing in cold chain distribution

Target Market

StePacPPC targets multiple verticals in the perishable produce sector:

• Fresh Produce Exporters: Grapes, mangoes, avocados, pomegranates, cherries
• Retail Chains: Looking for sustainable shelf-life extension packaging
• Third-Party Packing Centers: That require high-speed, automated packing solutions
• Flower Exporters: Through the Xbloom™ line
• Agri-tech Distributors: Who seek high-performance, value-added packaging solutions

Capabilities

• Global Technical Support: With agronomists and postharvest specialists for on-site training
• Custom Package Design: Based on produce respiration and storage conditions
• Automated Packing Compatibility: Xflow™ films compatible with horizontal flow-wrapping machinery
• R&D Partnerships: Collaborations with research institutions in Israel, Chile, and the U.S.
• Sustainability Focus: Integration of recyclable materials and packaging efficiency

Certifications and Compliance

• BRCGS Packaging Materials Certification
• ISO 9001:2015 Certified Production
• Compliant with FDA, EU, and China National Standards for food contact packaging
• Phytosanitary support documents available for destination markets
• Continuous product testing based on ASTM and ISO shelf-life standards

Customer Testimonials

"Xtend liners have revolutionized our pomegranate shipments to Europe — we now see 35% reduction in decay and over 10 days more in shelf life."
— Jorge M., Export Manager, Chilean Agri Exporter

"We’ve transitioned 80% of our grape shipments to Xflow films. Productivity is up, and post-arrival condition scores are consistently higher."
— Sandeep K., Packing Line Supervisor, Maharashtra, India

Major Achievements

• Introduced first commercial MA/MH packaging for high-value perishables over 20 years ago
• Exclusive packaging partner for multiple grape and pomegranate exporters in Latin America and India
• Over 20 proprietary polymer structures designed specifically for different crops
• Recognized by the World Bank and Fresh Produce Consortium for reducing food loss in developing markets
• Supported over 200 postharvest trials with universities and agribusinesses globally

With unmatched scientific rigor, a global footprint, and relentless innovation, StePacPPC continues to lead the evolution of postharvest packaging for the fresh produce industry.