In a market increasingly focused on reducing environmental impact, the adoption of natural materials such as jute represents a real paradigm shift in packaging for food delivery and temperature‑controlled logistics
Ecocool, a German company specialized in developing sustainable insulated packaging solutions for temperature‑controlled logistics, has taken a strategic step forward by expanding its portfolio with a range made from jute, a natural and low‑impact material. This development was made possible by the acquisition, in early 2026, of jute specialist Kompackt61, enabling Ecocool to integrate expertise and products dedicated to food logistics.
Among the new additions are the JuteBag and the JuteBox, designed to meet the needs of the cold chain with a sustainable approach.
Florian Siedenburg, Managing Director of Ecocool, emphasizes the company’s direction:
With the new jute products, we are significantly rounding out our range of sustainable insulated packaging for the food sector. This solution fits perfectly into the sustainable INNO packaging line, reinforcing our commitment to increasingly responsible packaging.
The JuteBag is an insulated bag made from multilayer jute fibers that provide natural thermal insulation thanks to the micro air chambers they create. The inherent properties of jute, including good thermal conductivity and moisture regulation, deliver performance comparable to traditional materials like polystyrene, but with a much lower environmental footprint. The outer cotton fleece (less than 5% of total weight) completes a fully natural and biodegradable solution that can be disposed of in organic waste, home compost, or general waste. Available in four sizes, the JuteBag adapts to various logistics needs, with load capacities ranging from 3 to 30 kg.
The JuteBox, the premium solution in the series, features an insulation liner made from recycled jute fibers bonded with starch‑based support fibers and enclosed in a starch‑based PLA film. With a wall thickness of 40 mm, the structure allows, when combined with dry ice or appropriate ice packs, the shipment of frozen goods. At end‑of‑life, the insulation insert and surrounding film are biodegradable in industrial composting facilities, while the shipping carton is recyclable. Three sizes are available to cover shipping needs of up to 20 kg.
