Summary
- Profile Type
- Business Offer
- POD Reference
- BOGB20250314013
- Term of Validity
- 28 March 2025 - 28 March 2026
- Company's Country
- United Kingdom
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Investment agreement
- Supplier agreement
- Targeted Countries
- United Kingdom
- Bulgaria
- Cyprus
- Italy
- Portugal
- Estonia
- Austria
- Netherlands
- Malta
- Denmark
- Romania
- Luxembourg
- Germany
- Sweden
- Greece
- Slovenia
- Czechia
- Lithuania
- France
- Hungary
- Spain
- Belgium
- Croatia
- Latvia
- Slovakia
- Poland
- Ireland
- Finland
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General information
- Short Summary
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UK-based sustainable packaging company seeks distribution opportunities within UK and EU, and partnerships for its innovative compostable, biodegradable, and recyclable paper-based cutlery made from agrofibre, providing a sustainable alternative to plastic and wooden cutlery.
Looking to establish commercial agreements, distribution partnerships, or investment collaborations to scale adoption within food and hospitality sectors and drive the transition to eco-friendly solutions. - Full Description
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A UK-based sustainable packaging company offers innovative paper-based cutlery, including spoons, forks, and knives, crafted from multi-layered Kraft Ecom paper. The cutlery is produced using a hot moulding technique, ensuring durability, structural integrity, and food-grade safety. As a 100% compostable, biodegradable, and marine-degradable alternative to plastic and wooden cutlery, it presents a sustainable solution for the food and hospitality sectors.
The product meets international safety and environmental standards, holding certifications such as:
• ISO 9001 – Quality management certification
• ISO 14001 – Environmental management certification
• USFDA (United States Food and Drug Administration) – Compliance with food safety regulations
• BFR XXXVI (Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung) – German food contact safety standard
Designed to withstand heat up to 70°C, the cutlery offers high resistance to oil and water and is fluorine- and BPA-free, ensuring consumer health and safety. Unlike wooden cutlery, it is fully recyclable, does not absorb moisture, and maintains its structural integrity even with prolonged use.
The SME seek partnerships with food service companies, distributors, retailers, and e-commerce platforms interested in integrating sustainable alternatives into their product offerings. Potential collaborations may include commercial agreements, supplier agreements, or investment partnerships to expand market reach. - Advantages and Innovations
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Eco-Friendly & Sustainable – 100% compostable, biodegradable, and recyclable.
Heat & Moisture Resistant – Retains structure even with hot food and liquids.
Food-Grade Certified – Meets international safety and quality standards.
Odourless & Tasteless – Unlike wooden cutlery, does not retain odours or alter taste.
Lightweight & Durable – Designed for both cold and hot food applications.
Competitive Alternative – Provides an improved user experience compared to plastic and wooden alternatives. - Technical Specification or Expertise Sought
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- Potential partners should have expertise in food service packaging distribution, retail partnerships, or sustainable product commercialization.
- Knowledge of food service industry regulations and sustainability certifications is preferred.
- Experience in scaling biodegradable product lines in retail or B2B markets is an advantage. - Stage of Development
- Already on the market
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Goal 14: Life Below Water
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- IPR status
- No IPR applied
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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Distribution & Retail Partners (Expanding Market Reach)
The company is looking for established distributors and retail partners to broaden product availability across key markets, including supermarkets, food service providers, and e-commerce platforms.
Envisioned Partnerships and Development
The company seeks to expand its market reach and scale adoption of its sustainable cutlery through the following partnership models:
1. Commercial Agreements (Bulk Supply to Food Service Providers & Retailers)
• The company aims to partner with restaurant chains, cafes, catering services, and hospitality businesses that want to offer sustainable alternatives to plastic and wooden cutlery.
• This partnership would involve bulk supply agreements where the company provides its cutlery to food service providers under either a wholesale purchase model or custom-branded product agreements for larger clients.
• For retailers, the company seeks to supply its cutlery as branded or white-label products for supermarkets, specialty stores, and eco-conscious brands.
2. Distribution Partnerships (Regional & International Distributors)
• The company is looking for distribution partners across the UK, EU, and international markets to scale its product availability in key sectors.
• Ideal partners would be distributors specializing in sustainable packaging, food service supplies, or hospitality products, who can leverage their existing networks to expand sales channels.
• The partnership would be structured as a mutually beneficial supply and distribution model, with agreed-upon territorial rights and volume commitments to ensure market growth.
• The company will support distributors with marketing materials, product training, and ongoing supply chain coordination.
Ideal Partner Expertise:
• Experience in FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods), sustainable packaging, or food service product distribution.
• Retail network access to supermarkets, convenience stores, and zero-waste shops.
• Established supply chains in the UK, Europe, and international markets.
• Ability to support logistics, warehousing, and bulk supply management.
• Capability to handle private-label branding or integrate the product into sustainability-focused product lines.
Role of the Partner:
• Distribute the paper-based cutlery range to major retailers, food service chains, and online marketplaces.
• Facilitate shelf placement, marketing campaigns, and retail promotions.
• Provide insights into regional regulations and compliance for sustainable packaging.
• Collaborate on market expansion strategies for scaling reach in both B2B and B2C sectors.
Hospitality & Catering Partners (Driving Adoption in Food Services)
The company is seeking partnerships with hotels, restaurant groups, catering services, and event organisers to promote the adoption of eco-friendly cutlery in the hospitality and food service industries.
Ideal Partner Expertise:
• Businesses with a strong sustainability mandate and a commitment to reducing single-use plastic waste.
• Hospitality brands looking to integrate eco-friendly alternatives into their operations.
• Event organisers managing large-scale conferences, exhibitions, and festivals that require disposable food service solutions.
Role of the Partner:
• Replace plastic and wooden cutlery with paper-based alternatives across food service outlets.
• Work with the company to develop customised product offerings, including co-branded sustainable cutlery.
• Provide feedback on product performance to support continuous innovation.
• Promote the use of certified sustainable cutlery through corporate sustainability initiatives. - Type and Size of Partner
- SME 11-49
- SME 50 - 249
- Big company
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Investment agreement
- Supplier agreement
Dissemination
- Technology keywords
- 07002003 - Pulp Technology
- 02007013 - Paper technology
- 08001003 - Food Packaging / Handling
- 02007020 - Biobased materials
- 10003004 - Recycling, Recovery
- Market keywords
- 07002005 - Other retailing
- 07004008 - Other consumer products
- 07006 - Other Consumer Related (not elsewhere classified)
- 07005001 - Fast food restaurants
- 07005003 - Hotels and resorts
- Sector Groups Involved
- Agri-Food
- Retail
- Targeted countries
- United Kingdom
- Bulgaria
- Cyprus
- Italy
- Portugal
- Estonia
- Austria
- Netherlands
- Malta
- Denmark
- Romania
- Luxembourg
- Germany
- Sweden
- Greece
- Slovenia
- Czechia
- Lithuania
- France
- Hungary
- Spain
- Belgium
- Croatia
- Latvia
- Slovakia
- Poland
- Ireland
- Finland