Avantium and Bottle Collective Partnered for New Packaging
Michael Hemsworth — May 20, 2025 — Eco
References: avantium & foodanddrinktechnology
Avantium and Bottle Collective have announced a new partnership that will see the two organizations working together to showcase dry molded fiber (DMF) technology for packaging.
The partnership will see Avantium utilizing its plant-based polymer polyethylene furanoate (PEF) into dry molded fiber bottle packaging to achieve fiber-made bottles. This would work well as a way to enhance barrier performance, while also maintaining the sustainable profile of the bottles. The Dry Molded Fiber technology from PulPack is used in tandem and reported to use less CO₂ than conventional wet molding and plastic.
Director Business Development at Avantium Bineke Posthumus spoke on the Avantium and Bottle Collective partnership saying, "Together with global brand partners such as Opella, Diageo, and Haleon, the Bottle Collective can fast-track the development of world-first Dry Molded Fiber bottles. Our polymer PEF can play a crucial role in enhancing the sustainability and performance of these bottles, offering superior barrier properties and mechanical strength. This partnership aligns perfectly with Avantium’s mission to create innovative, plant-based solutions that contribute to a circular economy.”
The partnership will see Avantium utilizing its plant-based polymer polyethylene furanoate (PEF) into dry molded fiber bottle packaging to achieve fiber-made bottles. This would work well as a way to enhance barrier performance, while also maintaining the sustainable profile of the bottles. The Dry Molded Fiber technology from PulPack is used in tandem and reported to use less CO₂ than conventional wet molding and plastic.
Director Business Development at Avantium Bineke Posthumus spoke on the Avantium and Bottle Collective partnership saying, "Together with global brand partners such as Opella, Diageo, and Haleon, the Bottle Collective can fast-track the development of world-first Dry Molded Fiber bottles. Our polymer PEF can play a crucial role in enhancing the sustainability and performance of these bottles, offering superior barrier properties and mechanical strength. This partnership aligns perfectly with Avantium’s mission to create innovative, plant-based solutions that contribute to a circular economy.”
Trend Themes
1. Dry-molded Fiber Bottles - Adoption of dry-molded fiber for bottle manufacturing presents a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics, leveraging reduced CO₂ emissions and enhanced barrier properties.
2. Plant-based Polymers - Exploration in using plant-based polymers like polyethylene furanoate is paving the way for more eco-friendly packaging solutions with improved sustainability profiles.
3. Collaborative Innovation Partnerships - Strategic partnerships such as the one between Avantium and Bottle Collective enable accelerated development and commercialization of groundbreaking packaging technologies.
Industry Implications
1. Sustainable Packaging - The sustainable packaging industry is increasingly adopting innovative technologies such as dry-molded fiber to reduce environmental impact and reliance on traditional plastics.
2. Biopolymers - The biopolymers industry is witnessing growth with plant-based polymers offering a green alternative for products requiring enhanced mechanical and barrier properties.
3. Beverage Packaging - In the beverage packaging industry, innovators are exploring new materials and technologies to align with sustainability goals and meet consumer demand for eco-friendly options.
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