# Paper-Based Can Carriers The Fishbone Can Carrier System Replaces Single-Use Plastic Ring Handles By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-12-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-carrier References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/atlantic-packaging-announces-fishbone-recyclable-can-carrier-system-301187625.html) & [fishbone](https://fishbone.com) Atlantic Packaging's Fishbone is a recylable can carrier system that was created to replace plastic ring handles. The curbside recyclable and biodegradable solution was developed to offer a more environmentally friendly alternative to [single-use plastic beverage packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilsa), which is known to cause harm to marine birds and animals, and the environments they inhabit. By replacing single-use plastic with a [paper-based can carrier alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperseal-pressed), Atlantic Packaging not only helps to join the fight against plastic but also use less material in general. Although paper-based, the can carrier system boasts a [compostable water-based barrier coating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-carp-packaging) for moisture resistance. Available for four- and six-pack formats, the can carriers help to remove microplastics from circulation and protect vulnerable ecosystems. Image Credit: Atlantic Packaging ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plastic-free Packaging:** The trend towards eliminating plastic from packaging materials presents opportunities for compostable paper-based alternatives like the Fishbone Can Carrier System. - **Sustainable Packaging:** As consumers demand more environmentally-friendly packaging, there is a growing trend towards developing sustainable packaging options like the compostable Fishbone Can Carrier System. - **Circular Economy Solutions:** The circular economy trend to reduce waste and repurpose materials provides an opportunity to replace plastic single-use can carriers with alternative materials like the Fishbone's compostable paper-based solution. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beverage Industry:** As the beverage industry faces pressure to adopt more environmentally-friendly packaging options, compostable can carriers like the Fishbone offer a sustainable solution. - **Retail Industry:** The retail industry has an opportunity to reduce plastic waste by offering paper-based, compostable packaging options like the Fishbone Can Carrier System. - **Packaging Industry:** The push towards sustainable packaging alternatives presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for packaging companies to create and offer eco-friendly solutions like the Fishbone's compostable paper-based can carrier. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recyclable Tuna Cartons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bumble-bee-seafood-company.md) - [Tubular Paper-Made Snack Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonoco-paper-can.md) - [Paperboard Supplement Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-based-canister.md) - [Sustainable Cafe Delivery Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-pulp-coffee-carrier.md) - [Plastic-Replacing Packaging Sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondi-hughold-paper-packaging-solution.md) - [Fiber-Based Recyclable Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mother-parkers.md) - [Efficiency-Driven Beverage Shipping Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tray-pods.md) - [Bio-Based Paper Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-food-packaging.md) - [Adhesive-Held Water Multi-Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilsa.md)