en.Wedoany.com Reported - From June 5 to 13 this year, the Vätternrundan cycling event around Lake Vättern in Sweden will use plastic-free paper cups provided by Duni Group, which also plans to pilot a composting solution specifically designed to handle food and packaging waste.
Duni Group and the event organizers aim to reduce plastic usage and achieve more efficient circular processing of waste through this initiative. The composting pilot will be set up at the Jönköping supply station, where food and packaging waste generated on-site will be processed directly. According to statistics, Duni Group expects to provide approximately 125,000 paper cups specifically designed for high-traffic, fast-paced scenarios during the event; at the Jönköping supply station, which will serve around 12,000 meals, compostable packaging and a composter from Duniform will be deployed. This packaging is designed for local composting, allowing food and packaging waste to be processed on-site in a unified workflow, transforming into nutrient-rich soil in about 24 hours.
Vätternrundan and Duni Group stated that both parties hope to explore more sustainable and resource-efficient solutions for large-scale sports and entertainment events. This collaboration is initially set for three years, creating conditions for the long-term development, testing, and scaling of sustainable solutions.
In other developments in the paper packaging sector, Ekoroll has launched a lidless paper cup suitable for both hot and cold beverages, featuring an integrated lid and drinking spout, and using a water-based coating to ensure recyclability and compostability. This design is expected to meet the requirements of the upcoming revised Plastics and Plastic Waste Regulation, helping customers avoid taxes on plastic packaging components. Additionally, startup Borro recently announced raising €1.3 million, planning to further expand its digital deposit system for reusable cups to the Netherlands, Germany, and France this summer. Borro claims its system has processed "millions" of cups and is currently serving Belgian football clubs such as Club Brugge and KV Mechelen.
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