Berlin Packaging has agreed to purchase sustainable polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle caps from technology company Origin Materials.
The deal will see Berlin Packaging procure PET 1881 caps for sale and distribution to its customer network, which includes multiple beverage manufacturers.
The partnership is also said to leverage Berlin Packaging’s global distribution capabilities.
The move aims to enhance the availability of these packaging solutions for the beverage industry.
Origin Materials CEO John Bissell said: “When we first connected with Berlin Packaging, the potential, vision, and strong degree of alignment was obvious.
“Their broad and deep distribution footprint not only immediately extends our market reach for 1881 but also opens the door for all our forthcoming formats across all closure applications globally.”
The PET 1881 caps are designed to facilitate lighter packaging solutions and extend product shelf life.
They are classified as monomaterial containers, which improve recyclability and support circular economy initiatives, according to the company.
The caps can be produced using 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) PET, making them suitable for food-grade applications, in contrast to many polypropylene and high-density polyethylene alternatives.
The manufacturing process for the caps involves thermoforming, differing from the conventional injection-moulding technique.
Berlin Packaging sustainability vice-president Balaji Jayaseelan said: “At Berlin Packaging, our sustainability strategy is focused on innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact.
“We are driven by the belief that Anything Is Possible, and we see that belief in Origin as well. We’re excited to partner with Origin to bring their world-changing PET caps to our world-class customers.”
Berlin Packaging is claimed to be the world’s largest hybrid packaging supplier of glass, plastic, and metal containers and closures.
It has a network of 1,700 suppliers, offers over 55,000 stock-keeping units, and operates more than 100 locations worldwide.
The company provides a range of packaging manufacturing, distribution, and value-added services.
Last month, Berlin Packaging acquired Italian company Cosmei, which specialises in creating streamlined essentials and custom designs in collaboration with beauty brands.
