In recent years, with the implementation of "carbon neutrality", plastic restriction orders and related laws and regulations, many companies are exploring alternative plastic and low-carbon packaging solutions.
Plastic will have to break down into organic matter and carbon dioxide in the open air within two years to be classed as biodegradable under a new UK standard being introduced by the British Standards Institute.
Growing global demand for sustainable packaging solutions based on renewable, recyclable/ biodegradable materials has greatly renewed industry activity and interest in moulded fibre/pulp packaging.