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IBOXIT

Company

iboxit.uk/Norwich, United Kingdom

About

Every year, 55 billion expanded polystyrene (EPS) boxes are produced globally to distribute goods, with over 50% ending up in landfills or oceans, causing an ecological disaster. At iBoxit, we have developed patented technology that replicates and enhances the weight, performance, and strength of EPS boxes. Our breakthrough technique uses advanced manufacturing and entirely natural agricultural waste as stock, producing a 100% biodegradable product that costs less than traditional EPS and yet performs better.

We are currently collaborating with several large-scale commercial businesses in the UK to create tailored solutions which will fit their current factory set up. We are also now seeking European partners. Our prototype is complete, and we are set to begin industrial market testing in the UK in Q2 2025.

Beyond packaging, our innovation pipeline includes a recyclable alternative to wooden pallets and a plant-based antimicrobial spray that extends the shelf life of fresh fish (and we are soon to test other perishables) by over seven days. These complementary solutions align with sustainability goals and demonstrate our commitment to addressing critical ecological challenges in packaging and logistics. They also respond to what the market desperately needs to respond to recent legislation around plastic reduction in supply chains.

We have successfully raised €1.1M in UK grant funding which has enabled us to achieve TRL 6 and we are now looking to test a prototype in market conditions. We are hoping to secure an EIC Accelerator grant to commercialise in Europe and are interested in potential collaborators. Our strategy is to develop partnerships with businesses in key international locations who can manufacture and distribute our products. Europe is key for us as the seafood industry is large and open to ecological innovations.

We are working directly with a global Scottish salmon company with revenues in the hundreds of millions of pounds. They asked us to produce a replacement for their polystyrene box matching or improving the efficiency of the box for transportation of fresh seafood. The company send out around 8500 boxes every day. We have achieved this and patented the technology. We are now working with other partners to develop boxes suitable to their needs. Our aim is to remove expanded polystyrene (EPS) boxes from the global supply chain. There are 55 billion EPS boxes produced globally every year. More than half end up in landfill or in our oceans. Our box is cheaper, stronger and more efficient. And it is 100% biodegradable.

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AREAS OF ACTIVITIES

Circular EconomyBioeconomy and biobsased solution/systems, Industrial biotechnologiesBiodiversity, natural ressourcesWater (oceans, inland water and water)Zero pollutionPollutionAgriculture, forestry and rural areas, Farming systemsFood systems, food and NutritionEnvironmental observation / Adaptation to climate change

LAND, OCEANS & WATER

1 - Link Seas/Climate/biodiversity & CO2 pollution

CIRCULAR ECONOMY & BIOECONOMY

1 - Circular companies3 - Environmental impact of products - PEF5 - food consumption habits and circular economy9 - Bio-based products and new market opportunitities11 - EU biotechnologies & bioproduction support14 - Bio-based solutions and wars

ENVIRONMENT & ZERO POLLUTION

2 - Effects on the environment of agricultural cultivation4 - Polluted soils/environment and biotechnological uses5 - Marine waste monitoring incl. plastics/microplastics6 - Marine waste and impacts on living organisms8 - Pollution emitted by the agri-food and drinks sectors

BIODIVERSITY & CLIMATE

2 - Biodiversity observation3 - Biodiversity approach4 - Overview and biodiversity comprehension11 - Help and rehabilitation of nature to preserve agricultural systems

VALUE CHAIN

Design / R&D / EngineeringProductionSales & Distribution

HEALTHY, GREEN RURAL, COASTAL AND CITIES

4 - Urban co-design facilities for the transition of food systems

FROM CULTURE TO FOOD, FOOD SYSTEMS & NUTRITION

11 - Broadening fish farming production12 - Efficient fisheries systems and follow-up15 - Based food on micro-organisms and biotech16 - Food systems and innovative options17 - Food scrap reduction and incentive technology18 - FuturFood EU Partnership19 - Ecological, economic and social dimensions of sustainable development20 - Common knowledge EU-African base on food and nutrition21 - Food and crisis situation

Representatives

John Farley

Founder

IBOXIT

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