i BOXiT

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.