


Sustainability Report Highlights
2024


Hear From Gary Smith,
BioPak CEO
“This year marks yet another year of strong growth for BioPak as we continue to work with our loyal customers, partners and the wider community. As part of this year’s report, I am proud to announce that BioPak has made a commitment to reaching Net-Zero GHG Emissions across our value chain by 2050, a historic milestone that we share alongside our major shareholder, Duni. Our portfolio and network continues to grow with two globally recognised B Corps, Huskee and decent packaging, joining our extended family - forming what is now known as the BioPak Group. Our mission is to develop best-in-class solutions that incorporate a range of products and strategies that will help us transition to a waste-free world. We have some truly ambitious plans over the next 12 months, particularly around our own emissions reduction scheme, product innovation and continuing to bolster education to spark conversation and drive meaningful change that champions circular solutions.”
Gary Smith
Key Product Releases
BioPak leads the foodservice packaging industry through continuous research into raw materials and the development of innovative, sustainable products. With a strong focus on new coatings and product ranges, BioPak launched a slate of cutting-edge solutions with enhanced sustainability credentials that help businesses navigate the growing wave of single-use plastic bans. BioPak empowers businesses to adopt packaging that aligns with both regulatory requirements and consumer demand for sustainable practices.


The PHA-uture of cups is here
Blurb: We’re the first to introduce PHA BioCups to the Australian market! They’re certified home compostable to European (NFT51-800) and Australian (AS5810) standards. While PHA resin is marine biodegradable, products like our coffee cups are not certified for marine biodegradability to help prevent littering.


Transforming the Sushi Industry
Blurb: Developed in collaboration with one of Australia’s leading sushi retailers, BioBoard Sushi Trays are made from FSC™ Premium paper with an aqueous lining, providing a durable, sustainable alternative to plastic trays. Available across Australia and New Zealand, they enhance product presentation, champion compostable solutions, and can be custom-branded.


Customisable Paper Sauce BioCups and Lid
Blurb: In 2024, we launched our new Paper Sauce BioCup and Lid range, allowing for custom branding while serving sauces or samples. Made from FSC™ Mix certified paper with an aqueous lining, these durable, leakproof, and home compostable (AS5810) cups feature a print-friendly surface and options for operational efficiency, such as tick-box matrices or color-coded designs.


Cost-Effective Plant Fibre Lids for Takeaway Meals
Blurb: In 2024, we introduced new Plant Fibre Lids with no added PFAS, designed for BioBoard Bowls and Containers. A cost-effective, sustainable solution. Plant fibre lids are at a similar price point to plastic and are certified home compostable to Australian standards (AS5810).
BioPak By The Numbers
January to December 2024
We believe in using business as a force for good, driving positive social and environmental change. In 2024, we continued to support our charity partners, helping to plant trees, feed those in need, and positively impact lives in developing countries. Since 2012, through the BioPak Give Back Fund, we’ve contributed our time, energy, and a total of AUD $5,298,081.


24,455 Tonnes
of Plastic Avoided
Choosing more sustainable alternatives to finite fossil-based plastics helps fight plastic pollution


51,129 Trees
Rescued and Planted
Trees planted with Rainforest Rescue, Greenfleet and Ecologi. Trees sequester carbon from the atmosphere.


300,032 Meals
Donated
Feeding people in need with not-for-profit food rescue organisations OzHarvest, KiwiHarvest and Worcester Food Bank.


216,490 Lives
Impacted
MedEarth recovers usable medical supplies destined for landfill and redistributes them throughout developing countries.
Powered by Passionate People
We’re driven by industry leaders who are passionate about challenging the status quo, advancing sustainability, and transforming the future of packaging. With expertise, innovation, and unwavering dedication behind every project, we’re shaping a more sustainable tomorrow.


214
Dedicated full-time employees, a 26% increase from last year


47
New staff


40%
of our leadership is female


62%
of the total BioPak workforce is female
Supported By Game-Changing Businesses
Our positive impact wouldn’t be possible without the support of our customers. We deeply appreciate every business that partners with us, whether they’ve been with us for years or have recently come on board. In 2024, we continued to grow our customer base, welcoming forward-thinking businesses from around the globe that share our commitment to balancing people, planet and profit.


The Proof is in Our Client’s Success
Our Commitment Has Been Recognised
We’ve proud to have received several awards across a range of categories, including sustainability, product stewardship and customer service. These awards reflect our commitment to responsible materials and disposal, innovation and quality, as well as exceptional customer support. Here are some of our awards from 2023.


2024 PIDA Gold in the Sustainable Packaging Design Category
Home Compostable Container Range


2024 PIDA Bronze in the Labelling & Decoration Design of the Year Category
Art Series and Indigenous Art Series Cups




KFC Recipe for Good Award
BioPak supporting KFC Asia’s "Done The Right Way" pillars and sustainability agenda




BioPak, a Global Movement
What started in 2006 as two people and a trestle table has grown into a globally recognised brand, trusted by distributors and embraced by customers worldwide. BioPak specialises in sustainable foodservice packaging made from rapidly renewable, plant-based materials. We’re committed to disrupting the current take, make, waste model and leading the way toward a truly circular economy.
BioPak Group
In 2024, BioPak took a significant step forward by establishing the BioPak Group and welcoming two exceptional B-Corps into our global portfolio: Huskee and decent packaging.
This strategic expansion reflects our shared commitment to transforming the food and beverage industry through circular economy principles, sustainable packaging, and consumer education. Together, the BioPak Group combines each brand’s expertise, resources, and operations to drive measurable, meaningful impact on a global scale.
Today, the BioPak Group offers a comprehensive, centralised solution with the best-in-market single-use compostable and recyclable packaging, reusable food and beverage products, and end-of-life solutions.


Established in 2006, formed BioPak Group in 2024


Established in 2013, joined BioPak Group in 2024


Established in 2017, joined BioPak Group in 2024


About decent
From hot cups to coffee bags, food packaging, and more, decent packaging makes sustainability simple for the speciality coffee market. The essential concept at the heart of decent packaging is “everything we make, we can unmake”, highlighting their raw materials designed to be composted or recycled, minimising the environmental impact at end-of-life. decent packaging set out to leave this world a little better than they found it, and help you do the same.
Shipping directly within New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Available via distributors and retailers within EU.


About Huskee
Huskee designs functional and beautiful reusable products made from waste and recycled materials to accelerate the transition to a waste-free world. Beginning with the Original Huskee Cup, an iconic and award-winning design made from proprietary waste coffee husk (a byproduct from processing coffee cherries), the brand now showcases an expansive reusable product range that celebrates circularity.
Beyond creating beautiful products, Huskee offers reuse services to promote circular economy outcomes: their cup exchange program, HuskeeSwap, and their end-of-life recycling program, HuskeeLoop.
Acknowledgement of Country
BioPak acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. In Aotearoa, we pay our respects to ngā Iwi taketake, and honour the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi: protection, participation, and partnership.