{"id":25260,"date":"2025-06-11T15:41:59","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T08:41:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=25260"},"modified":"2025-06-11T15:41:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T08:41:59","slug":"app-group-and-continental-cup-introduce-gc120-a-plastic-free-compostable-cup-line-for-sustainable-foodservice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=25260","title":{"rendered":"APP Group and Continental Cup Introduce GC120: A Plastic-Free, Compostable Cup Line for Sustainable Foodservice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">JAKARTA, Indonesia<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">June 11, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; As businesses seek more sustainable packaging solutions, APP Group is proud to collaborate with Continental Cup in launching GC120, a compostable, and recyclable cup line designed to meet growing global sustainability demands.<\/p>\n<p>Data from Vivreau stated that consumer attitudes toward single-use plastics are shifting, with 50% of Americans feeling guilty when purchasing plastic water bottles. This sentiment is even stronger among younger consumers, with 61% of those aged 18 to 34 expressing concern over their plastic consumption. The launch of GC120 cups directly addresses this growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives, offering businesses a PFAS-free, food-safe solution that aligns with both regulatory changes and consumer expectations.<\/p>\n<p>Manufactured using APP Group&#8217;s Foopak Bio Natura, GC120 cups provide a PFAS-free, food-safe alternative to conventional plastic-lined cups, addressing both environmental concerns and regulatory requirements. The water-based barrier technology ensures these cups are compostable and recyclable, supporting a circular economy while maintaining high heat resistance and durability for foodservice applications.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As sustainability standards evolve, businesses need packaging solutions that align with both regulatory changes and consumer expectations,&#8221; said Kin Keung Christopher Wong, SVP &amp; Global Business Unit Head, Industrial White for APP. &#8220;With GC120, we&#8217;re delivering a high-performance, eco-friendly alternative that helps brands reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing quality.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The GC120 line is a key step in APP Group&#8217;s ongoing commitment to sustainable innovation, ensuring that food and beverage providers can transition away from traditional plastic-coated cups while maintaining product safety and performance. These cups are designed for businesses seeking practical, responsible alternatives that comply with industry regulations and support long-term sustainability goals.<\/p>\n<p>GC120 was first introduced at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show, where industry leaders recognized its potential to reshape foodservice packaging by offering a viable, plastic-free solution at scale.<\/p>\n<p><b>About APP Group<\/b><\/p>\n<p>APP is a leading pulp, paper, and forestry company based in <span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span>, supplying high-quality tissue, packaging, and paper to over 150 countries. With operations in <span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span>, we prioritize sustainability, ethical practices, and the well-being of our employees, society, and the environment. Our Sustainability Roadmap Vision 2030, aligned with ESG principles, guides our efforts in environmental protection, community support, biodiversity preservation, and carbon neutrali<span>ty.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">JAKARTA, Indonesia<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">June 11, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; As businesses seek more sustainable packaging solutions, APP Group is proud to collaborate with Continental Cup in launching GC120, a compostable, and recyclable cup line designed to meet growing global sustainability demands.<\/p>\n<p>Data from Vivreau stated that consumer attitudes toward single-use plastics are shifting, with 50% of Americans feeling guilty when purchasing plastic water bottles. This sentiment is even stronger among younger consumers, with 61% of those aged 18 to 34 expressing concern over their plastic consumption. The launch of GC120 cups directly addresses this growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives, offering businesses a PFAS-free, food-safe solution that aligns with both regulatory changes and consumer expectations.<\/p>\n<p>Manufactured using APP Group&#8217;s Foopak Bio Natura, GC120 cups provide a PFAS-free, food-safe alternative to conventional plastic-lined cups, addressing both environmental concerns and regulatory requirements. The water-based barrier technology ensures these cups are compostable and recyclable, supporting a circular economy while maintaining high heat resistance and durability for foodservice applications.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As sustainability standards evolve, businesses need packaging solutions that align with both regulatory changes and consumer expectations,&#8221; said Kin Keung Christopher Wong, SVP &amp; Global Business Unit Head, Industrial White for APP. &#8220;With GC120, we&#8217;re delivering a high-performance, eco-friendly alternative that helps brands reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing quality.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The GC120 line is a key step in APP Group&#8217;s ongoing commitment to sustainable innovation, ensuring that food and beverage providers can transition away from traditional plastic-coated cups while maintaining product safety and performance. These cups are designed for businesses seeking practical, responsible alternatives that comply with industry regulations and support long-term sustainability goals.<\/p>\n<p>GC120 was first introduced at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show, where industry leaders recognized its potential to reshape foodservice packaging by offering a viable, plastic-free solution at scale.<\/p>\n<p><b>About APP Group<\/b><\/p>\n<p>APP is a leading pulp, paper, and forestry company based in <span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span>, supplying high-quality tissue, packaging, and paper to over 150 countries. With operations in <span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span>, we prioritize sustainability, ethical practices, and the well-being of our employees, society, and the environment. 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