Eastman and deSter partner on reusable airline drinkware

The companies aim to eliminate single-use plastic waste across the airline industry with a new packaging concept.

Claire Jenns May 09 2024

Serviceware and food packaging developer deSter and speciality materials company Eastman have linked to introduce reusable in-flight drinkware to the airline industry.

The packaging uses Tritan Renew, a speciality plastic manufactured with recycled molecular copolyester.

The development process breaks down plastic waste back into its basic chemical building blocks, allowing plastics to be repeatedly recycled.

In the airline industry, plastics must be able to endure a relatively harsh cycle of transportation, onboard use and cleaning via commercial dishwashing.

Having more items that can last through the airline's usage cycle while also retaining a high-end look will not only allow airlines to reduce waste but to maintain a premium experience for travellers.

Eastman commercial director for plastics Dirk DeSantis commented: "This partnership reflects our shared vision for driving the systems change necessary to create new solutions that eliminate single-use plastic waste for the circular economy."

deSter sustainability director Philippe De Naeyer added: "The airline industry generates 6.1m tons of plastic waste per year, representing 2% of the world's plastic waste and more than 50% of aircraft waste. We see tremendous potential to eliminate this waste with reusable service ware.”

The International Air Transport Association recently released a report on the use and impacts of single-use plastic products and packaging in the airline industry.

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