The global industry demand for a viable and scalable
alternative is driven by single-use plastic (SUP) regulatory
compliance, such as the SUP Directive enforced by the European
Union.
PLOVDIV, Bulgaria, May 13, 2024
/PRNewswire/ - Greenbutts LLC. ("Greenbutts" or the
"Company"), is pleased to announce that it has successfully
completed filter conversion qualification with AIGER GROUP AG
("AIGER")
Tadas Lisauskas, CEO of
Greenbutts, commented, " Our consistent innovation and unique
intellectual property related to our biodegradable filter
technology empower our multinational partners to achieve their
plastic-reduction objectives without compromising the sensory
experience that smokers expect. Collaborating with Aiger, we
envision significant success in the European market, where changing
environmental regulations necessitate the adoption of plastic-free
alternatives."
"Greenbutts, a pioneer in sustainable materials development, is
committed to creating a single-use plastic-free future. To
accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly alternatives across the
tobacco and other industries, Greenbutts has established a
collaborative effort with AIGER. Aiger's renowned engineering
expertise and adaptable approach align seamlessly with Greenbutts'
fundamental principles. Following multiple successful trials of
Greenbutts' substrate on Aiger's state-of-the-art machinery,
Greenbutts is bringing innovative solutions to combat
single-use plastics in the filter industry, meeting the increased
demand for sustainable products and components." Lisauskas
continued.
Courtland MacDuff, Executive
Board Member, Director at Aiger Engineering Ltd commented, "More
than 10 years ago, we recognized Greenbutts' innovation and
creativity. We shared their vision and since that time we have
developed state-of-the-art machinery for their products."
"Aiger took steps early on to engineer new machines to produce
high quality filter rods using natural, non-plastic materials. The
task was not only to modernize the process but to do it better and
differently. Aiger's Bio-FleX production line hit the targets and
stands today as the most advanced and versatile filter maker in
this new segment.
It was no surprise when both Aiger and Greenbutts teamed up
years ago to perform product testing and machinery development
together. It came as a logical move. Driven by innovation, Aiger
invested resources, engineered solutions, and achieved the highest
levels of quality." MacDuff added.
On Behalf of the Board,
Tadas Lisauskas
CEO, Director, and Chairman of the Board
About
Greenbutts™️
Since 2010, Greenbutts has worked with leading R&D
institutions, multinational tobacco companies, and industry experts
to develop a natural filter technology, capable of replacing the
most littered plastic item in the world- cellulose acetate
cigarette filters. Driven by recent single-use-plastic (SUP)
legislation enforced by governments, the Company is actively
engaged in the global commercialization of its proprietary,
plastic-free and trademarked material technology, Greenbutts™,
fulfilling the global industry demand for biodegradable filters.
Greenbutts filters are certified to disperse in water within
minutes and degrade in compost within days, as opposed to 10-15
years as is the case with traditional cellulose acetate
filters.
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