Over 40 thousand coffees consumed per day. 3
3 thousand citizens involved.
20 companies participating, among the most important in Parma.

These numbers describe RiVending, the virtuous cycle of collection and recycling of coffee cups and stirrers.
The leading project, sponsored by the municipality of Parma, has been organized locally by FLO Spa

An article on “Gazzetta di Parma” explains the project in detail.

Notizie recenti

  • 22 October 2025

    At HOST 2025, FLO presented three major innovations combining sustainability, research, and design: Alpha, tableware in vegetal fiber and Qwarzo®, plastic free, compostable, and recyclable in paper; R-Hybrid SKY, cups made from post-consumer recycled polystyrene, already compliant with PPWR regulations and part of the RiVending circuit; GEA, 100% biobased compostable capsules with an oxygen barrier.

    Three projects, one vision: packaging that respects the planet and people.

  • 7 October 2025

    FLO Group is coming to Host Milano 2025 (Hall 18P – Stand D32 E31) with three Ho.Re.Ca. innovations: R-Hybrid SKY in recycled PS, Alpha in plastic-free Qwarzo® cardboard, and GEA capsules in PLA. Innovation and sustainability for professional hospitality.

  • 2 October 2025

    R-Hybrid SKY, FLO’s new vending cup made from post-consumer recycled polystyrene, combines advanced eco-design, lightness, and recyclability, while delivering performance equivalent to traditional single-use cups. With recycled content more than double the EU 2030 target and already compliant with PPWR regulations, R-Hybrid SKY integrates into the RiVending system, allowing each cup to be turned into new raw material. It will be available from the end of 2025.