University of Parma and Versalis (ENI), two among the companies that first adopted the innovative project for the circular economy in the automatic distribution sector, the exceptional testimonials.
Daniele Ferrari, CEO of Versalis (ENI), explained that “plastic waste is an extraordinary resource if properly recovered and recycled”. Paolo Martelli, Vice Chancellor of the University of Parma, emphasized that it is “challenging to educate the new generations to properly recycle cups and stirrers”.
During the meeting organized by COREPLA, CONFIDA and UNIONPLAST, ENPA the National Animal Protection Agency, the oldest and most important protectionist association in Italy founded by Giuseppe Garibaldi in 1871, received as a gift, 5000 dog bowls made with recovery materials of the RiVending project.
The project, started from Parma thanks also to the commitment of FLO Spa, will be extended throughout Italy with a first phase of EDUCATION, in which the interested customers will be involved, the baskets will be positioned and the communication on the project will be promoted.
Upon reaching a number of tons that makes the project efficient, the plastic bag will be replaced with the RiVending bag and the agreement for the start of the separate collection circuit of cups and palettes will be finalized.
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.
