Offering shared packaging sorting and cleaning technology infrastructure, alongside the world's largest brands.


Business Profile

Product offering : Cleaning, supply chain logistics, reusable packaging, collection

Business Model : Again operates B2B with a per packaging unit cost

Product Material : Glass, PET, HDPE (supplied by the business)

Where it works: Brands who sell via online retailers and restaurants who provide takeaway deliveries

Service Area: nationwide

Country: United Kingdom

Businesses using the service: Retailers, brands, packaging producers, takeaway services, FMCG brands

Cost to business owner: The cost of packaging units washed and packed by Again

Options available for return: Through reverse logistics on online retailer channels, through takeaway collection, through doorstep collection

Average return rate: >90%

How the user accesses the system: Downloadable App for takeaway, QR code scanning for online retailers

How ware washing happens: Again washes the packaging on site.

Technology: QR codes

Erin Covey-Smith

A graphic designer and writer with a fine arts background, Erin ardently believes in applying creative thinking to all realms to bring out unseen possibilities and potential solutions. She helps ensure the smooth flow of day-to-day operations that help keep UPSTREAM running while also contributing word and image power to UPSTREAM's stories. Besides living the mission of a throw-away free tomorrow, Erin loves running, cooking, and being outside whenever possible.‍

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