AlterPacks

Thrilled to announce AlterPacks won 2nd place at the ASEAN-KOREA CENTRE Start-Up Innovation Week pitch competition in Seoul! 🇰🇷 We were among 29 incredible startups from 10 ASEAN countries showcasing solutions in #climatetech, #AI, and #fintech. Amazing experience connecting with fellow innovators and sharing how AlterPacks is turning agricultural waste into high-performance materials! Thank you judges and organisers for the experience. Such an honour to meet the different ASEAN Ambassadors who came for the event. Including Deputy Chief of Mission and Counsellor Elenore Kang and the Enterprise Singapore Northeast Asia team. And always great having team member Hyeonji Oh, Marketing & Business Development for AlterPacks in Seoul. #sustainability #innovation #circulareconomy

AlterPacks had a blast at the Ulu Pandan Keep Out of Landfills Initiative (UP KOOL) day! ♻️ We were thrilled to be part of this community-focused event organized by Green Action For Communities (GAC) that was held at the Ghim Moh Pavillion. A special thanks to Mr Christopher De Souza, MP for Ulu Pandan, who visited all the booths and also came by to connect with the Alterpacks team. It was a fantastic opportunity for the team to meet with residents of all ages and share the AlterPacks solution.  Especially as it was located next to the famous Ghim Moh hawker centre, allowing them to use the containers instead of plastics for their packed foods.  It was an amazing Saturday filled with sustainability, creativity, and community spirit. #communityspirit #endplasticpollution #innovativesolutions

Being featured in The Straits Times has been an incredible reflection point for our journey at AlterPacks.  It takes us back to our very first payment—a princely sum of $28.62 after 3.5 years of R&D! We’ve navigated the rocky start-down path every start-up faces and picked up some valuable lessons along the way. Being called a "rubbish idea" was a reality check, but it also fueled our determination to push forward. These impact investors believed in our mission and the potential of climate tech, and their support has been instrumental in getting us to where we are today -  Temasek Foundation, DBS Foundation, SEEDS Capital, Earth Venture Capital, Plug and Play APAC and our two angels. So let’s cut through the hype: • Money isn’t everything: If quick cash is your goal, there are easier paths. Growth will take time.  • Start-downs are inevitable: Don’t let the name fool you; the start-up journey is often an uphill battle. There are downs before the ups. • Navigate the crowd: Balance cynicism, skepticism, and blind faith—and they will surround you in your journey. So here’s to all the founders grinding it out. Let’s keep pushing boundaries and defying expectations! 💪🌱. #startups #innovation #sustainablebusiness #founders https://lnkd.in/gt5ECCxy

One day, one trip, and numerous connections. It was a turnaround trip for the AlterPacks team of Steven Tan BH and Karen Cheah to Penang. With Penang’s strong sustainability focus—exemplified by Georgetown’s UNESCO World Heritage status—it’s a synergistic market for AlterPacks’ 100% plant-based, plastic-free packaging made from agricultural waste. And there were standout meetings with the inspiring team at Kommune Sustainable Lifestyle Sdn Bhd - Allen Tan and Ai Jean Cheah. 🌿KOMMUNE is the conscious lifestyle arm of The Habitat Group, a B Corp-certified business focused on doing good for people and the planet. They align with brands that share their commitment to sustainability, with proceeds supporting conservation efforts through The Habitat Foundation. We’re excited about the opportunities ahead as AlterPacks enters the Penang market and grateful for partners like Kommune who share our vision for a greener future. 🌱. #greencities #georgetown #sustainablesolutions

AlterPacks is heading to Thailand! 🚀 We've been selected for The Global Innovation Alliance, Bangkok Acceleration Programme—a dynamic partnership between Enterprise Singapore and RISE - Corporate Innovation Powerhouse, focusing on AI and Sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to connect with top Thai corporates and demonstrate how we leverage innovation to solve real-world challenges. Meet us in Bangkok at the Corporate Innovation Summit on 25-26 September, where the theme is "Redefining Growth and Sustainability in the Age of AI." We're ready to pitch and participate in Asia's Largest Experiential Conference! Sawasdee! 🇹🇭 Let's connect and innovate together. #innovation #endplasticpollution #sustainablesolutions https://lnkd.in/gGbqgJ_b

What not to do with your Alterpacks container when it's tightly covered? Don’t use your fingernails to tear it or pry it open! We’re so used to flimsy plastics that we forget a durable plant fiber material can be reused over and over. Just lift the lid and close it again—no tearing necessary. And when it's too soft after a few washes, tear it up and compost it! Let's rethink waste, not destroy it! #innovationmatters #sustainablesolutions #ecopackaging

AlterPacks was thrilled to join Sodexo, a global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences, at their Innovation Day: Innovaxsodexo – Don’t Say Bojio!  We showcased our sustainable product range to Sodexo and their partners which added a touch of eco-friendliness to the delicious food spread.  Huge shoutout to the Sodexo team for curating such an innovative F&B showcase. We're excited to collaborate on a more sustainable future together! #Sodexo #Innovation #Sustainability #Alterpacks #Innovax

Sometimes you just have to get down on your knees to make a point! AlterPacks CEO, Karen Cheah, did just that to demonstrate the versatility of our solutions at the DBS Regenerative Fair. The team was thrilled to be part of this event, showcasing our innovations in the regenerative space together with other solution partners. The panel discussion, moderated by Thomas Milburn, Senior VP, Chief Sustainability Office; with Cherish Tota, Daniel Osborne, Saurabh Mangla and Simon Rosenberger, LL.M.provided insightful exchanges on regenerative sourcing. The next day, the AlterPacks team with COO Steven Tan BH, participated in the DBS Foundation Done In A Day Programme, a hackathon to address problem statements with the expertise of DBS teams. It's amazing what can be achieved in an 8-hour marathon session! Collaborating with brilliant minds from DBS Bank, we developed actionable plans to tackle challenges and drive growth for our startup. A huge shout out of thanks to the great team of Fred John ROZARIO, Nitin Bhor, Melanie Xiao, CPA, Karen Chin, Bharath Reddy VANUKURU, Clara Wiguno, Jaslene LOH and Karen Koh. Many minds truly make great solutions! Watch this space as this is just the beginning!

At AlterPacks we love a good challenge! Especially when it comes from Kuang-Wei PENG, Section Chief of the News Department at Sanli E-TV 三立電視.  Could an AlterPacks bowl filled with soup defy the laws of physics? Sure, our bowls are plastic-free and home compostable, but functionality is king (or queen) in our kitchen. So, a bowl filled with delicious ‘bakwan kepiting’ (crab meatballs) soup from True Blue Cuisine... was challenged to defy gravity.  What every food delivery driver navigating bad traffic might have to combat against.  Stay tuned for the results coming to his news story in September! #Alterpacks #SustainablePackaging #ChallengeAccepted #WontSpillTheSoup

Singapore's food scene is a vibrant mix of healthy eats and delightful treats, and AlterPacks containers are on a culinary adventure across it all! From GentleFoods' nourishing meals to trendy cafes and restaurants citywide, our 100% plant-based, leakproof containers ensure every bite arrives fresh and flavorful. We were thrilled to see our products in action at the DBS Foundation 10th Anniversary event, celebrating a decade of positive impact. AlterPacks collaborated with fellow grant awardee GentleFoods, who used our eco-friendly trays to serve their healthy and soft meals. It was a winning combination of delicious dining and sustainability. No spills, no dents, no plastic – just guilt-free convenience and a shared love for great food that's kind to the planet. Join the movement towards sustainable dining! #ecocontainers #sustainabledining #innovation