Nestle is piloting refillable vending machines for Milo and Koko Krunch in Indonesia. The innovative machines will be available at 2 local retailers in Indonesia during a 4-6 month trial period.
This is part of Nestle effort to explore novel solutions that help to eliminate the need for disposable packaging. Working in collaboration with the start-up Qyos by Algramo, the innovative machines will be available at 2 local retailers in Indonesia during the trial period. Consumers can bring their own containers, or they can buy provided containers that are available at each of the locations.
Through a QR code, they can digitally access product information that is typically found on packaging, such as ingredients, nutritional values and shelf life.
Packaging experts at Nestle R&D centers in Singapore and Switzerland worked in collaboration with the Nestle teams in Indonesia, as well as the start-up for the development of the vending machines. Using their expertise, they ensured that the refillable systems maintain the safety and freshness of products across the supply chain, while considering the local context, such as the hot and humid climate conditions in Indonesia.
Gaelle de Mestral, Head of R&D Packaging at Nestle said, “We are actively exploring innovative, alternative delivery systems such as bulk, reuse and refill options across several product categories. By undertaking this second pilot for Milo and Koko Krunch, we will be able to gain new insights that can be applied to our products, as well as further assess the refillable system’s effectiveness in preventing packaging waste along the supply chain.”
This innovation is part of Nestle’s effort to address the growing global issue of both paper and plastic packaging waste effectively.
