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We Are Visionaries

Our planet is warming, our environment is filled with plastics, and we're facing an energy crisis.

Baneco is on a mission to solve these problems head on!

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Save the Planet

Our planet is warming and our environment is filled with plastics.

Baneco is on a mission to solve these problems head on. Come and find out how!

Approach

We leverage cutting edge science and technology to convert agri-waste from banana production into sustainable Materials

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Bioplastics

+60% cellulose content in banana agri-waste

Rich in starch and cellulose, the key components to make Bioplastics, Baneco is pioneering the use of banana agri-waste to produce a sustainable alternative to plastics. 

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Soil Enhancers

Banana agri-waste is rich in growth hormones, organic matter and nutrients

Using state-of-the-art biodigesters and pyrolysis machines, Baneco transforms banana agri-waste into sustainable soil enhancers like biochar, compost, and biol - driving circularity and empowering farmers with eco-friendly solutions for healthier crops and soils.

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Paper and Packaging

After bamboo, banana agri-waste contains the 2nd strongest organic fibre on Earth

Virgin fibre derived from banana agricultural waste is incredibly robust, making it a versatile material for various applications. Its exceptional strength and durability enable it to be effectively used in existing machinery, from rotary moulding to thermo moulding lines. Fibre moulded packaging from agri-waste is proven for a number of applications from egg trays, coffee trays and hospital bed pans, to plates, clamshell boxes and cups.

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What We Stand For

Innovation, Health, Humanity.

"At Baneco, we are a growing team of experts committed to solving some of the world's biggest problems. By transforming banana agricultural waste into biodegradable and compostable products, we are not just reducing carbon emissions and over-reliance on plastics, but also providing new economic opportunities for farmers. We've got a lot of work to do, but we're here to make a difference. The hard work starts now."

Richard Corbett

CEO and Co-Founder of Baneco

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Baneco in Numbers

In partnership with farmers across Ecuador, the world's top banana exporter by value, Baneco has secured exclusive rights to banana agri-waste across 2,000 hectares. The potential annual value of this waste is staggering - and we're just getting started!

2,000

Hectares of Land (Contracted)

48,000

Tonnes of Cellulose

187M

kWH of Electricity

Join Our Team

We’re looking for highly-motivated and talented people to join our innovative team. Submit your CV today to join the Baneco journey!

Technology & Compliance Engineer

Ecuador

Agri-Engineer

Vinces, Ecuador

Chief Science Officer

London, UK

Baneco News & Updates

Baneco appoints Emil Jersling as Advisor

March 2024

Baneco appoints Lucy Yu as Advisor

May 2024

Baneco signs LOI to produce cellulose for bioplastic production

July 2024

One year on. The story of Baneco from one dream to global change [VIDEO].

September 2024

Baneco signs LOI to produce fibre to manufacture egg trays

September 2024

Stefanie Aspiazu joins panel in Quito to discuss renewable energy from banana agri-waste

September 2024

Maximilian Bleyleben appointed as Baneco COO

September 2024

Get in Contact with the Team

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Baneco Ecuador is proud to be operating with the support of Ambassador Chris Campbell and the British Embassy of Ecuador

Key Partners

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