In photos: The future of in-flight meals

Algae is abundant and can generate both hard and soft material qualities. The semi-transparency of the material feels fresh and enables the passenger to see the food contained within.

Wafers are a great alternative to a traditional plastic lid. It is edible and if not eaten, it will biodegrade along

Risk Husk. The removable liners made from algae allow hot and cold beverages to be drunk without cross-contamination. The cups can be washed and reused and the liners will biodegrade.

Bamboo can be used to make a lid for hot meals. The meal tray’s lid is made from bamboo, a renewable resource, ovensafe and compostable.

Coconut wood to make Spork. Usually burned as a waste byproduct of coconut farming. By selling the palm wood instead of burning it, it provides a valuable source of extra income to these farmers and also supports local artisans. It is naturally very hard, has a smooth finish, is less absorbent and user-friendly.

Coffee grounds as a tray. Made from a durable blend of coffee grounds and lignin (plantderived binder) the meal tray itself is a rotable part, meaning that it can be continually reused. When its life span is done, it can be commercially composted.

What the future of plane service could look like

Would you drink from a bottle made of rice husk and wheat bran?