APP Group Introduces Foopak Bio Natura: Revolutionizing Sustainability in Singapore's Fast Food Industry

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Singapore food service market is on a remarkable growth trajectory. According to Mordor Intelligence, the market size is projected to reach USD 24.88 billion by 2024 and grow to USD 55.93 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.58% during the forecast period (2024–2029). Within this booming industry, the fast food sector generates over SGD 1.49 billion annually, making it a pivotal part of Singapore's food and beverage landscape.

Data from Statista, Singaporean consumers are increasingly prioritizing sustainable products and services, prompting many local businesses to integrate environmental and sustainability initiatives into their offerings. In response to these evolving consumer preferences, some fast-food chains in Singapore have taken significant steps to reduce their environmental impact. These efforts include replacing traditional plastic straws with strawless lids, eliminating single-use sauce packets in favor of self-service condiment bars, and adopting recycled paper for napkins, bags, cups, and cartons.

This shift underscores the growing focus on sustainability as businesses adapt to meet the demands of environmentally conscious consumers. Addressing this need, APP Group's Foopak Bio Natura offers biodegradable and compostable packaging solutions, including paper straws and food containers, designed to replace plastic packaging. These products enable quick-service restaurants to align with global sustainability trends and reinforce Singapore's leadership in eco-friendly practices.

Kin Keung Christopher Wong, Senior Vice President and Global Business Unit Head Industrial White at APP Group, said, "As Singapore's fast-food industry continues to grow, so does the responsibility to innovate sustainable solutions. Foopak Bio Natura is designed to help solve some of our most profound environmental challenges and other harmful materials from our surroundings."

APP Group's mission is to transform industries through sustainable innovation. By introducing Foopak Bio Natura to the Singapore market, the company is enabling businesses to achieve their sustainability goals and positioning Singapore as a leader in environmentally responsible practices within the global food service industry.

About APP Group

APP is a leading pulp, paper, and forestry company based in Indonesia, supplying high-quality tissue, packaging, and paper to over 150 countries. With operations in Indonesia and China, we prioritize sustainability, ethical practices, and the well-being of our employees, society, and the environment. Our Sustainability Roadmap Vision 2030, aligned with ESG principles, guides our efforts in environmental protection, community support, biodiversity preservation, and carbon neutrality.