Linstol Raises the Bar with the Super Cool Cup: The New Paper Cup for In Flight Cabin Cold Beverage Service
Naples, Florida – February 5, 2024 – Linstol, a leading provider of in-cabin products for the airline
industry, introduces Super Cool Cup, a groundbreaking paper cup innovation specifically designed
for cold beverages, including alcoholic delights. Building upon the success and patent-protected
technology of the original Super Cup for hot beverages, this latest iteration expands the
boundaries of eco-conscious options in the aviation industry, delivering patent-pending
innovations that redefine sustainable beverage service.
A Delightful Mix of sustainable claims in the Super Cup technology:
Linstol has long been a champion of responsible travel solutions. The Super Cool Cup leverages
Smart Planet Technologies' cutting-edge, patent-pending mineralized barrier coating technology
to:
• Extend Alcohol Compatibility: Sip on chilled cocktails, craft beers, and other alcoholic
beverages without compromising the Super Cool Cup’s integrity, thanks to this revolutionary
patent pending technology.
• Minimize Plastic Footprint: Linstol’s Super Cups reduce plastic content by 40% compared to
conventional paper cup options, taking plastic reduction further than switching from plastic.
cups to paper cups.
• Recycle Ready: Super Cups are designed to be universally recyclable in existing paper
recycling systems.
• Biobased Plastic: The mineralized coating option provides a cup that is biobased,
recyclable and compostable.
• Simplify Service: Convenient stackability maximizes galley cart space and streamlines
beverage service for crew members.
Progress for the Sustainable Cabin Service:
By choosing the patent-protected Super Cup and patent-pending Super Cool Cup, airlines can
continue to meet their customers expectations for a more sustainable cabin service experience.
Replacing traditional plastic cups with paper-based solutions provides immediate results in plastic
reduction in foodservice packaging while maintaining packaging performance. The mineralized
coating in Super Cups take plastic reduction even further to produce cups with the lowest plastic
content in the industry.
Partnership for a Greener Future:
"We are proud to partner with Smart Planet Technologies to unlock the potential of sustainable
innovation in air travel," says Mark Russell, CEO, Linstol. “The Super Cup brought the most
sustainable approach for the coffee cup. Now with the patent pending coating technology to
serve alcoholic drinks in paper cups, the entire cold beverage service can be moved from 100%
plastic to a recyclable, compostable, and biobased paper cup.” "We are reaching new goals for
what it means to provide responsible, comfortable journeys for passengers and a cleaner future for
our skies."
About Linstol:
Celebrating 30 years, Linstol is the leader of in-flight passenger comforts (amenity kits, sleep kits,
blankets and pillows), consumables (cups, napkins and cutlery) and the largest manufacturer of inflight
passenger headsets in the world. Headquartered in Naples, Fla, with offices in the UK, Hong
Kong, Dubai and Singapore, Linstol set the standard for sustainability and social responsibility
within the airline industry. Through partnerships with organizations such as Plastic Bank and
Carbonfund, a silver EcoVadis sustainability rating and innovations in product design and
packaging, Linstol has reduced the use of plastics in the airline industry and strives to recycle and
refurbish items, help those in need and keep thousands of pounds of material out of landfills. In
2022, Linstol joined Naples, Fla based Hoffmann Family of Companies, further expanding their
offerings and partnerships through a diverse global portfolio.
About Smart Planet Technologies:
Smart Planet Technologies is a materials engineering company with breakthrough advancements in
sustainable barrier coatings and packaging materials for the packaging industry. Our innovations
optimize barrier performance while making disposable packaging "recycle ready" so recovered
packaging becomes a valuable resource in a circular economy.
Contact:
D’Nae Woodruff
Linstol, Global Brand Manager
+1.239.530.7865 | dnae@linstol.com
Will Lorenzi
Smart Planet Technologies
1-917-270-0589
will@smartplanettech.com