Packaging system “Einfach Mehrweg” (“Simply Reusable”) ​ offers takeaway food and beverage providers a sustainable alternative to single-use containers .Germany’s Sykell (Berlin) said it has secured EUR 4.5 mn in additional growth capital for its system for refillable cups and trays. Sykell’s system is based on the pay-per-use principle. Partners only pay for containers that are brought into circulation. Cleaning and logistics are already included in the price. For consumers, the system is designed to be as user-friendly as the tried and tested bottle deposit system. No registration, customer account, app downloads or personal data is required. Returning used containers and cups is as easy as returning deposit bottles via the existing nationwide network of reverse vending machines (RVMs). SYKELL has a nationwide network of system partners, including major food retailers, petrol stations and catering businesses.​ Apart from Rewe and its food retail outlets, service station chains such as Eni, Avia, and Oil are already using the system.​ ​ Reusable containers are produced in Germany. Its beverage cups are available in sizes of 200, 300, and 400 ml for a EUR 1 deposit, with resealable food trays priced at EUR 1.50 for 500 ml and EUR 2.50 for 750, 1,100, and 1,200 ml. ​ SYKELL’s full service reusable packaging solution ensures food and beverage providers comply with European reusable packaging obligations. ​ ​ #circulareconomy #circulareconomynews #recycle #recycling