Jet Technologies partners with renewable ink technology business

Jet Technologies has announced a partnership with US-founded business Living Ink Technologies, which has developed a portfolio of renewable, algae-based black pigment technology called ALGAE INK. The technology has been adopted by international brands such as Nike, and this new partnership with Jet Technologies is set to introduce the portfolio to the Australian market.

Designed to replace conventional fossil fuel-derived carbon black used across inks, coatings and industrial applications, the pigment is described as carbon negative as the production process is claimed to sequester more carbon than it emits.

“As demand grows for more sustainable alternatives across packaging and print, partnerships like this are critical to making new technologies commercially accessible,” said Scott Fulbright, CEO, Living Ink Technologies. “Jet Technologies stood out immediately because of their intentional approach and clear commitment to advancing sustainability within the packaging industry.”

Living Ink’s products are designed as ‘drop-in’ replacements for conventional black pigments, allowing printers and packaging manufacturers to integrate bio-based alternatives into existing workflows without requiring major equipment changes or capital investment.

“There is increasing pressure on brands and manufacturers to reduce environmental impact across the entire supply chain, not just the product itself,” said Jack Malki, Director at Jet Technologies. “This partnership gives our customers access to innovative bio-based ink technologies that can support sustainability goals while still meeting the performance and quality standards required in commercial production environments.”

At launch, Jet Technologies will be able to provide Living Ink’s Flexographic ALGAE INK range alongside conventional and UV-cured Offset ALGAE INK products. The partnership also creates opportunities to expand into additional printing applications over time, including specialised UV Flexo technologies developed through Living Ink’s global development agreement with ACTEGA.

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