In 2020, a ban on plastic bags came into effect throughout Austria. Very lightweight, biodegradable plastic carrier bags are exempt from the ban. You can easily purchase our solution via our webshop: NaKu lightweight carrier bag.
Fraud with organic bags: How to protect yourself from counterfeits!
The demand for environmentally friendly packaging is rising, but unfortunately, so is the number of counterfeit products. Biodegradable bags are meant to be a genuine alternative – but only if they deliver on their promises!
NaKu Corporate Brochure 2025 – Natural. Sustainable. Forward-looking.
The new 2025 company brochure showcases a wide range of products, projects, and innovations made from bioplastics.
Why natural plastic is the future
Advantages of natural plastic Bioplastic/natural plastic and its advantages The
Annual Review – That was the NaKu Year 2024
Come with us on an exciting journey through the NaKu year 2024!
Successful exchange of experiences at the ERFA event series: Innovative packaging solutions in the food sector
The ERFA event series has once again proven itself to be an important platform for the exchange of experience and knowledge in the food sector and in the area of packaging in the food industry.
Raw materials for the production of natural plastic
Raw materials for the production of natural plastic Bioplastic/natural plastic and the
NaKu on the Circular Academy Podcast
This podcast focuses on very interesting topics from the field of bioplastics.
TEDx Klagenfurt 2025 – NaKu inspires with sustainable innovation
A real crowd favorite at TEDx Klagenfurt was our compostable sugar bottle made of bioplastic.
Review: NaKu Workshop at the Children's Business Week 2025
In July 2025, NaKu was part of the Children's Business Week in Vienna, a major event for business education for young people in Austria.
Ultimate freshness check: Which food storage bag protects your fruit?
Fruits and vegetables are delicate. Improper storage leads to a loss of quality and contributes significantly to food waste.
Thinking about sustainability holistically: That's why organic juices don't belong in petroleum-based plastic.
The demand for organic juices and natural drinks is constantly growing, and with it the expectations of consumers: The product should not only be of high quality, but also meet the highest ecological standards throughout the entire value chain.
Success in harmony with nature: The roadmap to sustainable gardening
Consumer demands for environmental sustainability and resource conservation are constantly increasing. Nurseries and horticultural businesses striving for future-proof and environmentally conscious practices can take action in various areas.
NaKu at the CREATE Symposium: Bio-based plastics on their way into practice
The first CREATE symposium, entitled “Bio-based plastics on the way to practical application”, will take place at the SKZ in Würzburg on November 10, 2025.
LVA Continuing Education – “Sustainable FCM”
A very interesting seminar will take place at LVA GmbH on November 5, 2025, where our managing director Johann Zimmermann will also give a presentation on the topic of “Sustainable FMC”.
NaKu at innovation event to prevent plastic pollution
NaKu at innovation event to prevent plastic pollution: “How can we effectively prevent plastic pollution and promote sustainable alternatives?”
Fachpack lecture by Johann Zimmermann – Expensive or sustainable? Sustainable packaging between ideal and reality
At Fachpack, Johann Zimmermann will provide exciting insights into current market trends in the field of sustainable packaging.
NaKu on the Sustainability Island at the Donauinselfest 2025 – InnoWAP presentation
From June 20 to 22, 2025, NaKu was part of the first Sustainability Island at the Donauinselfest in Vienna – and it was a complete success!
NaKu at the KURIER futurezone.at SPEAK OUT Festival 2025
NaKu was once again live at the KURIER futurezone.at SPEAK OUT Festival in 2025!
NaKu on the Sustainability Island at the Donauinselfest 2025
NaKu on the Sustainability Island at the Donauinselfest 2025. Experience sustainability – participate – understand it!
BIOPOLYMERS AND BEYOND
Look forward to two exciting and informative days at the conference “BIOPOLYMERS AND BEYOND – Renewable Carbon Sources as a Perspective for Sustainable Plastics”
Innovative packaging solutions in the food sector
ERFA event “Innovative packaging solutions in the food sector”. NaKu will examine the topic of “Biopolymers in the food industry” in more detail in a specialist presentation.
Shooting day at NaKu for the ORF 2 car magazine Autofocus
TV shoot at NaKu for the ORF 2 car magazine Autofocus on the topic of sustainability in mobility with Tom Trabitsch.
This was the LVA training – The new “green” FCM
Our managing director, Johann Zimmermann, gave a lecture on the topic of “Sustainable articles” as part of the LVA training course (The new “green” FCM).
Research, Technology, Innovation: Highlights of the Bio-based Industry
On December 2.12.2024, XNUMX, a very interesting event took place under the title “Research, Technology, Innovation: Highlights of the Bio-based Industry”.
Guest lecture at the Central European University
We were guest speakers at the Central European University to talk about microplastics and their impact on the environment and human health.
LVA Further Education – The new “green” FCM
A very interesting seminar at LVA GmbH on November 27.11.2024th, XNUMX, where our managing director Johann Zimmermann will also give a talk: The new “green” FCM.
Johann Zimmermann in an interview with vegconomist – The vegan business magazine
DI Mag. Johann Zimmermann, managing director and owner of NaKu, sees the price difference between plant-based and conventional packaging as a particular challenge.
The new NaKu company brochure
The new NaKu company brochure with lots of information about bioplastics is here!
Lizzy asks: The creation of microplastics and the dangers
Ass.Prof. Mag. Dr.rer.nat. Christian Zafiu from the BOKU Institute for Waste and Circular Management talks about the creation of microplastics and the dangers.
Microplastics and nanoplastics in PET bottles?!
From the media: Ingestion of microplastics and nanoplastics by drinking from PET bottles
Health & cooking oils: Are PET bottles dangerous?
The study also found that the PET bottle releases carcinogenic benzene into the oil over its storage period.
Shelf life of cooking oils: What happens when oil goes rancid?
Researchers at the University of Vienna conducted a study to examine the shelf life of sunflower oil in various bottles, including testing the bio-based NaKu bottle.
NaKu Lecture Seminar "FCM & Sustainability" at the LVA
A very interesting seminar took place at the LVA on November 22nd, 2023.
NaKu at the BMK event “Research, Technology, Innovation”
“Research, technology, innovation: highlights of the bio-based industry”
FCM & Sustainability of LVA GmbH – NaKu is there!
Naku at the FCM & Sustainability seminar at LVA GmbH.
Bioplastic network with a fresh impetus
A very readable article about the bioplastics network by Georg Sachs in the Chemical Report.
NaKu at the Biopolymer Meeting April 2023
At the Biopolymer Team Meeting last week we had the opportunity to exchange views on the latest developments in the field of bioplastics
Bioplastics lecture at the BRG Wr. new town
Last week we had the chance to welcome students of the BRG Wr. Neustadt to provide a deeper understanding of this important topic.
The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle
Can something be more than 100% sustainable? You can read here how the new NaKu PLA bottle achieves this.
Dare to think 2022 – landscape of knowledge
We are really looking forward to our presentation at “Landscape of Knowledge”!
PLA/bioplastic recycling
Bioplastic recycling. The 120% sustainable NaKu bottle.
NaKu General Catalog & Company Brochure 2022
The 60-page NaKu general catalog is here! Download right here.
15 years of NaKu – 15 years of bioplastics
15 years NaKu. From the pioneer and visionary to the Energy Globe Award.
NaKu & the Youth Speak Forum 2022
A whole day full of inspiring conversations about sustainability.
NaKu was at TEDx Vienna 2021!
TEDx Vienna 2021 was a great success for NaKu!
What is the correct way to separate plastic waste?
Separate plastic waste correctly - find out more in this article.
Bioplastic - Is bioplastic the environmental solution for the world?
Bioplastics – Is bioplastic the environmental solution for the world?
Bioplastic - What is it?
Bioplastic – What is it? How does bioplastic differ?
Plastic bag ban worldwide
Plastic bag ban worldwide Plastic bag ban – The global overview map The plastic bag ban in international comparison