Prevented Ocean Plastic Products are made from high quality, fully certified recycled plastic that has been collected from coastal areas at risk of ocean plastic pollution.
If your business is seeking ways to reduce your environmental impact, whilst still engaging with your customers, prevented ocean plastic gifts are an innovative solution. By investing in these items, your company will help to tackle the global issue of ocean pollution, and demonstrate your brand’s commitment to sustainability.
Here are seven creative and useful branded items made from plastic bottles bound for the ocean:
7 Ocean Bound Plastic Gifts
1. H2O Active® Prevented Ocean Plastic Bottles
Choose from a range of bottle styles including the Base, Tempo (BPMA Award Winner), Treble and Vibe.
All the bottles in the range are made from Prevented Ocean Plastic (POP). The plastic bottles are collected within 30 miles of a coastline or major waterway that feeds into the ocean. They are then sorted, cleaned and transformed into a high quality, food safe recycled plastic which is used the range of bottles printed with your company logo.
Each bottle style comes in a variety of shades with a large selection of coloured lids, so you can mix and match to suit your brands colours. You can also decide which lid type you prefer, the flip lid as shown above, sprout lid, screw cap or dome lid. Add your logo and artwork in either spot colours or full colour digital print.
Due to the nature of the recycled material, there may be some small marks on the body of the bottle, adding to the ‘recycled look’ of the item.
These branded bottles are made in the UK, are traceable, fully recyclable, and come packaged in a home-compostable bag, further adding to your sustainable marketing story.
View all our H2O Active® Prevented Ocean Plastic Bottles here.
2. Repreve® Our Ocean™ Recycled Ocean Plastic Bags
Repreve® Our Ocean™ is a premium fibre sourced from bottles at high risk of entering the ocean. The plastic is sorted, recycled and spun into a highly durable, water-resistant yarn that is then used in our range of Repreve® Our Ocean™ promotional bags.
From stylish commuter backpacks with a padded laptop sleeve and adjustable straps, to large duffle weekend bags and cooler tote bags, these items are both useful and desirable.
View our range of Repreve® Our Ocean™ Recycled Ocean Plastic Bags here.
3. Ocean Bound Cables and Powerbanks
Brand new to the promotional industry are these technology items, made with ocean bound recycled plastic. It’s a real step forward considering how difficult it is to manufacture a more sustainable tech gadget. Plus, promotional gadgets are extremely popular as an executive gift to reward employees and loyal customers, due to the high perceived value and usefulness of the items in a digital world.
The award winning Xoopar Octopus cable is now available in this Ocean bound plastic and has new connectors, making it 100% compatible with all devices. (Lightning, USB-C & Micro-USB. Type cable: USB C, Lightning & Micro USB.) For each unit sold, 5 plastic bottles will be prevented from entering the Ocean. It comes in white and black and can be digitally printed in full colour with your brand logo.
The Ocean Gamma is a pocket-sized multi-charging cable with dual input connector (USB-C / Lightning / Micro USB /USB) and has an integrated 3000mAh powerbank so you can boost your smartphone on the go.
The product also features NFC technology to trigger or promote marketing and web traffic from within the device.
The outer casing of the Ocean Gamma is made from recycled Ocean Bound plastic, and for every unit purchased, a donation to PlasticBank® will be made on your behalf, to stop 15 plastic bottles from entering the Oceans.
If you are looking for a powerful wireless powerbank made from Ocean bound plastic, the Xoopar Ocean Bubble is for you. It packs a punch with 5,000mAh, and is ideal for daily use. It features suction cups which make it simple to stick to the back of your phone and wirelessly charge your smart phone, up to 100%.
For each powerbank bought, 50 bottles will be stopped from entering the Ocean.
Contact us to find out more about Branded Xoopar Ocean Gadgets.
4. Recycool Ball Pen
A brand new range of economical ball pens made from 100% social plastic (ethically sourced recycled material with a traceable impact).
The plastic is collected by ethical collection communities, and is saved from entering the ocean. For every two pens purchased, one plastic bottle is prevented from entering the ocean. The pen is imprinted with ‘Made with Social Plastic’ on the upper part of the barrel, opposite the clip.
Produced in Europe, the pen has a reduced carbon footprint when compared to Far East similar pens, and features a European jumbo refill that is guaranteed to have a writing length of 2500m.
Contact us to find out more about Recycool Ballpens.
5. Ocean Bottle
Ocean Bottle is a B Corp certified reusable bottle brand. Their bottle range is award-winning and are recyclable and made with a minimum of 67% recycled materials and part made from recycled ocean plastic. Each bottle comes with a 10 year guarantee, feature a lightweight yet durable leak-proof design and are fully BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
Further more, for every bottle sold, it funds the collection of 1,000 ocean-bound plastic bottles! And now, you can co-brand these highly desirable sustainable bottles with your logo and marketing message.
You can choose from detailed engraving, colour printing or even Pantone match to your exact brand colours for a fully customisable version. Plus you can choose which size bottle or flask suits your brand.
6. Ocean Bound Plastic Frisbee
Another sustainable and socially responsible giveaway featuring ocean bound plastic, ideal for the summer months and outdoor events. In collaboration with Plastic Bank®, the purchase of these frisbees will help to not only reduce plastic waste in our oceans, but also help to fund employment in developing countries.
The frisbees come in black and white, and because they are made of Ocean Bound Plastic, the material may show imperfections.
Contact us to find out more about Ocean Bound Plastic Frisbees.
7. Ocean Bound Plastic Ice Scraper
Like the frisbee above, these ice scrapers are made in collaboration with the international organisation Plastic Bank®. They are available in white, black and blue and can be supplied with an optional Kraft tag to portray a retail style look.
Contact us to find out more about Ocean Bound Plastic Ice Scrapers.
Why invest in Prevented Ocean Plastic Products?
It is staggering to think that by 2050, if nothing changes, plastic in the ocean will outnumber fish.
Eight million tons of plastic enter the ocean each year, and that number is rising. About 80% of rubbish falls into the ocean from the coast and most ocean plastic cannot be recycled.
So if your company is looking for ways to make a difference to the environment, switching your promotional gifts to reusable items, and better still, made from plastic bound for the ocean, is a positive action you can easily take.
- Make an Environmental Impact: By choosing products made from prevented ocean plastic, you are directly contributing to the reduction of ocean pollution. Each product purchased helps to remove and repurpose plastic waste, which would otherwise harm ecosystems and marine life.
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Using sustainable promotional products enhances your brand’s image and demonstrates a genuine commitment to CSR. It shows that your company values the environment and is willing to take tangible steps to make a difference.
- Customer Engagement: Modern consumers, especially millennials and Gen Z, prefer brands that prioritise sustainability. Offering eco-friendly products can increase customer loyalty and attract new, environmentally-conscious customers.
- Quality and Innovation: Products made from recycled materials, including ocean bound plastic, are often of high quality and durable. Investing in these innovative products can make your brand stand out from competitors.
FAQ’s
1. What is Prevented Ocean Plastic?
Prevented ocean plastic is plastic intercepted within 50km (30miles) before it reaches an ocean coastline or major waterway. It is then cleaned, sorted, and recycled into high-quality materials suitable for manufacturing new products. There are several organisations who process ocean bound plastic including Prevented Ocean Plastic™ and Plastic Bank®.
2. How is the plastic collected?
Local communities and recycling programs gather the plastic from beaches, riversides, and coastal areas.
This plastic is intercepted within 50km (30miles) before it reaches an ocean coastline of major waterway, cleaned, sorted, and recycled into high-quality materials suitable for manufacturing new products.
This initiative supports coastal communities in at risk areas, and helps to prevent plastic from polluting our oceans. By working with fragile communities who have a lack of infrastructure for recycling, it provides the local people employment and financial empowerment.
3. Are products made from prevented ocean plastic safe and durable?
Yes, the plastic undergoes a thorough cleaning and recycling process to ensure it meets regulatory health & safety standards, and is traceable back to source.
Read more here.
4. Why should my business invest in these products?
Investing in promotional products made from plastic bound for the ocean showcases your commitment to sustainability, enhances your brand’s CSR efforts, and appeals to eco-conscious clients.
5. Are these business gifts more expensive?
While they may have a slightly higher upfront cost, the long-term benefits of customer loyalty and positive brand image often outweigh the initial investment.
If you would like to learn more about Prevented Ocean Plastic Promotional Products, please get in touch with our expert team.
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