Alternicq, formerly Manjushree Technopack, has signed an exclusive agreement with UK-based Pulpex to bring pulp fibre bottles to India, according to a press release dated October 6, 2026. The pulp fibre bottles India plan targets FMCG brands, and the partners have not disclosed financial terms, investment amounts or a launch date.
Alternicq describes itself as India’s largest rigid plastic packaging manufacturer by installed capacity. Founded in 1983, it runs 29 facilities in India, employs over 2,400 people, serves more than 1,000 customers and is backed by PAG. Pulpex holds patent-protected fibre bottle technology and counts the UK’s National Wealth Fund and the Scottish National Investment Bank among its investors.
What Are Pulpex Pulp Fibre Bottles?
The bottles are food-grade and made from sustainably sourced wood pulp. They are designed to be recycled in household paper and card streams without separating the inner barrier coating. The companies say they work with existing filling infrastructure and support direct-to-shape decoration.
What Will Alternicq and Pulpex Do Next?
The partners will jointly assess market opportunity, customer demand, priority categories, product and regulatory requirements, and the sites and equipment needed for local manufacturing. Alternicq plans to evaluate opportunities across India, the GCC and potentially Australia.
What Did the Executives Say?
Thimmaiah NP, Managing Director and CEO of Alternicq, said the company aims to offer every format, material and solution a customer needs under one roof. Pulpex CEO Sandy Westwater called Alternicq the manufacturing partner the technology needs. Scott Winston, Pulpex’s Managing Director and Chief Science and Sustainability Officer, described India as one of the world’s most important consumer markets.
Market Reaction and Industry Response
No analyst commentary, competitor response or trade-body statement was found in the source material. Alternicq is privately held, so the release carries no stock reaction.
What Happens Next?
The first milestone is the joint assessment of demand, regulation and manufacturing sites. Watch for a named FMCG pilot customer, a site decision and any investment figure. None of these has been announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Alternicq announce with Pulpex?
Alternicq signed an exclusive agreement to bring Pulpex’s pulp fibre bottle technology to India.
When will pulp fibre bottles launch in India?
No launch date has been announced. The partners are still assessing demand, regulations and manufacturing needs.
Are the bottles recyclable?
The companies say they are designed to be recycled through household paper and card streams without separating the inner barrier coating.
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